Assistant Professor of Biology (Biostatistics/Bioinformatics) The Department of Biology at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level. Appointment will begin August 10, 2025. We are interested in individuals with research and teaching expertise in bioinformatics and biostatistics. Applicants whose research is focused on or extensively utilizes bioinformatics will be considered; those whose research also includes an experimental component in the lab or field are especially encouraged to apply.
Duties include research, teaching, and service to the University. The applicant is expected to establish and maintain a vibrant externally-funded research program that inspires a highly motivated body of undergraduate and master’s students. Teaching duties include engaging undergraduate courses in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and other lecture and seminar-style courses in the applicant’s area of expertise, averaging 2 courses per semester with labs counting as courses. Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in biology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or a related field at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2025). Preferred Qualifications: Previous teaching experience in bioinformatics and/or biostatistics and an established record of mentoring undergraduates and/or graduate research is preferred. Evidence of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications in competitive outlets and nationally competitive grants or other awards, will be viewed favorably. Postdoctoral experience preferred, with one or more years particularly desirable. Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu<https://jobs.wm.edu/>. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of teaching interests, and a statement of research interests. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in biology in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, November 22, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed. William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. William & Mary conducts background checks on applicants being considered for employment. Information on the degree programs in the Department of Biology may be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/biology/. For more information, contact Dr. Harmony Dalgleish, [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. ________________________ Harmony J. Dalgleish, Ph. D. Associate Professor, Biology Director, William & Mary-St Andrews Joint Degree Programme (JDP) William & Mary PO Box 8795 Williamsburg, VA 23187 757-221-2238 She | Her | Hers To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
