The Department of Biology at William & Mary, a public university of
the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks applications for a tenure track
position at the Assistant Professor level. Appointment will begin August
10, 2025. We are interested in individuals with research and teaching
expertise in bioinformatics and biostatistics. Applicants whose research
is focused on or extensively utilizes bioinformatics will be considered;
those whose research also includes an experimental component in the lab
or field are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties include research, teaching, and service to the University. The
applicant is expected to establish and maintain a vibrant
externally-funded research program that inspires a highly motivated
body of undergraduate and master's students. Teaching duties include
engaging undergraduate courses in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and
other lecture and seminar-style courses in the applicant's area of
expertise, averaging 2 courses per semester with labs counting as courses.

Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in biology,
biostatistics, bioinformatics, or a related field at the time appointment
begins (August 10, 2025).

Preferred Qualifications: Previous teaching experience in bioinformatics
and/or biostatistics and an established record of mentoring undergraduates
and/or graduate research is preferred. Evidence of scholarly achievement,
including peer-reviewed publications in competitive outlets and nationally
competitive grants or other awards, will be viewed favorably. Postdoctoral
experience preferred, with one or more years particularly desirable.

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum
vitae, a cover letter, a statement of teaching interests, and a statement
of research interests. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past
experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate
for learners/scholars in biology in any of the aforementioned required
documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will
be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three
references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for
how to submit a letter of reference.

For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial
review date, November 22, 2024. Applications received after the initial
review date will be considered if needed.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from
underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching
and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications
from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with
disabilities. William & Mary conducts background checks on applicants
being considered for employment.

Information on the degree programs in the Department of Biology may
be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/biology/. Contact Harmony Dalgleish
(hjdalgleish@wm.edu) with questions.

"Murphy, Helen" <hamurphy@wm.edu>

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