Faculty Position in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology

The Center for Bioinformatics and the Department of Molecular Biosciences at The University of Kansas invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position expected to begin as early as August 18, 2010. Applicants should have a clear interest in computational systems biology, genomics, protein modeling, or macromolecular interactions. The interdisciplinary Center for Bioinformatics (www.bioinformatics.ku.edu) complements existing strengths in the Department of Molecular Biosciences (www.molecularbiosciences.ku.edu), including structural biology, developmental/molecular genetics, proteomics, and computational chemistry. The Center fosters international activities in Bioinformatics and combines outstanding research and the Ph.D. program in Bioinformatics. Duties: to establish and maintain an externally-funded research program, to participate in teaching, and to provide service. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in a discipline related to Bioinformatics; potential for excellence in research in Bioinformatics as evidenced by publications in highly ranked journals and innovative research objectives; and commitment to teaching life sciences courses evidenced by teaching philosophy statement. For the full position announcement and to apply online, go to: https://jobs.ku.edu and search for position 00001641. Submit a CV, letter of application, statement of past and future research, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and a list of at least three references. Initial review of applications will begin November 30th and will continue until no longer needed. Direct inquiries to Dr. Ilya Vakser (vakser@ku.edu).

EO/AA Employer. Women, minorities, and candidates who will contribute to the climate of diversity in the College, including a diversity of scholarly approaches, are encouraged to apply.