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Oct, 08 2007
The Department of Biological Sciences at UMBC invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position from individuals using genetics to investigate any area of Cell Biology in Drosophila or C. elegans. Applicants using proteomic or genomic methods are particularly encouraged to apply. We will also consider appointment of qualified candidates at the Associate or Full Professor level. A successful applicant is expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program, supervise Ph.D. and M.S. students, and teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of current research and future plans, and a statement of teaching interests and philosophy in PDF format to biosearch@umbc.edu. At least three letters of reference should also be sent to: biosearch@umbc.edu in PDF format. Review of completed applications will begin on October 30, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.
UMBC is a medium-sized research university in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. area combining excellence in research with outstanding educational programs. UMBC is a national leader in mentoring a diverse population of students to high achievement in academics and research. For information about the Department of Biological Sciences and its graduate programs visit http://www.umbc.edu/biosci/.
The University of Maryland Baltimore County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. UMBC values gender, ethnic, and racial diversity; women, members of ethnic minority groups and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. UMBC is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic careers.
Aug, 14 2007
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION in Computational Biology available immediately at the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), to develop computational approaches for the detection of protein domains and their interactions and to understand the molecular basis of diseases. A Ph.D. in bioinformatics, mathematics or related fields is required. Candidate should have a strong background in mathematics and excellent programming skills.
Potential areas of research include the assessment of the performance of bioinformatics methodologies and their role in the developing of new methodologies. The candidate will work in close collaboration with scientists at the Office of Science and Engineering Labs, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, Food & Drug Administration. Successful candidates will have affiliations both at UMBC and the FDA.
Applicants should send a brief description of research interests, curriculum vitae with publication list, and the names of three references to: Dr. Maricel Kann, e-mail: mkann@umbc.edu (subject: postdoctoral position).
NOTES: International candidates will be considered. The position is available immediately and for a period of one year, with possibility to renew subject to satisfactory performance. The position will be administered through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education. |
