Wayne State University
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The Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics in the Wayne State University School of Medicine (http://genetics.wayne.edu/) is expanding its high-impact research and is seeking outstanding candidates who are pursuing fundamental and/or translational problems that would complement existing strengths represented in the Center. A particular current focus of interest is genetics and genomics, particularly human genetics. We also have research strength and interest in metabolism and inflammation, including mitochondrial biology.
This tenure-track position will most likely be filled at the assistant or associate professor level although more senior candidates can be considered. A competitive start-up package will be provided, commensurate with the candidate’s experience and achievement. Candidates will be expected to establish an extramurally funded research program that is internationally recognized and to participate in graduate and medical teaching and service. Many opportunities for scientific collaboration are available within the Center and externally in multiple areas.
Candidates holding a PhD and/or MD, or equivalent degree(s) with a strong record of research productivity are encouraged to apply. For further information and to submit your application, please visit our online application site at https://jobs.wayne.edu/ (Posting # req2171). Candidates should include a cover letter, research description (1-3 pages) and teaching philosophy along with their curriculum vitae.
Our Center has a long history of providing high quality education and pioneering research for medical students, graduate students in our MS and PhD and MD-PhD programs, and students in our Genetic Counseling program. A strength of our graduate programs is that, in addition to developing a high level of expertise in a research discipline, our students are required to develop a broad understanding in genetics and genomics technologies and computation.
Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a modern global society. Wayne State University encourages applications from women, people of color and others underrepresented in biomedicine. Wayne State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Metropolitan Detroit, with a population of four million, encompasses many outstanding residential areas, fine public and private schools for K-12 education, myriad cultural and recreational opportunities, and proximity to other outstanding institutions of higher education.
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