Positions in Bioinformatics, Functional Genomics and Theoretical Phylogenetics,
Department of Biological Sciences, College of Sciences and Mathematics
Auburn University

The Department of Biological Sciences at Auburn University invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions (9-month) beginning August 2015. We are conducting a cluster hire with the aim of significantly enhancing departmental strengths in basic and applied computational approaches designed to address biological problems in Bioinformatics, Functional Genomics, and Theoretical Phylogenetics. Hires will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with Associate and Full Professor ranks considered for exceptional candidates in Bioinformatics.

These positions will contribute to existing departmental expertise in empirical and analytical biology and capitalize on ongoing improvements in high-performance computing capability at Auburn. This hiring effort is the first of a multi-year initiative to strengthen computational biology capabilities in our four core research areas: Ecological Processes, Evolutionary Genetics and Systematics, Functional Adaptations, and Host-Microbial Interactions. Applicants with the desired subdiscipline expertise in any core area and using any research model will be given consideration.  

Successful candidates are expected to establish an extramurally funded, internationally recognized research program that trains undergraduate and graduate students.  Instructional responsibilities include development of graduate and/or undergraduate courses in the specialty area.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Computational Biology, or a related discipline, and must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.   Qualifications include postdoctoral or professional experience, a strong record of publication, teaching experience, and potential for funding; experience with next generation sequencing data is highly desirable.  Candidates selected for these positions must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin, and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. 

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2014 and will continue until suitable candidates are found.  Applicants should submit (electronically) a cover letter emphasizing specific qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a description of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy/experience, and names and contact information of at least 3 references. To apply online for the bioinformatics position please visit: http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/752. To apply for the functional genomics or theoretical phylogenetics please visit http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/772.  Eligible applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for all appropriate positions. More information can be found at: www.auburn.edu/biology.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer. 

Last updated: 11/24/2014