Bc·Biochemistry
Assistant Professor of Biochemistry
Villanova University·Villanova, PA
- Type
- Full-time
Posting Number: 20260055F
Location
Villanova, PA
Work Schedule:
full-time/9-months
Department: 184-Chemistry
Position Summary
Why work at
Villanova?
- Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we
have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. - Villanova
has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World
Report's 2026 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.
Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid
time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional
development, tuition assistance, and more.
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Villanova University invites applicants for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in
Biochemistry to teach in our department, which offers ACS-certified B.S. degrees in chemistry, ASBMB-accredited B.S. degrees in
biochemistry, and M.S. degrees in chemistry. The successful candidate will receive a start-up package and a pre-tenure
sabbatical.
Please visit our
webpage for information about the department.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order.
The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission
and values.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will contribute to the vibrant
curriculum of the department at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, teaching up to 15 contact hours per year (12 in the first year),
with courses in biochemistry and in additional area(s) of specialty. The candidate will establish and maintain an active and productive
research program, integrate undergraduate and master's students into research, actively seek extramural funding, and effectively participate
in departmental/university and professional service.
Minimum Qualifications
- Applicants should have a Ph.D.
and postdoctoral experience in biochemistry or related fields. - Applicants should show potential for success in teaching and
research in a predominantly undergraduate liberal arts setting.
- At least two
years of post-doctoral research experience (at the time of application) that broadens the candidate's expertise. - Experience
teaching and mentoring undergraduates in both classroom and laboratory settings.
Hours
Some classes are taught in the evenings.
Special Message to Applicants
To apply, please
visit Villanova's job portal (https://jobs.villanova.edu/).
Applications must be submitted online and include:
* Cover letter
* Complete curriculum vitae
* Teaching statement
(teaching philosophy and methods, outcomes, goals, and development activities, if applicable)
* Proposed research statement that
demonstrates potential for high-quality scholarship while involving undergraduate and master's students. Should include any necessary
instrumentation to be purchased with startup funding; a list of current
departmental instrumentation is on the departmental website.
* Candidates will be expected to provide a statement
articulating how the candidate's contributions may support the University's mission (and enduring
principles). Please refer to the departmental website and the Villanova University Mission Statement.
* Undergraduate and
graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable for application). Transcripts can be uploaded as a scan/PDF as an "Other Document" to the HR
site.
* Must include contact information for 3 references who will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of
recommendation when the application is submitted.
* Other supporting documents may be submitted online in conjunction with the
application.
Salary Posting Information
Competitive