Job Opportunities within the Department - Currently 2 openings

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Center for Genetics and Molecular Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Medicine invite applications and nominations to fill the Preston Pope Joyes Endowed Chair at the rank of Professor. Candidates must have an established, nationally recognized, federally funded research program in statistical genetics, genetic epidemiology, gene-environment interactions or bioinformatics. Preference will be given to applicants whose expertise complements current strengths in environmental genetics, genetic epidemiology, gene regulation, chromatin structure, or nuclear receptor biology.

In addition to a competitive start-up package and customized laboratory space, the successful applicant will play a leadership role in recruiting up to four junior faculty for the purpose of enhancing research focus in functional genomics and bioinformatics. Numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaborations are available through the Center for Genetics and Molecular Medicine, as well as through other research centers dealing with environmental health, embryonic development, aging, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and stem cell biology.

Applicants should send a letter outlining research interests, curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three individuals who can be contacted for letters of reference to: Preston Pope Joyes Search Committee, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40292. Application review will begin November 7 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or currently hold an H1B1 visa. The University of Louisville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Center for Genetics and Molecular Medicine at the University of Louisville School of Medicine invite applications and nominations for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Individuals with expertise in statistical genetics, gene-environment interactions, bioinformatics, or mechanisms of gene regulation are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose expertise complements current strengths in environmental genetics, genetic epidemiology, gene regulation, chromatin structure, or nuclear receptor biology. The successful applicant will benefit from a competitive start-up package, customized laboratory space, and numerous opportunities for collaborative interactions with multidisciplinary research centers focusing on environmental health, embryonic development, aging, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and stem cell biology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology or a related field. Candidates for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor must have postdoctoral experience and demonstrate strong potential to establish a nationally competitive research program. Candidates for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor must have a strong record of obtaining federal research funding, and a well established research program.

Applicants should send a letter outlining research interests, curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three individuals who can be contacted for letters of reference to: Assistant/Associate Professor Search Committee, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40292. Application review will begin on November 7 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or currently hold an H1B1 visa. The University of Louisville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.