Assistant Professor

Metabolic Physiology

Department of Kinesiology

Arizona State University

The Department of Kinesiology and the Center for Metabolic Biology at Arizona State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Kinesiology beginning in the spring of 2008. The Center for Metabolic Biology is a multidisciplinary group of basic scientists comprised of members of the School of Life Sciences, Department of Kinesiology and Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The mission of the Center is to unravel the basic mechanisms underlying the insulin resistance syndrome.  A faculty member is sought who studies metabolic physiology using human, animal or in vitro models. Research areas could include the role of inflammatory response, lipids, or mitochondrial dysfunction in insulin resistance, and/or the role of muscle contraction in improving insulin action.  The candidate will be expected to carry out an active, externally-funded research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses and train graduate students and/or post-doctoral research fellows and participate in professional and university service.

Required Qualifications:

1)    earned doctorate in appropriate discipline;

2)    evidence of a publication record consistent with rank in appropriate journals;

3)    experience of teaching undergraduate or graduate courses in an appropriate discipline;

4)    evidence of funded research or the potential to develop a funded research program; and

5)    evidence of a desire to work within a multidisciplinary environment.

Desired Qualifications:

1)    at least two years of post-doctoral research experience;

2)    demonstrated evidence of college/university teaching experience; and

3)    evidence of a research focus compatible with research of current ASU faculty in metabolic physiology.

Application Requirements:

To apply, please submit the following:

1)    letter of application highlighting your academic expertise and professional accomplishments;

2)    a statement of research focus and accomplishments;

3)    a statement of teaching experience and philosophy;

4)    a current curriculum vitae;

5)    three representative publications; and

6)    three letters of recommendation

Send applications by e-mail to Nicole.barr@asu.edu. Electronic applications are preferred but hard copies will also be accepted and must be sent to: Chair, Metabolic Physiology Search Committee, Center for Metabolic Biology, Arizona State University, Box 873704, Tempe, AZ 85287-3704.

Application Deadline:

November 15, 2007; if not filled, weekly thereafter until search is closed.

Arizona State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.