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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Genetics, Genomics and Informatics seeks outstanding candidates for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position with a research focus in translational genomics, genome Informatics, or systems genetics. Investigators working at the interface between genetics, neuroscience, human development, and pharmacogenetics are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to conduct high quality research, secure extramural funding, teach relevant courses, and advise students in degree programs. Rank of appointment and seed funds will match experience, productivity, and support history. Applicants should possess a doctoral degree (PhD, MD,) in genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, or a related discipline at the time of appointment. The new Department of Genetics, Genomics and Informatics is made up of a small group of basic science faculty with research interests in the genetics of complex diseases using murine models. A larger group of faculty with expertise in human genetics (and potential collaborators) are housed in other departments and colleges at UTHSC and affiliated institutions including the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, St Jude Children?s Research Hospital, and the University of Memphis. UTHSC is a research hub for the field of systems genetics and has been responsible for the creation of new models and novel statistical genetic approaches (see www.genenetwork.org). Applicants must have a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity. Review of applicants will begin on March 1, 2015 and will continue until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2015. Please forward by email your complete curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research (ongoing and planned), and names and email addresses of three professional references to genetics@uthsc.edu, attention of Robert W. Williams, Chair, Department of Genetics, Genomics, and Informatics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center. 855 Monroe Ave, Suite 501 Memphis TN 38163 All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 920 Madison Avenue, Suite 420, Memphis, Tennessee 38163, telephone 901-448-7382 (V/TTY available). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Genetics, Genomics and Informatics seeks outstanding candidates for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position with a research focus in translational genomics, genome Informatics, or systems genetics. Investigators working at the interface between genetics, neuroscience, human development, and pharmacogenetics are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to conduct high quality research, secure extramural funding, teach relevant courses, and advise students in degree programs. Rank of appointment and seed funds will match experience, productivity, and support history. Applicants should possess a doctoral degree (PhD, MD,) in genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, or a related discipline at the time of appointment. The new Department of Genetics, Genomics and Informatics is made up of a small group of basic science faculty with research interests in the genetics of complex diseases using murine models. A larger group of faculty with expertise in human genetics (and potential collaborators) are housed in other departments and colleges at UTHSC and affiliated institutions including the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, St Jude Children?s Research Hospital, and the University of Memphis. UTHSC is a research hub for the field of systems genetics and has been responsible for the creation of new models and novel statistical genetic approaches (see www.genenetwork.org). Applicants must have a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity. Review of applicants will begin on March 1, 2015 and will continue until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2015. Please forward by email your complete curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research (ongoing and planned), and names and email addresses of three professional references to genetics@uthsc.edu, attention of Robert W. Williams, Chair, Department of Genetics, Genomics, and Informatics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center. 855 Monroe Ave, Suite 501 Memphis TN 38163 All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 920 Madison Avenue, Suite 420, Memphis, Tennessee 38163, telephone 901-448-7382 (V/TTY available). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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