Genetics/Epigenetics - Assistant Professor

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Texas (UNT), invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a research focus in Epigenetics. This includes (but is not limited to) research emphasis on studying epigenetic processes and how they influence physiological processes, demographic performance, development, disease, behavior, inheritance, and interaction between organisms and their environment. Preference will be given to someone working with organismal systems that complement other ongoing work at UNT. The successful candidate will use modern approaches in epigenetics and have the skills to work independently as well as in collaborative groups. The candidate will be expected to obtain extramural funding to support a vibrant research program and engage in mentoring undergraduate and graduate research and teach courses in their area of expertise. Courses to be taught may include genetics, epigenetics, genomics, or other allied subjects. The candidate will have the opportunity to interact with a dynamic and diverse faculty, staff, and students within and between departments, including members from UNT’s Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering programs, and the College of Public Health.

At the time of application, the ideal candidate should have 1) a PhD in Biological Sciences or a related field, with postdoctoral experience,  2) a proven record or demonstrated potential to obtain external funding to support an active research program, 3) a growing record of scholarship and publication in higher-tier journals appropriate to the applicant’s field of study, and 4) an academic record demonstrating the potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Apply at  https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/76838

and include the following items: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter,  3) 3 sample publications, 4) contact information for three referees, 5) statement of current research interests and future trajectories (≤ 2 pages, single-spaced), and 6) statement of teaching philosophy (≤ 1 page). The position starts in August 2024. Questions concerning the position should be directed to Dr. Pudur Jagadeeswaran, Search Committee Chair (jag@unt.edu).

UNT is a Hispanic-serving and Minority-serving public research university with a Research 1 (R1) Carnegie classification enrolling over 47,000 students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. The UNT System is growing rapidly along with the Dallas and Fort Worth regional area. The Department of Biological Sciences is one of four departments in the College of Science and has over 40 faculty, 175 graduate students, and 3,000 undergraduate students. Our faculty is a community of scholars dedicated to research and teaching in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Plant Biology, Microbiology, and Organismal Biology. We offer Bachelor’s degrees in Biology, Biochemistry, Ecology, and Medical Laboratory Sciences, and Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Environmental Science. We measure our success by the success of our students and the quality of our intellectual contributions to society.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable Federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English.