Associate or Full Professor of Biochemistry

Job Summary

​​The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Colorado
Boulder invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track faculty
position at the Associate Professor or Professor level. We seek to
hire outstanding scientists in any area of biochemistry, broadly
defined.​

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Who We Are

​​The Biochemistry faculty conduct innovative research to
understand fundamental biological processes and to solve pressing
biomedical issues facing our world. Our faculty, students, and
staff form a vibrant and collaborative intellectual community. We
seek outstanding scientists to join the faculty to expand and to
complement our current expertise. We seek colleagues who will
maintain a creative and innovative research program, attract
substantial external funding, provide research training for
graduate and undergraduate students, and teach at the undergraduate
and graduate level. ​

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

​​The successful candidate is expected to maintain an
internationally recognized, externally funded independent research
program, to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate
levels, and to mentor students and postdoctoral researchers.​

What You Should Know

• This is a full-time, in-person position. Expected starting date

January 2028.

• The campus has implemented a

reference check program with respect to final candidates for
tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is
intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information
about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions,
specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment,
and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final
candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to
complete an Authorization to Release Information.

What We Can Offer

• Associate Professor: $120K - $135K; Full

Professor: $150K - $200K

• ​A recruitment incentive may be available in accordance with

department guidelines.

• Start-up funding (to be negotiated).
• A moving allowance in accordance with department

guidelines.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• A Ph.D., MD or equivalent degree in Biochemistry or a related

field.

• A strong record of obtaining external research support, and an

outstanding publication record.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement Describing Research Related Goals

During the application process you will be asked to provide contact
information for three references who will be asked to provide
letters of recommendation as the search progresses.

For consideration, please apply by December 31, 2026.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu