BACKGROUND

Preferred applicants would have a Ph.D. and a background in bioinformatics or genomics; experienced individuals with an M.S. or equivalent degree will also be considered. Although all well-qualified candidates will be considered, preference will be given to individuals with experience in the analysis of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) data sets and with strong computer programming skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

West Virginia State University (WVSU) and the West Virginia IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (WV-INBRE) are seeking candidates for a new bioinformatics faculty position. This is a collaborative position between the WVSU and WV-INBRE. This new faculty member will be responsible for development and teaching of bioinformatics components of undergraduate and graduate courses, managing the WVSU high performance computer, collaborating with the Bioinformatics Core and Genomics Cores, and facilitating access to Bioinformatics Core computational resources, along with other duties normally assigned to full-time faculty at WVSU. The successful candidate will be expected to advise WV-INBRE and WVSU clients in the design of NGS projects, analyze NGS data sets, and assist in the development of data analysis pipelines. Startup funds are available for the acquisition of bioinformatic software, supplies and equipment for the new hire.

REQUIREMENTS

Preferred applicants would have a Ph.D. and a background in bioinformatics or genomics; experienced individuals with an M.S. or equivalent degree will also be considered. Although all well-qualified candidates will be considered, preference will be given to individuals with experience in the analysis of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) data sets and with strong computer programming skills. Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information as part of a multidisciplinary team, are required.

PREFERENCES

Application packets should include curriculum vitae, a listing of graduate course work, a summary of past experience, and a list of three references with full contact information.

LOCALE

West Virginia State University, Institute, West Virginia

COMPENSATION

$60,000.00

HOW TO APPLY

Please send cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and recent letters of recommendation from three professional references with contact information to:

Brunetta Gamble-Dillard, Director of Business and Finance
West Virginia State University Research and Development Corporation
POB 1000, 204 ACEOP Administration Building
Institute, WV 25112

Preferred: Information accepted as e-mailed in Word or PDF format to rdemployment[at]wvstateu.edu

DEADLINE

Position is open until filled.

POLICY

WV State University Research and Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin or disabilities.