Job Description

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center at UMB are recruiting a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in structural biology, DNA damage/repair, gene regulation in cancer, cancer signaling, cancer therapeutics, and/or other emerging areas of cancer biology. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and interdisciplinary academic community committed to advancing research, education, and service in translating basic science research to the clinic.

Campus/School Information
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is the state’s public health, law, and human services university, dedicated to excellence in education, research, clinical care, and public service. UMB enrolls over 6,700 students in six nationally ranked professional schools—medicine, law, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and social work—and an interdisciplinary Graduate School. The university’s dynamic campus is in the heart of downtown Baltimore, providing access to a diverse and vibrant urban environment with close proximity to government agencies, major health institutions, and research partners.
Chartered in 1807, the University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) is the oldest public medical school in the country with an extensive legacy of contributions to medical research and care including the first teaching hospital at a public medical school and the first to establish shock trauma as a medical field. Other major contributions include the development of aromatase inhibitor drugs for breast cancer, the first comprehensive total face transplant surgery, critical roles in the development and testing of COVID-19 vaccines, and in 2022 the first ever pig to human heart transplant. Our research vision is to build on generations of discoveries to advance new therapies and cures impacting human health in the region, the nation, and around the world.

Position Information
Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track
Department/Division/School: Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, SOM
Salary Range: $125,000 - $175,000 depending on rank and qualifications

Background Checks
Employment at UMB is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. A background check does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment. However, the university reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment if the findings are deemed incompatible with the position.
Employment eligibility must be verified within three days of the start date. Failure to provide appropriate documentation may result in offer rescission or employment termination.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct research and contribute to scholarship in cancer biology.
• Teach and mentor medical and graduate students.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary initiatives within UMB and with external partners.
• Engage in service activities that align with the university’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications
• Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated commitment to research, teaching, and service.
• Strong potential for securing extramural funding. While all applicants are encouraged, priority will be given to individuals who have already been successful in obtaining research funding from the NCI.
• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering an inclusive academic environment.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research or cross-disciplinary collaborations.

Application Submission
Applicants should submit the following documents:
1. Cover Letter – Outlining research interests, teaching philosophy, and alignment with UMB’s mission.
2. Curriculum Vitae – Including a list of publications, grants, and academic achievements.
3. Research Statement – Summary of research accomplishments and future goals (3-5 pages).
4. Sample Scholarly Works – Up to three reprints of relevant publications.
5. List of References – Names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested for shortlisted candidates).

Application Deadline
Best Consideration Date: 09/01/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
For questions regarding the position, please contact Ms. Koula Cozmo at [email protected].

Additional Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive health insurance, retirement plans, tuition remission, and professional development opportunities. More details can be found on the UMB Faculty Benefits Summary page: https://www.umaryland.edu/hrs/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
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