[3dem] Assistant Professor Faculty position in Cryo-Electron Microscopy at UC Berkeley

[James Hurley]

*University of California, Berkeley *

*Department of Molecular and Cell Biology *

The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of
California, Berkeley is soliciting applications for a faculty position in
the field of Cryo-Electron Microscopy at the level of Assistant Professor
(tenure track). The expected start date is July 1, 2017.

We seek applicants that are using cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) as a
major structural biology tool towards the mechanistic understanding of
important biological processes. The ideal candidate would be someone that
can be considered an expert in the use of state-of-the-art cryo-EM
methodology and that is applying cryo-EM, in combination with biochemical
and/or biophysical approaches, to gain insight into the molecular workings
of an important biological system. Areas of interest include, but are not
limited to: nucleic acid transactions, membrane proteins or signaling
complexes.

We seek candidates that have demonstrated excellence, originality and
productivity in research. A Ph.D. and/or M.D. or equivalent degree in
Biophysics or a related field is required at the time of application.

Applications must be received by *October 31, 2016*. To apply, please go to
the following link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01084. Please
direct questions to mcb_ap_assist at berkeley.edu.

Applicants should include:

• Curriculum Vitae


Your most recently updated C.V.

• Summary of Major Research Accomplishments


A summary of major research accomplishments (approximately 250 words).

• Ongoing and Planned Research Program


A summary of approximately 1,500 words of the applicant's ongoing and
planned research program, plus up to one page of figures and a list of
essential publication citations.

• Publications List


Complete list of publications.

• Significant Publication #1


In addition to your publication, provide a statement that begins with the
manuscript title and author list and then summarizes (in approximately 300
words) the significance of the selected publication.

• Significant Publication #2


In addition to your publication, provide a statement that begins with the
manuscript title and author list and then summarizes (in approximately 300
words) the significance of the selected publication.

• Significant Publication #3


In addition to your publication, provide a statement that begins with the
manuscript title and author list and then summarizes (in approximately 300
words) the significance of the selected publication.

• Statement of Teaching


Summary of teaching interests, as well as any prior teaching and mentoring
experience (approximately 500 words).

• Statement of Contributions to Diversity


Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity
through research, teaching, and/or service.

• Cover Letter (optional)


Applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference submitted
online. All letters will be treated as confidential per University of
California policy and California state law. Please refer potential
referees, including when letters are produced via a third party (i.e.
dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of
confidentiality (http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html) prior to submitting
their letters.

The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, UC Berkeley, is committed to
addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and
single parents. The Department is interested in candidates who will
contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through
their teaching, research, and service. For information about potential
relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and
spouses, please visit: http://ofew.berkeley.edu/new-faculty.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected
veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination
and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct*.*
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