Assistant Professor Position in Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
The Department of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology (http://www.gdcb.iastate.edu) at Iowa State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. We seek creative individuals employing genomic or interdisciplinary approaches to address fundamental questions. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and have demonstrated potential for superior achievement in research and teaching. The successful candidate will establish a program of biological research and teaching, with an emphasis on bioinformatics or computational biology. Successful candidates will establish vibrant, extramurally funded programs of research, will demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively within existing research strengths at ISU, and will contribute to undergraduate and to graduate courses in their area(s) of expertise through scholarly teaching.
Iowa State University is located in Ames, Iowa, a community of nearly 60,000, recently ranked as one of the most livable small cities in the nation. The university enrolls more than 30,000 students and is committed to achieving inclusive excellence through a diverse workforce. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples and is dedicated to supporting work-life balance through an array of flexible policies.
Application instructions are at http://www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickfind=84187 (vacancy 130917). Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, summary of past research accomplishments, and Summary of prior teaching experience and future teaching interests by Oct 14, 2013. Submission of three confidential letters of recommendation should be arranged as per instructions in the on-line application system. If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please email Professor Drena Dobbs, ddobbs@iastate.edu.
ISU values diversity and is an AA/EEO employer.