Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Genetics/Epigenetics (Requisition ID: 1027991)
University of Illinois at Chicago- Department of Biological Sciences
Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Genetics/Epigenetics- The Department of Biological Sciences, University of Illinois at Chicago
Hiring Department: Biological Sciences
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1027991
Posting Close Date: December 16, 2024
Link to Apply: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12237?c=uic
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Genetics/Epigenetics. We seek candidates who utilize any combination of molecular, genetic, and cellular approaches to examine questions concerning genetic and epigenetic mechanisms in systems ranging from eukaryotic microbes to plants and animals. Areas of interest are broad and include but are not limited to fundamental aspects of genetic/epigenetic regulation, genome evolution, genome stability and repair, as well as genetic/epigenetic approaches to questions underlying organismal development, gene-environment interactions, and/or host-pathogen interactions/immunity. All scales of analysis and research will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program. Commitment to teaching excellence in the graduate and undergraduate programs is expected. Teaching duties will include instruction on the undergraduate and graduate levels with exact courses to be determined.
Located in the heart of one of the world’s great cities, the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is the city’s only Carnegie Research 1 public university. UIC is federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) through its status as an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HIS). The Department of Biological Sciences, which resides in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has research strengths in Ecology and Evolution; Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology; and Neurobiology. The department currently has 30 tenure-line faculty and 12 non-tenure track faculty, >2400 undergraduate majors and over 105 graduate students. See http://bios.uic.edu/ for more information.
The Department of Biological Sciences, part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, offers the largest biology-related program at UIC. Faculty members have broad research interests, with strengths in neurobiology, cell biology, developmental biology, and genetics, utilizing model organisms such as mice, Drosophila, C. elegans, yeast, and other fungi. The department fosters a vibrant, collaborative community, partnering with institutions like the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, Rush Medical College, the Chicago Field Museum, and other local organizations. Recruitment includes a generous start-up package, modern research facilities, extensive shared equipment, and access to various state-of-the-art CORE facilities (https://rrc.uic.edu/cores/).
The candidate must have a PhD degree, with relevant postdoctoral experience and a demonstrated record of research accomplishments.
For full consideration, please complete an on-line application, with the following items:
- Cover letter outlining applicant qualifications
- Full curriculum vita
- Summary of future research plans
- Teaching statement
- Names and contact information (including email addresses) for at least 3 references
Applications should be submitted at: https://jobs.uic.edu by December 16, 2024. Review of applications will begin on December 17, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
Final authorization of the position is subject to availability of funding.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, Veteran or disability status.
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The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
Review of applications to begin on 12/17/2024
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