Download Boyer/Cram/Libby Teacher-Scholar (Postdoc + Lecturer

Boyer/Cram/Libby Teacher-Scholar (Postdoc + Lecturer Position)
University of California Los Angeles
UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry (http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu) is pleased to
announce the openings for the 2017 Boyer/Cram/Libby Teacher-Scholar positions. These three
Teacher-Scholar positions honor UCLA Chemistry & Biochemistry Department Nobel Laureates
Paul D. Boyer, Donald J. Cram, and Willard F. Libby and recognize their many contributions to
the advancement of chemistry and biochemistry. The Teacher-Scholars are expected to serve for
three-years (2017-2020), with the initial appointment for one year, plus the possibility of renewal
for the second and third years. Responsibilities include lecturing, conducting regularly scheduled
office hours, writing and grading exams and problem sets, supervising teaching assistants, and
will also conduct postdoctoral research with a sponsoring faculty mentor in the Department of
Chemistry & Biochemistry. Qualified candidates will have received a Ph.D. in biochemistry or
chemistry and have a stellar record of research and significant teaching experience at the college
level. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, and community service
has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
All applications must be uploaded through UCLA Academic Recruit at
http://apptrkr.com/883828
Candidates should provide a cover letter, which includes the names of 1-3 UCLA Chemistry &
Biochemistry faculty mentors with whom the applicant is interested in performing research
under; a curriculum vitae; a summary of research accomplishments; and teaching philosophy. In
addition, candidates should arrange for 3 letters of reference to be uploaded to UCLA Academic
Recruit. To assure consideration, all application materials and letters should be received by
Friday, November 18, 2016.
The University of California, Los Angeles and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
are interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and
professional activities, and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and
diversity. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, or protected
veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative
action policy: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct