Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences - University of Delaware

The Department of Biological Sciences (www.bio.udel.edu) at the University of Delaware (UD) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor-level position in Musculoskeletal Research that can include, but is not limited to, molecular, cellular, and developmental mechanisms of musculoskeletal structure and function, pathogenesis of musculoskeletal disorders, and/or strategies for therapeutic intervention, and can span a range of length scales from organism to molecule. Candidates using cutting-edge approaches to address fundamental questions in musculoskeletal biology, including cell and developmental biology, cellular biomechanics and biophysics, computational biology and bioinformatics, and physiology, are encouraged to apply.   

Successful applicants will be part of UD’s NIH-funded Center for Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE): the Delaware Center for Musculoskeletal Research (DCMR) (https://sites.udel.edu/engr-dcmr/). The DCMR will support multiple new faculty across collaborating departments with opportunities for joint appointments, will provide research infrastructure, and will support faculty success with mentoring and funding opportunities. The University offers a competitive salary and start-up package.

Candidates must have a doctoral or equivalent degree in biology or a related field and postdoctoral experience. The successful candidate is expected to: 1) develop and maintain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program; 2) train BS, MS and PhD students; and 3) teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, 4) contribute to departmental committees that support department functions and academic programs.   Applicants should submit PDF documents for: cover letter, curriculum vitae, research vision statement, teaching and mentoring statement, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.  Questions can be directed to Melanie Stille (mstille@udel.edu), administrative assistant, or to Dr. Shuo Wei (swei@udel.edu, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716.  The University provides assistance to candidates with dual career needs. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and for priority consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2021, although the search will remain open until the position is filled.  The Position with an application link will be posted here https://careers.udel.edu/cw/en-us/job/497024/tenuretrack-assistant-professor-biological-sciences