DESCRIPTION

The Departments of Biology and Computer Science, College of Arts and Sciences, Loyola University Chicago (LUC), invite applications for a joint, tenure-track position beginning in August 2007. The successful candidate will join the 22-member faculty in the interdisciplinary Bioinformatics Program, which was launched in 2005 and presently hosts an NSF-funded summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants with expertise in any area of genomics (e.g. gene expression, comparative genomics, evolution), and expertise in computer algorithms and software tools for bioinformatics are welcome to apply. A doctorate is required and post-doctoral experience is preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate is expected to establish an extramurally supported research program involving undergraduate and masters of science students and to participate in the ongoing development of interdisciplinary, advanced-degree programs. Preference will be given to candidates whose research can support grant-competitive, collaborative projects with other LUC faculty. Teaching responsibilities include Genomics, Computational Biology, and other courses in the candidate's area of specialization.

HOW TO APPLY

visit http://www1.luc.edu/depts/biology/bioinfo.htm for more information