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Tenure-track position in Electron Cryotomography:
As part of a major expansion, the University of Utah Department of Biochemistry is searching for multiple talented new investigators as Assistant Professors in the tenure-track. Candidates at more senior levels may also be considered. Our overall goal is to achieve transformative excellence in the molecular life sciences by recruiting innovative colleagues to our collaborative community. This position will be for someone with expertise in Molecular Imaging, with a particular focus on Electron Cryotomography. Opportunities exist for considerable synergy with institutional initiatives in: Biophysics, cryo-EM, Chemical Biology, Cancer, Inflammation/Infection/Immunity, Metabolism, Neuroscience, and Translational Research. The starting date is flexible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received starting from November 1. Positions will remain open until filled.

For more information please contact Jill Wilson, jill.wilson@biochem.utah.edu
Apply online at: http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/82098

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Please apply online and include a cover letter, current CV, and Research Statement. Reference letters will be solicited after an initial screening process.
This position has no patient contact.