[ES_JOBS_NET] Assistant/Associate Professor- Environmental Biochemistry @ SUNY ESF

[Jiajue Chai]

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*About SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry:*

Founded in 1911, ESF is the nation's oldest and one of the most respected
academic institutions dedicated to building a sustainable future and the
study of the environment. The College's main campus is in Syracuse, New
York and it has regional campuses and field stations throughout Central New
York, and in New York's Thousand Islands and Adirondack Mountain regions.
ESF consistently earns high academic, research, and sustainability rankings
in Forbes, Peterson's Guide, The Princeton Review, The Washington Monthly,
US News and World Report, and other national college ratings and guidebooks.


*Job Description:*

Assistant/Associate Professor- Environmental Biochemistry

The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and
Forestry (SUNY ESF) in Syracuse, NY invites applications for an
academic-year (10 month) tenure-track position as Assistant/Associate
Professor of Environmental Biochemistry located in the Department of
Chemistry. We are especially interested in candidates with research
interests in biochemistry that complement efforts at the college in fields
such as the biochemistry of harmful algal blooms, emerging contaminants,
degradation of environmental pollutants and biochemical processes important
in maintaining healthy aquatic ecosystems. The candidate is expected to
contribute to the broader research enterprise on campus and help expand the
departmental undergraduate and graduate programs in biochemistry and the
allied fields of environmental chemistry, natural products chemistry,
renewable materials/biopolymer chemistry, or environmental health. Teaching
responsibilities include general biochemistry, biochemistry lab, and a
specialty graduate level course. The successful candidate will build an
internationally recognized and extramurally funded research program. A
strong interest in collaborative research with other faculty in Chemistry
and in other departments is expected within the broader mission of the
College to advance knowledge and promote stewardship of both natural and
designed environments.

This position is available for consideration as Assistant/Associate
Professor of Empire Innovation under the SUNY Empire Innovation Program
(EIP).  The EIP supports the recruitment and retention of faculty with
strong track records of research accomplishments.  More information about
the EIP is available at: https://www.suny.edu/eip/

This position is anticipated to start in Fall 2023.

Applications should indicate the level (Assistant/Associate) to which the
candidate is applying.

Responsibilities:  The workload for this position is 40% teaching, 50%
research, and 10% service. Specific teaching responsibilities include a
general undergraduate level course in biochemistry, one semester of
biochemistry laboratory, and specialty graduate level biochemistry courses.
Service responsibilities include advising undergraduate students in the
Department of Chemistry, mentoring graduate students at the Master and
Doctoral levels, and participating in departmental, college, and community
services.

Starting Salary: commensurate with experience.


*Requirements:*

Required Qualifications:

   - PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a closely
   related field
   - Candidates must place a high value on both research and teaching.
   - Evidence of potential to secure external funding to support research
   commensurate with the level to which they are applying
   - Must have academic experience in Biochemistry commensurate with the
   level to which they are applying

Preferred Qualifications:

   - One or more years of postdoctoral experience and a proven track record
   in either biochemical or chemical research
   - Evidence of effective teaching and mentoring within the broader field
   of biochemistry
   - Evidence of collegiality and dedication to professional service
   - Evidence of ability to communicate science effectively to multiple
   constituencies.
   - Evidence of experience fostering an inclusive environment, working
   with people from diverse backgrounds, and incorporating diverse
   perspectives in research


*Additional Information:*

The College and the Faculty: The successful candidate will join the
Department of Chemistry (https://www.esf.edu/chemistry/). The Chemistry
Department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees, with specializations in
environmental chemistry, biochemistry, natural products chemistry, and
polymer chemistry. The department currently has 13 faculty members
distributed among these sub-areas and enrolls about 60 undergraduate
students and 30 graduate students. Undergraduate research is actively
encouraged within the Department.

ESF is a specialized PhD-granting college within the 64-campus SUNY system
and is a Carnegie R2 "High Research Activity" Institution that consistently
earns high rankings in US News and World Report, Forbes, Princeton Review,
and other national college guidebooks. SUNY-ESF is dedicated to solving
environmental problems through research, teaching, and service. With a
total enrollment of 1,700 undergraduates and 600 graduate students,
SUNY-ESF provides an intimate small-college atmosphere with a low
student/faculty ratio that allows for personal attention and assistance for
students. ESF is one of nine Ph.D. granting institutions within the SUNY
system. Integration of research and teaching is emphasized, and the college
has a strong undergraduate research program where undergraduate students
regularly work with graduate students and faculty. ESF has nine regional
campuses/field stations and maintains nearly 25,000 acres of forest
properties offering excellent opportunities for field-based research.
Access to chemical instrumentation (http://www.esf.edu/ats/ ) on the campus
is excellent. The ESF campus is adjacent to Syracuse University and close
to SUNY Upstate Medical University. The Syracuse Veterans Administration
Hospital, Upstate Medical University Hospital, Crouse Hospital and Upstate
Golisano Children's Hospital are within walking distance from ESF and offer
extensive research and collaborative opportunities for health-related
projects. The University Hill community provides students and faculty with
the resources of large institutions of higher education, including a wide
array of courses, computer and library facilities, and sports and health
services.

ESF has an especially strong focus in aquatic environmental sciences, with
more than 50 faculty members on campus focused on environmental problems
involving water. In the past decade ESF has made major investments in new
laboratories e.g. the Center for Integrated Teaching and Research in
Aquatic Sciences, the Forest Soils laboratory, and the mass spectrometry
complex in A&TS which include two new Orbitrap mass spectrometers and
several high sensitivity LC-MS/MS systems, as well as an 800 MHz NMR. These
facilities bring outstanding capabilities to ESF, allowing for the
recruitment of highly qualified new faculty members. Existing faculty
members in Chemical Engineering and Environmental Resources Engineering are
working on new technologies for remediation of water quality problems
including harmful algal blooms and PFAS contamination. The Clarkson-ESF
Center of Excellence in Healthy Waters located on campus will help
interface those efforts with private enterprise.

Located on the eastern edge of the Finger Lakes region, Syracuse is a small
city in a rural region offering a diversity of natural and cultural
amenities, a low cost of living, and a high quality of life, ranking among
the top 10 percent of "Best Places to Live" in "The Places Rated Almanac."
Syracuse is situated with easy access to New York City, the Adirondack
Park, the Great Lakes, and many other points of interest in the eastern
United States and Canada.

SUNY-ESF is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex,
gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other
characteristic protected by law.

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry is committed to
creating and sustaining a diverse community that promotes equity and
inclusion for all its members. Diversity that arises from differences such
as, but not limited to, gender, race, ethnicity, ability, sexual
orientation, socioeconomic status, national origin, or religious traditions
is central and indispensable to the institutional excellence and mission of
the College.

ESF is actively recruiting diverse faculty of all backgrounds.   In efforts
and our commitment to the goal of building a diverse workforce we are
participating in PRODiG. PRODiG ("Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity,
Diversity, Inclusion and Growth") aims to increase the representation of
historically underrepresented faculty at SUNY including underrepresented
minority ("URM") faculty in general and women faculty of all races in STEM
fields ("WSTEM").   https://www.suny.edu/prodig/


*Application Instructions:*

Application Procedure: Application materials must be submitted online and
should include: (1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications and interest
in the position, including whether they are to be considered at the
Assistant or Associate level, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of future
research interests and experience (3 page limit), (4) statement of teaching
philosophy and experience (2 page limit), (5) statement of your philosophy
on how to promote a diverse and inclusive environment (1 page limit), and
(6) the names of three or more professional references. Questions about
this position can be directed to Dr. Gregory Boyer, Environmental
Biochemistry Search Committee, at glboyer at esf.edu. Questions about the
application process and document submission should be directed to
humanresources at esf.edu.

Application Deadline: To ensure optimal consideration, all application
materials must be received by March 10th, 2023, although this position will
remain open until filled.
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