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The University of Memphis, Department of Biological Sciences and the Bioinformatics Program invite applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2015, pending funding availability. The successful candidate is expected to develop a research program that builds upon and complements the existing strengths in genomics and bioinformatics at the University of Memphis and its partner institutions (including University of Tennessee Health Science Center and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital) in the Memphis Research Consortium (http://memphisresearch.org/).
Candidates are sought with a Ph.D. in computational biology and a strong research track record. The successful applicant is expected to develop an externally funded research program, mentor Ph.D and M.S. students, and contribute to teaching activities in the Department of Biological Sciences and the Bioinformatics Program. Teaching responsibilities would include some combination of undergraduate and graduate level courses. The ability to teach computer programming, data structures, and algorithms for biologists is a plus. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to genomics/metagenomics, microbiology/environmental microbiology, and genetics. Candidates developing innovative bioinformatic approaches for addressing current issues in genome biology are encouraged to apply.
The University of Memphis is a leading metropolitan research institution with over 30 faculty members specializing in diverse subdisciplines of the biological sciences. The Department serves approximately 500 majors and over 40 M.S. and Ph.D. students. The W. Harry Feinstone Center for Genomic Research (www.memphis.edu/feinstone/ ), the interdepartmental Program in Bioinformatics (www.memphis.edu/binf/ ), the Ecological Research Center (www.memphis.edu/erc/ ), the Integrated Microscopy Center (www.memphis.edu/imc/ ), and the Meeman Biological Field Station (www.memphis.edu/meeman/ ), are all administered through the department and offer outstanding opportunities for research, teaching, and collaboration.
Applications must be submitted online at https://workforum.memphis.edu/ and include a cover letter, CV, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three professional references. Application deadline is November 30, 2014. Review of applications will begin December 1 and may continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Ramin Homayouni, Chair, Bioinformatics Faculty Position, Department of Biological Sciences, The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152, USA (or email rhomayon@memphis.edu)
The University of Memphis is a Tennessee Board of Regents Institution and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability or veteran status. Successful candidates must meet guidelines of the immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.
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The University of Memphis, Department of Biological Sciences and the Bioinformatics Program invite applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2015, pending funding availability. The successful candidate is expected to develop a research program that builds upon and complements the existing strengths in genomics and bioinformatics at the University of Memphis and its partner institutions (including University of Tennessee Health Science Center and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital) in the Memphis Research Consortium (http://memphisresearch.org/).
Candidates are sought with a Ph.D. in computational biology and a strong research track record. The successful applicant is expected to develop an externally funded research program, mentor Ph.D and M.S. students, and contribute to teaching activities in the Department of Biological Sciences and the Bioinformatics Program. Teaching responsibilities would include some combination of undergraduate and graduate level courses. The ability to teach computer programming, data structures, and algorithms for biologists is a plus. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to genomics/metagenomics, microbiology/environmental microbiology, and genetics. Candidates developing innovative bioinformatic approaches for addressing current issues in genome biology are encouraged to apply.
The University of Memphis is a leading metropolitan research institution with over 30 faculty members specializing in diverse subdisciplines of the biological sciences. The Department serves approximately 500 majors and over 40 M.S. and Ph.D. students. The W. Harry Feinstone Center for Genomic Research (www.memphis.edu/feinstone/ ), the interdepartmental Program in Bioinformatics (www.memphis.edu/binf/ ), the Ecological Research Center (www.memphis.edu/erc/ ), the Integrated Microscopy Center (www.memphis.edu/imc/ ), and the Meeman Biological Field Station (www.memphis.edu/meeman/ ), are all administered through the department and offer outstanding opportunities for research, teaching, and collaboration.
Applications must be submitted online at https://workforum.memphis.edu/ and include a cover letter, CV, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three professional references. Application deadline is November 30, 2014. Review of applications will begin December 1 and may continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Ramin Homayouni, Chair, Bioinformatics Faculty Position, Department of Biological Sciences, The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152, USA (or email rhomayon@memphis.edu)
The University of Memphis is a Tennessee Board of Regents Institution and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability or veteran status. Successful candidates must meet guidelines of the immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.
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