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Posted: 18-Sep-26

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Required Education: Doctorate

Area of Focus: Biochemistry

Type:

Full Time

Level:

Experienced

Internal Number: 60115

The University of Missouri (MU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) within the Division of Biochemistry, which is also affiliated with the School of Medicine (SOM). Responsibilities will include contributions to undergraduate, graduate and possibly medical education. We seek applications in areas of fundamental and/or plant biochemistry, including, but not restricted to signaling, stress/environmental response or metabolism.

Responsibilities: We seek dynamic individuals to lead federally-funded research programs, contribute to undergraduate and graduate education programs through instruction and research mentorship.

About MU and Biochemistry: MU is the flagship campus of the University of Missouri System. The University is located midway between St. Louis and Kansas City in Columbia, a vibrant community ranked among the most livable small cities in the nation. MU Biochemistry has a reputation for interdisciplinary research and rigorous education. Current strengths include plant and medical biochemistry, biophysics, structure and mechanism. The department bridges fundamental science and translation into agricultural and biomedical applications with ties to both the Interdisciplinary Plant Group and NextGen Precision Health. For additional information, visit https://biochem.missouri.edu.

Apply online at https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings, Job ID 60115. Submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a one-page summary of research accomplishments; (4) two pages of future research plans; (5) a narrative of teaching philosophy; and (6) names and contact information of four references.

Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. For information, contact Dr. Jay Thelen (thelenj@missouri.edu).

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field by the time of application.

Candidates will be evaluated on: A record of research in an area of fundamental or agriculturally relevant biochemistry that complements departmental strengths. Applications at the Associate and Assistant Professor levels are most encouraged. Candidates at Associate Professor level will be expected to show evidence of substantial and ongoing extramural research funding, high impact publications and excellence in teaching and service expected of tenured faculty at a research-intensive university. At Assistant Professor level, a candidate's application should speak to successful post-doctoral research; effective communication; and interest in collaborative research.

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University of Missouri Department of Biochemistry affiliated with the Interdisciplinary Plant Group.

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