Assistant Professor, Computational and Systems Biochemistry

Job Description

The Department of Biochemistry at Virginia Tech invites
applications from outstanding scientists for an academic-year,
tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the
broad area of Computational and Systems Biochemistry. We seek
innovative researchers who develop and/or apply cutting-edge
computational, quantitative, and data-driven approaches to address
fundamental questions in biochemistry. Areas of particular interest
include, but are not limited to, bioinformatics, computational
genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, systems biochemistry,
multi-omics integration, and the application of artificial
intelligence and machine learning to understanding biochemical
processes. Candidates whose research integrates large-scale
biological datasets with molecular mechanisms, metabolic pathways,
regulatory networks, and biochemical function are particularly
encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will establish an independent,
internationally recognized, and extramurally funded research
program that advances fundamental understanding of biochemical
systems. We welcome applicants developing novel computational
methodologies as well as those applying advanced computational
tools to address important biological questions, particularly in
collaboration with experimental researchers. The Department is
highly collaborative, with existing research strengths in
infectious disease, microbial physiology and biochemistry,
molecular genetics, computational modeling and simulation, and drug
discovery.

The Department of Biochemistry is housed within the College of
Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Virginia Tech, a land-grant
institution with a broad and interdisciplinary research portfolio.
This position offers opportunities to connect computational and
systems-level approaches with research in plant and animal health,
agricultural biotechnology, microbial systems, food science, and
environmental sustainability. Virginia Tech provides excellent
research infrastructure, including core facilities for mass
spectrometry, genomics (short- and long-read sequencing), nuclear
magnetic resonance spectroscopy, imaging and microscopy, and
advanced research computing resources.

The successful candidate is expected to develop a competitive,
externally funded research program, publish scholarly work, and
mentor undergraduate and graduate researchers. The candidate will
also contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in
biochemistry and related computational disciplines, including
opportunities to develop courses within their area of expertise. We
seek a collaborative colleague committed to excellence in research,
teaching, mentoring, and departmental service, and to supporting a
welcoming and inclusive academic environment. The position is 70%
Research and 30% Teaching. This position requires occasional travel
to attend conferences.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics,
Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or a closely related field by
appointment start date; At least two years of relevant postdoctoral
research experience by the appointment start date; Evidence of
research productivity and potential to establish an independent,
externally funded research program; Ability to teach and mentor
undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated potential for interdisciplinary collaboration across
biochemistry, molecular biology, agricultural sciences, and related
fields; Record of submitting competitive research grant
applications; Experience teaching, mentoring, and/or advising
undergraduate and graduate students.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

95,000 - 110,000

Hours per week

40

Review Date

01/06/2027

Additional Information

Applicants must apply online (https://listings.jobs.vt.edu, Posting
#538467), providing the following in PDF format: (i) cover letter,
(ii) curriculum vitae, (iii) statement of research interests (~3
pages), and (iv) statement of teaching experience and interests (~2
pages). Applicants should also include contact information for
three references. Review of applications will begin on January 6,
2027, and will continue until the position is filled. For further
information about the position and the Department of Biochemistry,
please visit www.biochem.vt.edu. For any questions specifically
related to the position, please contact Anne Brown, Search
Committee Chair, at ambrown7@vt.edu .

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal
conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve),
Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a
hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be
leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution
that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the
world, Virginia Tech is an
inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and
creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse
enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students in eight
undergraduate colleges , a
school of medicine , a
veterinary medicine college,
Graduate School , and
Honors College . The university has a significant presence
across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C.
area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites
in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous
Extension offices and
research institutes . A leading global research institution,
Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research
annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional
development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable
contributions to university shared governance provide important
representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique
and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or
applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including
pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic
information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation,
race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or
otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire
about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation
of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected
by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an
accommodation, please contact Dr. Anne Brown at ambrown7@vt.edu during regular
business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.