Job Details
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at the American University of Beirut (AUB) Faculty of Medicine (FM) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position in Biochemistry/Omics. The appointment rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.
The Department seeks an investigator with expertise in biochemistry and contemporary omics/multi-omics approaches. Areas of interest may include, but are not limited to, proteomics, metabolomics, lipidomics, and integrative multi-omics approaches relevant to human health and disease.
The successful candidate is expected to develop or maintain an independent and externally funded research program; contribute to the Department's undergraduate, graduate, and medical teaching missions, particularly in core biochemistry; supervise and mentor MS and PhD students; participate in collaborative and interdisciplinary research within the Department, Faculty of Medicine, and University; and contribute to departmental and institutional service.
Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree with appropriate postdoctoral training in the fields of metabolism and omics. Prior academic faculty appointments and an established record of research productivity, external funding, teaching, and graduate student supervision and mentorship are required. Candidates should demonstrate the potential to develop or maintain an independent research program and contribute effectively to the Department's teaching, research, and service missions.
Applicants should submit:
- A curriculum vitae.
- A letter of intent explaining why the applicant wishes to apply for the position and how their background and experience align with its requirements.
- A personal statement outlining the applicant's previous accomplishments in research, teaching, and service, together with their future plans in these areas.
- The names and contact information of four referees, preferably at the rank of Professor.
Applications should be submitted electronically to Dr. Fuad Ziyadeh, Interim Chairperson, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, at fz05@aub.edu.lb, with a copy to the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine, at aub-fm@aub.edu.lb.
Deadline: November 30, 2026

