Associate Professor (Open Rank)
Job Description
Department:
Biochemistry & Molecular GeneticsLocation:
Health Sciences CenterTime Type:
Full timeWorker Type:
RegularJob Req ID:
R105796Position Description:
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics in the University of Louisville School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position. The appointment will be at the level of assistant professor, but exceptional candidates will also be considered at the associate professor level. The Department has a vibrant research portfolio with recent hires geared toward genomic approaches to a range of fundamental problems including host-pathogen interactions, immunogenomics, cardiovascular disease, zebrafish development and genetic/environment interactions. The successful applicant is expected to be a vital part of the Department’s research enterprise by maintaining a vigorous and independently funded research program. Of particular interest will be individuals working in areas related to the Department’s strengths in genomics or topics relevant to institutional affiliates including: the Center for Cardiometabolic Science, the Brown Cancer Center, and the Envirome Institute (Cardiovascular).
Information about the Department including current faculty, graduate program, and affiliated interdisciplinary research centers is available at www.louisville.edu/medschool/biochemistry.
Applicants should upload their application letter outlining career goals and interest in the position, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references.
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Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email atemployment@louisville.eduor by phone 502-852-6258.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258. Assistance and Accommodations Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258. About the University of Louisville In 2023, the University of Louisville celebrates its quasquibicentennial, the 225th anniversary of the 1798 beginnings of higher education in Louisville. One of the nation’s first city-owned, public universities, UofL today is a vital ecosystem that creates thriving futures for students, our community and society. As one of only 79 universities in the United States to earn recognition by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community Engaged university, we impact lives in areas of student success and research and innovation, while our dynamic connection with our local and global communities provides unparalleled opportunities for students and citizens both. The university serves as an engine that powers Metro Louisville and the commonwealth and as a classroom for UofL’s more than 23,000 students, who benefit from partnerships with top employers and a wide range of community service opportunities. To learn more, visit louisville.edu. The University of Louisville is a public university in Louisville, Kentucky. It is a member of the Kentucky state university system.