Tenure/Tenure Track Evolutionary Genomics Faculty
- Employer
- Pennsylvania State University
- Location
- State College, Pennsylvania
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Oct 9, 2019
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- Discipline
- Life Sciences, Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Genomics
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Job Type
- Faculty
- Organization Type
- Academia
Tenure/Tenure Track Evolutionary Genomics Faculty
The Department of Biology in the Eberly College of Science (www.bio.psu.edu) at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position in Evolutionary Genomics. The evolutionary analysis of rapidly expanding genomic datasets requires development and implementation of rigorous computational and statistical approaches. The successful applicant is expected to develop a strong, independent, externally funded research program leading to novel insights and paradigms in evolution from the analyses of complex genomic datasets. We are particularly interested in candidates developing the theoretical foundation of evolutionary and/or population genomics. The primary appointment will be in Biology, but could include joint appointments in either the Statistics or Mathematics departments. The applicant must have a Ph.D. in biology, computer science, statistics, or a related field. The successful applicant is expected to teach and perform research in a collaborative environment, with the opportunity to join one of the Centers in the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences and to supervise students from interdisciplinary graduate programs. This position features competitive start-up package. Applications must be submitted electronically at https://psu.jobs and must include a cover letter that highlights significant graduate and postdoctoral scientific accomplishments, goals or vision for your research program at Penn State, and qualifications that make you well-suited to achieve these goals; Curriculum vitae; Research interests statement; Teaching interests statement; A diversity statement that describes past, current, and future contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion at the teaching, research, or professional level; and Contact information for at least three professional references. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Apply online at https://psu.jobs/job/89966
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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