Assistant Professor of Genetics

Assistant Professor of Genetics

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Jun 14, 2024

Deadline: Jun 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Department of Genetics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of human genetics, model systems genetics, and/or mechanisms of gene regulation. Applicants must have an M.D and/or Ph.D or equivalent degree.

Teaching responsibilities may include participating in graduate and medical school education.

Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing and carrying out an independent research program.

The Department of Genetics comprises a basic science faculty with diverse investigative interests and close affiliations with clinical departments at Penn Medicine as well as the neighboring Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Wistar Institute. Attractive laboratory space and substantial resources are available. For more information about the Department of Genetics, visit https://genetics.med.upenn.edu/

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by October 15, 2024. Applications received after this date may be considered on a rolling basis.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

To ensure full consideration, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by October 15, 2024. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 2-3 page research statement, teaching statement, and the names of three references.

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/147616