How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, current version of curriculum vita, teaching statement, research statement, DEI Statement and three professional references to the Interfolio link http://apply.interfolio.com/156342
The review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024 but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
All applications must be submitted via Interfolio, applications submitted through
careers.umich.edu will not be reviewed.
Job Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters (CASL) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position for a Biologist specializing in genomics, metagenomics, or transcriptomics. The Department is seeking applications from candidates who possess experience in both collecting large scale omics or sequence data and using computational biology approaches for data analysis with emphasis on research areas directly impacting human health and disease. Examples of candidates that would be considered for this position include, but are not limited to scholars with expertise in direct computational analysis of large-scale DNA/RNA sequence or other omics data and also employ bench skills with molecular, cellular, and/or microbiology proficiency in the laboratory. We will consider candidates applying their expertise to a broad range of research questions directly relevant to human health. The expected starting date is September 2025.
The Department of Natural Sciences and the Biology Discipline have research active faculty with a broad range of research interests across all areas, including but not limited to molecular and cellular biology, microbiology, neurobiology, organismal biology, ecology, genetics, evolutionary biology, physiology, or immunology. Research expectations for this position include a research program with potential for external funding and to open new avenues to collaborative efforts within the Department. The Department of Natural Sciences and CASL follow the teacher-scholar model and highly values research with undergraduate and graduate students. Laboratory facilities and competitive start-up funds will be provided. The teaching load (2:2) includes responsibilities to teach in the areas of genetics, bioinformatics, introductory cellular and molecular biology, and opportunities for developing new courses in the applicant's area of expertise.
Who We Are
The University of Michigan-Dearborn was founded in 1959 on 200 acres of the original Henry Ford Estate in Dearborn, Michigan. As one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan, we serve over 8,000 students and provide high-quality undergraduate, graduate, professional, and continuing education programs that embody the prestige of the University of Michigan name. Our mission is rooted in commitment to the well-being and diversity of Metro Detroit, fostering a caring, dynamic, intellectual, and socially welcoming environment.
We distinguish ourselves by building and nurturing intentional, mutually beneficial partnerships with local industries, governments, and community organizations. Our faculty are recognized for their excellence in scholarship and teaching and are actively engaged in professional and academic service. UM-Dearborn offers ample opportunities for creative, collaborative research, practice-based learning, and community engagement through scholarly and educational partnerships. Our campus grants program includes numerous opportunities for competitive and cross-campus seed grants.
Faculty have the privilege to work closely with their students, 47% of whom are first-generation college students, 46% Pell grant eligible, and 31% students of color. The average class size is 25 students, and 69% of classes have fewer than 30 students. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks UM-Dearborn among the best regional universities in the Midwest. In 2024, UM-Dearborn was ranked the number one regional public university in Michigan and third in the Midwest. The university is also recognized on Forbes' list of America's Top Colleges. For more information, please visit our website at www.umdearborn.edu.
Dearborn is a vibrant and diverse community, centrally located within one of America?s largest business regions. The area provides a variety of urban, suburban, and rural environments within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, its suburbs, and Ann Arbor.
Required Qualifications*
Qualified candidates are required to possess either a Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field or an M.D., and have a track record of peer-reviewed publications. Postdoctoral experience is desired. Candidates will be expected to teach, seek external funding, and provide service to the discipline and department.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
