The Department of Biology at The University of Texas in Tyler is seeking a 9-month, tenure-track position in genomics/bioinformatics. The candidate should strengthen one of the two major research areas of the Department - ecology/evolutionary biology or biomedical sciences/molecular biology. They will be required to establish a strong, extramurally funded research program in his/her area of expertise. S/he is also expected to have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and mentoring. Participation in departmental, college, and university committees and outreach programs is expected. Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated record of collaborative research.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant field with postdoctoral experience in genomics/bioinformatics, Demonstrated research creativity, productivity, and grantsmanship, Ability to develop a strong, extramurally-funded research program, Demonstrated record of collaborative research, Evidence of effective teaching and other communication skills, and Teaching experience at undergraduate or graduate levels is highly desirable. Available resources: The Department of Biology offers a stimulating intellectual environment and has an excellent reputation in research and teaching. The Department consists of twelve tenured and tenure-track faculty members and three lecturers. Research in the Department is in diverse sub-disciplines, including genomics, population genetics, evolution, ecology, neurobiology, microbiology, molecular biology, and physiology. Research seminars by invited speakers are held weekly. A new expansion with state-of-the-art research and teaching labs has just been completed along with renovation of all existing teaching labs. Three large and sophisticated walk-in environmental chambers are available for research and a computer lab connects UT Tyler to the Texas Advanced Computer Center via a 10 Gb internet connection. For additional information, please visit www.uttyler.edu/biology. Applications: Please include (as a single PDF file) a) cover letter; b) detailed curriculum vitae; c) statement of research interests and professional goals, d) statement of teaching interests and philosophy; e) reprints of 3 relevant publications. Additionally, please arrange to have 3 reference letters sent to: Dr. Josh Banta, Chair, Genomics/Bioinformatics Search Committee, Department of Biology, The University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Blvd. Tyler, TX 75799. E- mail jba...@uttyler.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Start date is negotiable. The position is subject to availability of funding.
