Description
Faculty Positions in Biochemistry
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Texas Tech University invites applications for two (2) tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level in biochemistry, broadly defined. Applicants working in all areas of modern biochemistry will be considered. Preference may be given to candidates whose research complements or creates new synergies with existing departmental expertise. Successful candidates are expected to establish an innovative, externally funded research program that aligns with and strengthens the university's strategic research initiatives in the broadly defined areas of life sciences, health, and biomedical research, while fostering interdisciplinary collaborations across the institution.
This position will be part of a major expansion of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, which is among the top academic units at Texas Tech in terms of research funding, publications, and graduate education.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field, postdoctoral experience, and a strong record of research accomplishment as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals. The successful candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. They will also be expected to contribute to departmental, college, university, and professional service and to participate actively in the continued growth and success of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Located in Lubbock, Texas, Texas Tech University is a state-supported National Research University Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a Carnegie R1: Highest Research Activity classification. It has an enrollment of more than 40,000 students and is one of the major multidisciplinary universities in the Southwest. Lubbock is a moderately-sized city of roughly 250,000 people and features sunny weather, affordable housing, and a major regional medical center located on the South Plains of West Texas.
All applications must be submitted online. Online application can be made at http://www.texastech.edu/careers/ for faculty requisition number 45627BR. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, a statement of current and proposed research, and a teaching philosophy. Applicants must also arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation sent on their behalf to Faculty Search Committee, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Texas Tech University, Box 41061, Lubbock, TX 79409-1061 (chemistry@ttu.edu). The deadline for applications is October 1, 2026.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field, postdoctoral experience, and a strong record of research accomplishment as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals. The successful candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. They will also be expected to contribute to departmental, college, university, and professional service and to participate actively in the continued growth and success of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
