The Department of Biology at the University of Nevada, Reno seeks to hire a GENOME BIOLOGIST at the assistant professor level, tenure-track. Of particular interest are genomic applications in non- model organisms within the context of behavior, ecology and evolutionary biology. Areas of expertise could include the study of genome structure and function, population and phlyogenomics, and epigenetics, including gene-environment interactions. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research program, to train PhD students, and to participate in undergraduate teaching. The Biology Department has 1200 majors, 50 graduate students, 24 state-funded faculty, and averages $4 million/yr in extramural awards. Reno is located in the Sierra Nevada mountains near Lake Tahoe and was recently rated one of the best small cities in the US for outdoor recreation and overall quality of life. Go to https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/11500 to submit application materials, including an application letter, CV, research plans, teaching interests, and contact information for three references. Applications received by November 5, 2012 will receive full consideration.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age,creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action. Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
