The Department of Human Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health seeks applicants for a tenure-stream faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor or tenured Associate Professor to contribute to the research and teaching missions of the department and the school. We welcome outstanding applicants from all molecular genetics/genomics fields to reinforce or expand the department’s strengths in cellular, molecular and developmental genetics/genomics. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vibrant independent and/or collaborative research program, attract and mentor graduate students, and participate in graduate teaching.

Qualifications:

Candidates must possess a doctoral-level degree in Genetics, Molecular Biology or a relevant field with substantial interest and record in wet lab-based and experimental genetics/genomics research. Investigators conducting mechanistic and therapeutic studies using cellular, iPSC, organoid or animal models of human inherited monogenic and complex disease are encouraged to apply, as are researchers who employ or develop CRISPR/Cas9 and high-throughput functional analysis of genetic variants.

Candidates must demonstrate effective communication skills, the ability to perform self-directed research, and outstanding collaborative skills with enthusiasm for genomic science. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a record of obtaining extramural funding, experience developing or working in interdisciplinary research teams, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring.

Requirements for appointment at the Assistant Professor level include a track record of peer-reviewed publications and potential to develop and lead a research program that will generate peer reviewed extramural funding. Requirements for appointment at the Associate Professor level include (1) significant contributions to or leadership of peer-reviewed publications, (2) an established record of sustained extramural research funding support as principal investigator or co-investigator, (3) regional or national recognition of research accomplishments, and (4) demonstrated professional service such as in national organizations, editorial boards, or grant review committees.

Environment:

The department was established in 1989 as the first Department of Human Genetics to be housed in a School of Public Health. This setting places the department at the rich intersection of promoting population health and identifying determinants and mechanisms of health from molecular processes to societal implementations. It also affords the department close ties to and ample opportunities to collaborate with researchers from the other University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences (notably Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing) and UPMC research centers and institutes. The department faculty is a collegial community of 22 researchers and scholars with interests in genetic epidemiology, statistical genetics, genetic counseling, molecular genetics, developmental biology, bioethics, and public health genetics. The department offers master’s degree programs in Genetic Counseling, Public Health Genetics, Genome Bioinformatics, and Human Genetics, and a doctoral program in Human Genetics, and currently has approximately 90 master’s students and 50 doctoral students. The School of Public Health is located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s healthcare district and is close to the other schools of the health sciences. The school has approximately 700 graduate students, 300 undergraduate students, 200 full-time faculty members, and more than 300 staff members, and offers a bachelor’s degree program in Public Health as well as numerous graduate and professional degrees. The University of Pittsburgh is currently ranked # 6 in in overall NIH funding.

Application Process:

Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Please apply through requisition #24008244 through join.pitt.edu.

The following documents are required and should be uploaded to your profile as part of your application:

1. curriculum vitae

2. cover letter

3. statement of current and future research

4. a DEI statement describing commitment and impact of professional activities in support of social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion

5. statement of teaching interests and philosophy

6. list names and contact information for three referees (Please note:  Reference letters will be solicited from candidates selected for the next round. For an appointment at the Associate Professor level, additional letters will be requested from referees identified independently from those provided by the candidate.)

This position may be bargaining unit eligible.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

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