Assistant Professor

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) invites applications for two ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level positions. The tenure-track faculty positions will start August 16, 2015. Final authorization of the positions is subject to availability of state funding. Located in the heart of Chicago, UIC is one of the nation’s leading research universities. Numerous opportunities exist for collaborative research in biological sciences across disciplines at UIC and with colleagues and institutions throughout the Chicago region.

Successful candidates will establish a vigorous, externally funded research program, and teach in the Department’s undergraduate degree and graduate training programs. Applicants working in all areas of animal and plant genetics are encouraged to apply. Genetic, biochemical, and bioinformatic approaches to cellular pathways, development, and/or evolution are of particular interest. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary scientific community on the UIC campus and the Chicago area, as a member of a diverse department investigating a broad range of areas in biology, supported by excellent facilities and resources.    

Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree, with postdoctoral experience strongly preferred, and a demonstrated record of research accomplishments. For fullest consideration, candidates must complete an on-line application including the names and email addresses of three references and submit a CV, research and teaching statements, by December 1, 2014. Questions should be directed to Prof. Brian Kay at bkay@uic.edu. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.