Assistant Professor in Biochemistry

Assistant Professor in Biochemistry

University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry. UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

Generally starting at $73,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from FLSA overtime provisions.

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We are seeking a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry with demonstrated experience working with undergraduate and graduate students (master’s level). The candidate will establish a productive research program, secure internal and external funding, and mentor students. The person will teach core and upper‑division biochemistry lecture courses and newly developed courses, and participate in service activities.

• Teach biochemistry lecture and/or laboratory courses (in‑person and possibly online) with other courses possible.
• Establish a productive research program in biochemistry or a closely related field, including publishing research results.
• Secure internal and external research funding.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate research students.
• Engage in service activities to the department, the college, and the campus.
• Standard teaching load is 15 contact hours per 9‑month academic year. Normal workload: 40% teaching, 40% research, 20% service.
• Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field required.
• Post‑doctoral training of at least 1 year required.
• Strong teaching aptitude preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain a productive research program preferred.

• Priority to applications submitted by:
  January 5, 2026.
• First‑round interview: week of January 15, 2026.
• Second‑round interview: week of February 4, 2026.
• Potential start date:
  August 17, 2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

• Applications submitted by Friday, January 5, 2026, by 5pm MST receive full consideration.
• Applications through email or surface mail will not be considered. Apply /cu‑careers (job #: 38395).
• Official transcripts required upon hire.

Faculty

Colorado Springs

Full‑time

Dec 2, 2025

Ongoing