BACKGROUND

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in the Faculty of Medicine and the Department of Computer Science in the Faculty of Science of the University of Calgary jointly invite applications for a Bioinformatician.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop an independent research program within a dynamic, collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will develop a vigorous and externally funded research program in computational biology or related aspects of bioinformatics. All applicants are expected to have publications and research experience with strong components of biological/biomedical science and computing with an emphasis on analysis, development or application of computational tools or approaches for expanding the use of biological, medical, or health data, including those to acquire, store, organize, archive, analyze, or visualize such data. Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration is an important asset.

REQUIREMENTS

Ph.D., at least two years of post-doctoral experience and a proven record of research excellence in bioinformatics.

PREFERENCES

Emphasis will be placed on quality research and effective teaching as well as on the ability to participate in collaborative and interdisciplinary activities.

TERMS

Full-time Assistant or Associate Professor. Duties include teaching in the bioinformatics degree program of the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) program as well as undergraduate and graduate student supervision.

LOCALE

Calgary, Alberta, Canada’s fastest growing major city, is vibrant and multicultural with population 1,000,000, situated near the Rocky Mountains, Banff National Park and Lake Louise.

COMPENSATION

Based on rank and experience

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit curriculum vitae, a summary of research interests and reprints of the five most relevant publications and arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to:
Dr. Leon Browder
Head of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary
3330 Hospital Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 4N1

DEADLINE

March 31, 2007