The Department of Biological Science at Florida State University ( http://www.bio.fsu.edu ) invites applications for a tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position in the broadly defined area of Genetics. Candidates who take a molecular or genetics-based approach to study fundamental or innovative questions in developmental biology, mechanisms of disease, or cell biology, using any animal, plant, tissue, or cellular systems will be considered. Successful candidates are expected to establish a productive and extramurally funded research program, such as major NIH or NSF grant funding, and to contribute to undergraduate teaching in genetics, developmental, or cell biology, and graduate education by supervising PhD students. A doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate is required, along with a demonstrated record of achievement in research. Postdoctoral training in the field of specialization is preferred.

The Department: The Department of Biological Science is a diverse and interactive group with more than 40 tenure-track faculty members with expertise in developmental genetics, epigenetics, chromosome biology, neuroscience, evolution, conservation biology, structural biology, and virology. The Department is committed to the success of our faculty with engaged mentoring and significant resources. Researchers have access to excellent and fully staffed departmental and university research facilities that include an imaging facility with a Titan Krios electron microscope, confocal imaging, light sheet microscopy, molecular cloning and hybridoma facilities, flow cytometry and mass spectrometry facilities, and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. The department also maintains BSL2 labs, greenhouses, field sites, and vivaria. The department has three concurrent searches in Genetics, Computational Genomics, and Evolution.

The University: One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity.

Job Location: Tallahassee is the capital city of Florida, situated in the Big Bend region, renowned for its diverse and undeveloped habitats. The city and university feature an excellent quality of life with proximity to several state and national parks, accessible rivers, a National Wildlife Refuge, and the pristine beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, along with a rich program of performing arts, athletic events, and year-round outdoor activities.

How to Apply: Submit your application at https://www.jobs.fsu.edu (JOB ID 56384). Include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, 2-3 page research statement that briefly summarizes your significant research accomplishments and describes your future research plans, and a 2-3 page teaching, mentoring, and service statement that describes prior experiences and future plans. Include the names and email contact information for 3-4 reference letters as instructed in the application portal. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2023, and applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.  Questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Hong-Guo Yu: genetics.search@bio.fsu.edu.

Florida State University is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. Florida State University’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .