The Department of Biological Sciences is recruiting an exceptional tenure-track faculty member with an expected start date of Fall 2027. We seek applicants with expertise in experimental cell or developmental biology, with a preference for exploring underlying biochemical mechanisms. Applicants whose research program aligns with departmental strengths will be enthusiastically reviewed. These areas include genomics, computational biology, neuroscience, microbiology, host-pathogen interactions, and immunology. Additional areas of interest include, but are not limited to, spatial "omics", synthetic biology, biological regulation, cell signaling, biomolecular condensates, imaging, and protein engineering.
We welcome applications from scientists who take interdisciplinary approaches to address important fundamental questions in the life sciences. Applicants whose research program has the potential to solve real-world problems are welcome to apply. Candidates who can leverage Carnegie Mellon’s expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational biology, and automated science are encouraged to apply.
Faculty will have access to facilities that include a state-of-the-art animal facility, biological microscopy centers, MRI facility, and the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center. In addition, Carnegie Mellon is creating an automated research center for cellular and biochemical work and is completing a new inter-disciplinary teaching and research building. The candidate will benefit from the extremely congenial environment within the department and engage with highly motivated students in the classroom as well as in their laboratories. Collaborative interactions with the University of Pittsburgh enhance the scientific environment at Carnegie Mellon.
We will consider applicants from all ranks, with a preference for assistant or associate professor level appointments. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program and to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring.
Carnegie Mellon offers highly competitive salaries and start-up packages in an attractive urban environment. Appointments across multiple departments, which are a strongly supported part of the culture at Carnegie Mellon, are possible when appropriate.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. degree and postdoctoral research experience are required.
Application Instructions
Complete applications should include:
- Cover letter describing background and motivation for applying for the position
- Curriculum vitae, including publication list
- Research plan (up to 6 pages) along with an executive summary page
- Teaching statement (teaching experience, interests, and philosophy) (up to 2 pages)
- Names of three or more individuals who can provide confidential letters of reference
These materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio site. Review of applications will start Dec 1st, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Please feel free to reach out to us at rule@andrew.cmu.edu if you have any additional questions.
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