The Department of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry (MCB) in the Division of Biology and Medicine at Brown University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.
They seek an outstanding scientist specializing in biomolecular structure biology (including but not limited to Cryo-EM, NMR, X-ray crystallography) to establish an innovative, independent experimental research program. The successful candidate will serve as a vital bridge connecting several research centers at Brown: RNA Biology, Aging, and Alzheimer's Disease. They are particularly interested in candidates whose research addresses fundamental molecular mechanisms—such as protein misfolding in aging, structural bases of neurodegenerative disorders, or RNA/protein complex machinery—and who can translate these insights across multidisciplinary collaborations.
The candidate will also serve as a primary user, advocate, and key contributor to the shared Structural Biology Core Facility in the Division of Biology and Medicine, driving high-impact collaborative research across the Division of Biology and Medicine.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural Biology, Cell Biology, or a closely related discipline.
- Postdoctoral experience demonstrating a strong track record of scholarly research achievement in structural biology, biophysical chemistry, and related fields.
- Research Excellence: Demonstrated ability or clear potential to establish a nationally recognized, externally funded research program in structural biology.
- Teaching & Mentorship: A strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, with the ability to deliver impactful instruction in areas such as Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or Genetics.
Deadline for applications: Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
