Assistant Professor, Biochemistry

Posting Summary Job Title Assistant Professor, Biochemistry Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department Department of Chemistry Work Status Full Time Position Category Faculty Faculty Rank FLSA Exempt Pay Range Salary Range $75,000 to $120,000 (Based on discipline) Fund Source State Support Job Summary Job Duties The Department of Chemistry, in the School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (SCMNS), at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position in Biochemistry at the level of Assistant Professor.

A high level of scholarship and research accomplishments and/or evidence of outstanding research potential, and evidence of strong teaching should be demonstrated.

Applicants should have clearly demonstrated a commitment to using evidence-based teaching methods in the classroom and have strong interdisciplinary content knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Candidates will be expected to contribute to the interdisciplinary research and teaching environment within the department and within SCMNS.

Duties of the position include developing a strong research profile, securing external funding to support research and department programs, advising students, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and providing service to the department, SCMNS, the university and national professional organizations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics Required Minimum Qualifications Applicants should have * a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry, and a Ph.D.

degree in Biochemistry * One year of teaching experience.

Other Preferences for Consideration The successful candidate should have the ability to relate well to others within a multiethnic, multicultural academic environment, and will demonstrate a commitment to working with a culturally diverse student population.