Faculty position in area of Genome Dynamics at Iowa State University

GENOME DYNAMICS
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Iowa State University

The Department of Genetics, Development, and Cell Biology at Iowa State University (http://www.gdcb.iastate.edu/) seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level in the area of genome dynamics using molecular, cellular and genetic methods. Potential areas of interest include, but are not limited to, chromosome biology or engineering, transposon biology, epigenetic gene regulation, and recombination. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, extramurally-funded research program and to actively participate in graduate and undergraduate teaching. Candidates with an interest in developing intellectual property that could contribute to economic growth are encouraged to apply, and support networks are available to facilitate such efforts. The Department is actively seeking to increase diversity and is sensitive to the needs of dual-career couples. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree. To view entire vacancy #080691 and apply, create an electronic application at http://www.iastatejobs.com that includes a cover letter briefly summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae, a statement summarizing past, present and future research plans, and a brief statement of teaching interests and philosophy. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Genome Dynamics Faculty Search, Iowa State University, Department of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology, 1210 Molecular Biology Building, Ames, IA 50011 or to GDCBsearch-GD@iastate.edu. To guarantee consideration the applications must be received by November 14, 2008. Applications from women and members of under represented groups are strongly encouraged. Iowa State University is an EO/AA employer, committed to equal opportunity.



GDCB DEPARTMENT AND ISU:

Faculty in the GDCB department have research-intensive positions, and research groups are supported by extramural grants, as well as excellent intramural biotech facilities and successful interdepartmental graduate programs. The research programs in the department are diverse, encompassing plant and animal model systems, and research is advanced by interactions between computational and experimental biologists. Faculty are expected to strive for excellence in teaching, with individual responsibility for approximately one undergraduate course and one graduate-level course each year. Ames is a vibrant college town and a family-friendly environment. Iowa State University is committed to equal opportunity and world class diversity, and GDCB is one of the pioneering focal departments in the NSF-funded ISU ADVANCE program, which strives to increase the number of women in science and engineering fields.

GDCB faculty research interests: http://www.gdcb.iastate.edu/faculty/
Graduate programs: http://www.gdcb.iastate.edu/graduate/
Biotech facilities at ISU: http://www.biotech.iastate.edu/service_facilities/default.html
ISU ADVANCE program: http://www.advance.iastate.edu/