Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Genetics (tenure-track)

The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at Ohio University (https://www.ohio.edu/cas/biology) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Genetics, with an expected start date of August 2025.

We seek a eukaryotic geneticist studying fundamental questions in genetics using innovative, modern approaches and techniques. Applicants across a broad range of research areas are welcome, including those with expertise in genotype-to-phenotype analyses, developmental biology, epigenetics, disease susceptibility, co-evolution, or the biology of complex traits. The successful applicant is expected to add breadth to our department and interact with faculty within the Department of Biological Sciences. There are also opportunities to collaborate with a number of other research institutes, centers and departments at Ohio University, including the Dept. of Chemistry & Biochemistry, the Dept. of Environmental & Plant Biology, the Diabetes Institute (DI), the Infectious and Tropical Diseases Institute (ITDI), the Ohio Center for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (OCEES), and the Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute (OMNI).

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track appointment. In addition to maintaining an externally funded research program, the successful applicant will be expected to mentor graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) and undergraduate students in a research setting and contribute to the teaching mission of the department. Teaching responsibilities include one upper-level undergraduate course in genetics, and two additional courses that fill departmental teaching needs and are consistent with the candidate’s expertise.
 

The Department of Biological Sciences is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Candidates who can contribute to a climate of inclusivity with a diverse range of faculty, staff and students are encouraged to apply.

Ohio University is a Carnegie Foundation R1 residential campus with an enrollment of over 25,000 students. Founded in 1804 and nestled in the foothills of Appalachia, Ohio University consists of nine colleges and multiple interdisciplinary programs. The Department of Biological Sciences comprises a diverse intellectual community and offers a curriculum designed to prepare students for specific careers, graduate school, and professional schools. The city of Athens is a family-friendly and culturally diverse community that offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, while also considering internal equity. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including paid holidays, sick time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, transgender care, flextime and flexplace policies, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs and more. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in Biology, Genetics, or related field by the start date of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-doctoral experience
• A record of extramural support and publications in relevant journals
• Experience studying genetics in a eukaryotic system
• Teaching experience

Please visit our website to view additional details and apply online.  Ohio University - Job Site | Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Genetics (tenure-track) (ohiouniversityjobs.com)

The application deadline is November 4, 2024.