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SUMMARY
The Biology Department at Skidmore College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Bioinformatics, beginning in Fall 2026.
DESCRIPTION
Qualified candidates will: 1) possess a Ph.D. in any sub-discipline of Biology; 2) have expertise in bioinformatics (e.g., functional genomics, metagenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and/or metabolomics), which will be a focal point of their teaching and scholarship; 3) have post-doctoral or similar training, with evidence of an active research program that has the potential to involve undergraduates; and 4) demonstrate their experience, training, and enthusiasm for teaching undergraduate-level courses at all levels of the curriculum. (https://www.skidmore.edu/biology/index.php).
The individual hired for this position will have a dedicated research laboratory within the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences (CIS), a modern, well-equipped facility designed to foster interdisciplinary connections among life science programs and the College. The CIS houses extraordinary shared facilities, including the Skidmore Microscopy Imaging Center (https://www.skidmore.edu/smic/index.php), the Skidmore Analytical Interdisciplinary Laboratory (https://www.skidmore.edu/sail/index.php), and a vivarium for housing vertebrate model organisms, all staffed by highly qualified personnel. Adjacent to the CIS is a newly constructed modular greenhouse. The hire may also benefit from Skidmore's North Woods (a 150-acre forested landscape abutting campus) and proximity to the terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems of the Hudson River Valley and Adirondack regions.
Skidmore College is a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in Saratoga Springs, New York, with a student population of ~2700 (8:1 student-faculty ratio). Skidmore is known for its faculty committed to the instruction and mentoring of undergraduates in a collaborative teaching and research environment.
The hire will receive generous start-up funds, a pre-tenure research leave, access to support for travel to conferences/workshops, and a 3-contact hour course release in the first year. The hire will be expected to teach 18 contact hours each year, with each lecture or lab section representing 3 contact hours. Teaching expectations include developing and delivering an intermediate-level Bioinformatics lecture and lab course, populated by students with diverse career interests (e.g., ecology, evolution, genetics, biomedicine, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, and animal/plant physiology). The hire will also contribute to delivering an introductory lecture course in Cell and Molecular Biology (BI 107), Organismal Biology (BI 108), or Biostatistics (BI 235); a first-year Scribner Seminar; and one or more upper-level specialized courses that will contribute to the Biology curriculum.
COMPENSATION
Salary: $78,000 - $85,000
HOW TO APPLY
Complete applications are due by midnight on September 1st, 2025 (Eastern Standard Time). Inquiries about the position may be sent to the department chair, Dr. Pat Hilleren (phillere[at]skidmore.edu). Applications that are either incomplete or submitted after the due date will not be considered.
Special Instructions for Applicant:
A complete application includes the following five documents submitted as PDFs: (1) a cover letter summarizing your enthusiasm and preparation for a tenure-track faculty position at an undergraduate institution, detailing how your training and expertise meet the qualifications described above; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and goals that articulates how you will engage a diverse learning community; includes brief descriptions of new courses (including Bioinformatics) that you will develop; as well as a general description of the resources/infrastructure needed to support your teaching of Bioinformatics and other upper-level courses; (4) a research statement describing your research program that includes how it will involve undergraduates and the resources/infrastructure required to support your activities; and (5) the names, affiliations, and contact information of three professional references who will provide letters of support in a timely fashion (within 7 days) upon request.
Online application: https://eodq.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/2743/?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=External+Job+Share
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable post-offer background check result.
CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.
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***Temporary contract | 24 months | Belvaux Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us***
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By generating relevant scientific knowledge and converting knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.
Trees and particularly the conifers of northern hemisphere play crucial roles for the terrestrial carbon (C) cycle. However, a general understanding of fundamental C-fluxes between cells and tissues within plant organs is largely lacking. In an increasingly stressing environment, such science is needed for assessing the ability of different plants to maintain their cellular homeostasis.
In the framework of the interdisciplinary research project microC-flux (https://www.wsl.ch/en/projects/diel-c-fluxes-within-needles-from-conifer-trees), we use cutting edge technology to investigate the dynamics of freshly assimilated carbon and its transport from the assimilation sites in mesophyll of conifer needles, through the transfer tissues, to the phloem export sites and further, towards other tree organs. In collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL, we combine pulse-chase tracer experiments with quantitative microscopical analysis and physics-based modelling to understand how conifers solve the challenge of solute transport against the flow of water through the needle, and what anatomical and functional features are key for resistance to drought.
Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu
How will you contribute?
Building on the extensive experimental data gathered and processed by a doctoral candidate in the project, you will extend the existing open-source Model of Explicit Cross-section Hydraulic Anatomy (MECHA) to simulate water and solute transport in pine needles and explicitly represent starch pool dynamics in the 1) mesophyll, 2) the inner tissues within the vascular bundle and 3) the endodermis as the tissue at the interface between the vascular bundle and mesophyll. In its original version, MECHA simulates water and solute transport as a 3-dimensional process, differentiating between apoplastic and symplastic transport. Since MECHA was originally developed to simulate water and solute transport in roots, part of this task will be to introduce gaseous transport of water and CO2, and transitory starch pools. Model development will be performed in collaboration with the developers of MECHA at UC Louvain and plant ecophysiologists and anatomists at WSL, necessitating episodic visits to Louvain-la-Neuve and Switzerland. You will share the model code in the public domain and publish scientific papers in reputed journals on the insights gained through the model-assisted hypothesis testing performed in the microC-flux project.
Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!
Education:
- You hold a PhD in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
Experience and skills
- You have a strong interest for plants and Physics. A background in plant ecophysiology would be ideal, but is not required.
- You have programming experience, knowledge of Python and Git is a plus.
- You have a proven ability to write high-quality scientific papers.
- You like working in a team, explaining and presenting research ideas and results.
Language skills:
- Very good level of written and spoken English.
Your LIST benefits:
- An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
- Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
- Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do
- An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
- Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft and technical skills
- Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
- Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
- Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
- 32 days' paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
- Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers
Apply online:
We seek candidates with a strong potential to excel in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, and use their skills for the benefit of society.
Your application must include:
- A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience
- A scientific CV with contact details
- List of publications and patents (if applicable)
- Contact details of 2 references
Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system https://vonq.io/4kbPjqS. Applications by email will not be considered.
Application procedure and conditions:
We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.
LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.
Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.
Please note that by applying you consent to share your application outside of LIST with Pierre Vollenweider (WSL, Switzerland), and Valentin Couvreur (UC Louvain).
Candidates shall be available for starting their position in summer/autumn 2025. The application deadline is on 15 June, but applications will be reviewed continuously.
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BACKGROUND
Join the South Australian Genomics Centre (SAGC) – Bioinformatician Opportunity. Full-Time, 2-Year Contract
The South Australian Genomics Centre (SAGC) is a national, multi-institutional facility supported by Bioplatforms Australia through the Australian Government's National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) initiative. Based in Adelaide, we bring together a team of ~16 genomics and bioinformatics specialists working across agriculture, healthcare, ecology and more. We're committed to delivering innovative, high-impact genomics solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
We're looking for an entry-level postdoctoral researcher or experienced MSc-level bioinformatician to join our collaborative team.
In this role, you'll:
- Conduct end-to-end bioinformatics analyses on a wide range of projects
- Develop reproducible, standardised workflows and pipelines
- Collaborate on research publications and grant applications
- Engage with diverse data from cutting-edge genomics technologies
- Build deep expertise in a specialist area of bioinformatics
You'll thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project environment with the support and mentorship to grow professionally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide bioinformatics support across client projects
- Build and maintain analysis pipelines using best practices
- Draft scientific reports and contribute to publications
- Work closely with genomics staff and researchers from varied disciplines
REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
- MSc, PhD or equivalent in bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, physics, or related field
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, bash, Perl)
- Familiar with version control, containerisation (Docker/Singularity), and workflow systems (e.g., Nextflow)
- Excellent organisation, time management, and communication skills
- Able to manage multiple projects and work both independently and in teams
- Prior experience with HPC environments
Desirable:
- Expertise in one or more of the following: RNA-seq, genome assembly, metagenomics, multi-omics, or data visualisation
- Experience in client-focused roles
- Familiarity with cloud computing, Linux admin, or additional programming languages (e.g., C++, Java, Rust)
- Background in biomedical, agricultural, or environmental research
LOCALE
Adelaide, South Australia
COMPENSATION
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with salary packaging up to $15,900 through Maxxia
- Flexible work arrangements to support work life balance
- Exposure to diverse research fields and technologies
- Career development support, including training, publishing, and grant opportunities
- A collaborative, values-driven work environment
- A chance to contribute to real-world impact through genomics research
Our Culture and Values:
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values and our institute is dedicated to grow a culture that pursues, enables and demands research excellence. We are proud of the work we do and work hard as a team to make a positive difference to the community. Our values of excellence, innovation, courage, integrity and teamwork are what help us achieve our goals.
If these are also your values and goals, apply today.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are passionate about advancing genomics research and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sen Wang, SA Genomics Centre Manager at Sen.Wang[at]sahmri.com
Please visit the SAHMRI website for a copy of the position description at https://sahmri.org.au/careers-and-study/working-at-sahmri/vacancies
DEADLINE
Applications close Sunday 22nd June 2025.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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May 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT (USA)
Register for Creative Biolabs' Webinar: https://www.creativebiolabs.net/generation-of-a-dual-function-multi-engager-antibody-for-simultaneous-targeting-nk-cells-and-tumor-cells.htm
The relentless pursuit of innovative cancer immunotherapies has unveiled natural killer (NK) cells as formidable agents in the fight against malignancies. While these innate immune cells possess inherent tumor-killing capabilities, their full potential remains constrained by regulatory mechanisms and tumor evasion strategies. At the forefront of this research stands ADAM17, a membrane-associated protease that functions as both a negative regulatory checkpoint in NK cells and a tumor-associated antigen overexpressed in various malignancies. Creative Biolabs is honored to invite Dr. Bruce Walcheck to introduce the Targeted ADAM17 Blocker and Killer (TABK), an ingenious multi-engager antibody complex that simultaneously enhances NK cell proliferation while directing these empowered immune cells to engage and eliminate ADAM17-expressing tumor cells. Join us to explore how this innovative approach leverages ADAM17's unique dual role to create a potent immunotherapeutic strategy with promising implications for cancer treatment.
During this webinar, we will discuss the following key points:
- NK cell-mediated natural cytotoxicity and antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC)
- Utilizing NK cells to kill cancer cells
- ADAM17, a membrane-associated protease expressed by NK cells
- ADAM17 functions as a negative regulatory checkpoint in NK cells and is a tumor-associated antigen
- ADAM17 inhibition by the mAb Medi-1 enhances NK cells activation and proliferation
- Development of the multi-engager antibody complex Targeted ADAM17 Blocker and Killer (TABK)
- TABK selectively blocks ADAM17 in NK cells and synergizes with IL-15 stimulation to enhance NK cell activation and proliferation
- TABK engages ADAM17 overexpressed by various malignancies, linking NK cells to tumor cells to mediate their killing
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To further support the research and higher education of young and ambitious talent in the biomedical and scientific fields, Creative BioMart is proud to announce the 2025 Scholarship Program, which will award $1,000 to an outstanding college student.
Thanks for your interest in the 2025 Creative BioMart Scholarship Program!
REQUIREMENTS
The Creative BioMart scholarship is open on a global basis. To be eligible to receive a scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:
- Enrolled as an undergraduate, graduate or Ph.D. student at an accredited college, university or research Institute.
- Major in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or a related major.
- Can provide proof of a good average grade with at least a B (GPA 3.0/4.0).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The Creative BioMart selection committee will review each application fairly and carefully according to the following criteria:
- Academic Ability: In addition to grade point average, your project, Bachelor's/Master's thesis, internship experience, or detailed learning plan will be considered.
- Leadership Skills: The ability to organize and positively influence others inside and outside of school.
- Social Concerns: Purposeful and meaningful participation in volunteer activities, community service or other public service activities.
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