The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in Genomics, beginning August 2023. We are seeking applications from outstanding researchers with innovative research programs in the biological sciences which rely on computational, data sciences, bioinformatics, or other related disciplines. Research in any area of genomics will be considered. Candidates should be able to demonstrate the potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program involving our Biological Sciences undergraduate and/or graduate students. Purdue University places particular emphasis on responsible conduct of research and research ethics. All Purdue researchers are required to complete general and field-specific training in the responsible conduct of research. A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in genomics or closely related field is required.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and/or graduate-level genetics courses, including but not limited to supervising Graduate Teaching Assistants in genetics labs, teaching biology lecture courses for undergraduate majors, and developing upper-level elective courses based on the candidate’s area of expertise. Faculty are expected to participate in student advising, as well as service to the department and university. Our department offers both thesis and non-thesis MS degrees, with our new faculty applying for graduate faculty status with Purdue University West Lafayette. Position is contingent upon available funding and satisfactory background check.

The Department of Biological Sciences is the largest department in the College of Science. We currently have 350 outstanding undergraduate majors and 40 graduate students. More than half of our undergraduates pursue graduate or professional degrees after graduation. The department has extensive facilities for its teaching and research programs. Candidates will enjoy a highly collegial and collaborative scientific environment in the Department of Biological Sciences, with faculty and staff representing a diverse range of expertise. Candidates will also enjoy engaging in an interactive community of scientists in the College of Science and in other colleges and schools at Purdue Fort Wayne. Our researchers also collaborate with Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM-FW) researchers, located on our Purdue Fort Wayne campus, and have opportunities to leverage collaborations with other researchers across the three Purdue campuses.

The department is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including research, teaching, and service/engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) is the largest university in northeast Indiana, offering 25 graduate and over 100 prestigious Purdue University undergraduate degrees and certificates. More than 10,000 students of diverse ages, races, and nationalities belong to the PFW family. The 594‐acre campus in Fort Wayne is home to over 7,000 degree‐seeking undergraduate and graduate students. Through PFW’s partnerships with area high schools, almost 3,000 high school students take dual‐credit courses, simultaneously earning both high school and college credits. PFW is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more about us at PFW.edu. Fort Wayne is the second largest city in the State of Indiana and is in an excellent region of the country, close to Chicago, as well as bordering Ohio and Michigan.

Please submit a cover letter with a description of research focus and a plan for future research, curriculum vitae, selected recent reprints, statements of research interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness and a 1-2 page teaching philosophy, including the candidate’s commitment to inclusive teaching and mentoring practices, and three letters of recommendation to https://careers.purdue.edu/FW/go/FW-Faculty/7720100/ . All candidates invited for a campus interview will be expected to provide a 45-60 minute instructional student presentation. Candidates for this position will also be expected to conduct a 45-60 minute presentation on their proposed research program and how they would incorporate undergraduate and graduate students in their research. Application deadline is December 12, 2022.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.