Faculty position opening

 

Tenure-track faculty position opening  -  Assistant Professor

Department of Biochemistry, Institute of Chemistry

University of São Paulo

Brazil

 

Submission deadline: November 21th, 2023, at 5 p.m. (GMT -3)

 

The Department of Biochemistry (DBQ) at the Chemistry Institute of University of São Paulo invites applications for one full-time tenure-track assistant professor faculty position. DBQ engages in cutting-edge fundamental and applied biochemistry and molecular biology research, and aims to provide world-class education.

 

https://www.iq.usp.br/portaliqusp/?q=en/biochemistry/about

 

Applications are welcome from candidates whose expertise complements and synergizes with any of the wide range of biochemistry and molecular biology research areas in the department, and who promote interdisciplinary collaborations. Candidates with an excellent research track record with applications in neurosciences are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to develop a vibrant, externally funded research program, to contribute to teaching and mentoring, and to promote an inclusive departmental and campus climate.

 

Financial support for research in the state of São Paulo comes from a variety of sources, including FAPESP (https://fapesp.br/en ), the world-renowned state funding agency. The department hosts a motivated and talented student body that includes about 150 graduate students, about 50 post-doctoral fellows, and many undergraduate research students. São Paulo, Brazil´s largest city, is a diverse and cosmopolitan metropolis, with world-class infrastructure and services and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and gastronomy scene.

 

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. The position requires commitment to teaching and ability to conduct independent research. The entry-level monthly salary (MS3 level) is R$ 14.671,02 plus benefits (approximately USD 2,800 as of August, 2023).

 

Applicants may use Portuguese or English in their application materials and oral presentations. The topics of the selection process (“concurso”) are as follows:

 

1. Protein structure and function

2. Enzymes

3. Biological Membranes and Transporters

4. Integration of metabolism

5. RNA structure, transcription, and processing

6. Regulation of gene expression

7. Protein synthesis and degradation

8. Cell signaling in the nervous system

9. Ion receivers and channels

10. Biochemical mechanisms of the nervous system

 

The official announcement of this call in Portuguese is available at https://uspdigital.usp.br/gr/admissao.

 

Applications must be uploaded at this website, which requires registration.

 

The deadline for submissions is November 21th, 2023, at 5 p.m. (GMT -3).

 

Applications will be reviewed in order to certify that all requirements have been met. Certified applicants will be notified later on of the dates when the selection process will take place.

 

Inquiries about this opening may be sent to bioquimica@iq.usp.br.