Job no: 824174
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Natural Science
Department: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Cns 10032098
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Research/Scientific, Tenure System Faculty, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University (MSU) in East Lansing, Michigan seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Mass Spectrometry and/or Metabolomics. Academic interests of candidates can be broad but are expected to possess expertise in the isolation, analysis, and annotation of small molecules within complex biological matrices and/or extracts using mass spectrometry and/or complementary approaches such as NMR, x-ray crystallography, cryo-electron diffraction and/or other structural techniques including chemical synthesis. Competitive applicants will have a record of achievement in the novel use and/or development of mass spectrometry. Commitments to collaboration, teaching, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are expected. A generous startup package and modern laboratory space will be provided to support the establishment of an independent research program that advances scientific and programmatic aims. Undergraduate and/or graduate teaching as well as training are also expected.

The university is specifically interested in applicants who complement initiatives in biomedicine, plant sciences, and environmental sciences. Outstanding opportunities for collaboration are available with faculty in the Colleges of Human Medicine, Natural Science, Osteopathic Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, the MSU-DOE Plant Research Laboratory, Michigan AgBioResearch, the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, the Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ), Institute for Integrative Toxicology and Plant Resilience Institute, as well as associated institutions in the Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor/Detroit metro areas.

MSU hosts the recently renovated, world-class Research Technology Support Facility (RTSF) Mass Spectrometry and Metabolomics Core (https://rtsf.natsci.msu.edu/mass-spectrometry/). It is an open-access facility that supports the independent and innovative use of mass spectrometry by established and novice investigators who interrogate biological systems. This 3400 ft² core includes 11 state-of-the-art mass spectrometers (including two new instruments purchased in 2021) and 3 full time staff that provide the expertise and infrastructure necessary for small molecule and complex chemical mixture analyses. This facility is complemented with exceptional NMR and Cryo-EM facilities for the identification and characterization of novel small molecules.

About East Lansing, MI

Michigan State University, a land-grant institution with more than 50,000 students located in East Lansing, MI, is a vibrant college town and ranked as one of the "Top 100 Best Places to Live". It is adjacent to the city of Lansing, the state’s capital, and its international airport. MSU lies in a region rich in natural beauty with the opportunity for many outdoor activities.

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer and is committed to achieving excellence through diversity. The University actively encourages applications of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and we endeavor to facilitate employment assistance to spouses or partners of candidates for faculty and academic staff positions (http://www.miwin.msu.edu/). MSU is also committed to supporting faculty with work/life balance (https://worklife.msu.edu/).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field

Minimum Requirements

PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field

Expertise in the isolation, analysis, and annotation of small molecules within complex biological matrices and/or extracts using mass spectrometry and/or complementary approaches such as NMR, x-ray crystallography, cryo-electron diffraction and/or other structural techniques including chemical synthesis

Record of achievement in the novel use and/or development of mass spectrometry

Required Application Materials

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae, including past and current funding
• Description of the applicant’s future research goals (3-page limit)
• Teaching statement (1 page)
• Statement of experience with increasing diversity and inclusion (1 page)
• Names of three references and contact information

Together-we-will StatementThe university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin January 9, 2023 and will continue until filled.

Additional information can be obtained from the executive assistant to the search committee at glady@msu.edu

Review of Applications Begins On

01/09/2023

Website

https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Oct 27, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 27, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time