Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track) - CPMB

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Mar 04, 2025
Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track) - CPMB Lubbock 40366BR Position Description Recognized as a "Great College to Work For - Honor Roll," TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Ready for a rewarding career where you can develop and grow? Join us as we change the future of health care. Values-Based Culture Carnegie Classification Hispanic-Serving Institution The Department of Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, is seeking an Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track) to develop a research program in the molecular biophysics of pancreatic secretion. Major/Essential Functions Utilize state-of-the-art advanced optical microscopic and spectroscopic approaches to characterize the dynamic molecular organization and interactions of membrane receptors in pancreatic islet cells, and how these phenomena affect downstream signaling, secretory behaviors, and regulation of glucose homeostasis. Occasional Duties Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics, or related discipline. At least four years of postdoctoral experience. Experience in fluorescence fluctuation spectroscopy (FFS), total internal reflection (TIRF) microscopy, light sheet fluorescence microscopy (LSFM), super-resolution microscopy, fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) spectroscopy, fluorescence cross-correlation spectroscopy (FCCS). Experience in mouse pancreatic extraction and subsequent preparation of viable single-cell islet cell suspensions. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5281&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=885954 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-5350f8cba0910449b107950a49ac56d3