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| Academic/Administrative Unit: School of Medicine |
| Department: Human and Molecular Genetics | Date Posted: 10/26/2009 |
| Rank: Assistant Professor | Hire Date: 1/4/2010 |
| Title: Assistant Professor Position Number: F3120 |
| Deadline: 11/30/09 | Type of Search: National |
| Description: Applications are invited for the tenure-eligible position of assistant professor in the Department of Human and Molecular Genetics with focus on the genetics of complex human traits in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment. |
| Qualifications: Candidates should have the PhD in genetics or a related discipline applying statistical methods to the genetic analysis of human differences and at least three years post-doctoral career development. The successful candidate will display a record of peer-reviewed publication, significant experience in graduate teaching and ability to secure external funding. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Substantive areas of interest may include: behavior and behavioral disorders; incorporation of biomarkers and environmental covariates in models for complex disease outcomes; pregnancy and reproduction; development and aging; models and methods for the analysis of genetic and non-genetic inheritance; mate selection; cross cultural genetic studies. |
| Application Process: Applications including a CV, a research plan and contact information for three (3) references, preferably as a single PDF file, should be sent via e-mail at hmgvimm@vcu.edu addressed to Dr. Lindon Eaves, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Human and Molecular Genetics, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA. Application deadline is November 30, 2009.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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For Additional Information: Linda Downes-Piazza Phone:(804)628-5169 Fax:(804)827-1124 Web:www.gen.vcu.edu
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