Description

The Institute of Biomolecular Design & Discovery (IBDD), in partnership with the Department of Chemistry, Yale University, New Haven, CT, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank to commence as early as July1, 2027. The IBDD is a chemical biology-focused research institute, one of seven multidisciplinary research institutes at Yale University’s West Campus. Institute faculty hold a primary appointment in a life science, physical science, or engineering department.  Currently, we seek to identify candidates whose research interests and accomplishments align with the Institute and the Chemistry Department. We seek creative teacher-scholars to teach courses and develop outstanding research programs in chemical biology broadly defined. 

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline at the time of hire.

Applicants should send a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans (up to three proposals), a single page research summary, a statement of teaching philosophy and publications (up to five).  Please submit all materials through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/190516.  Applicants should also arrange for the submission of three letters of recommendation. The review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and proceed until the position is filled. For further information, contact the Director of the IBDD through Helen Tvedt at helen.tvedt@yale.edu or the Chair of the Chemistry Department at chemistry.chair@yale.edu.