Tenure Track Faculty, Rank DOQ

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

The Department of Human Genetics at the University of Utah is launching a multi-year recruiting initiative targeting multiple tenure-track positions. We seek applications for tenure-track faculty positions at any rank and value creative scientists that bring innovative techniques, perspectives and questions. We seek candidates whose research programs expand our department’s diverse strengths in disease, developmental, evolutionary, and computational genetics, and researchers bringing exciting questions and approaches from any area of genetics using any experimental system (for example, model organisms) are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Department of Human Genetics is a vibrant and growing research community. We value mentorship and are committed to fostering a collaborative and nurturing community of scientists. Demonstration of a commitment to these values will be important in the selection process.

Minimum Qualifications: Individuals must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D., or equivalent degrees at any rank. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in research with strong potential for securing and sustaining independent extramural funding. Our department and institution offer excellent facilities and resources. Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary, generous startup package, active faculty mentoring, and a research environment that fosters growth and excellence.

Application Instructions: For full consideration, applications should be received by November 15th, 2024. Only electronic applications will be accepted, and should include:

• Cover letter addressing research interests and potential fit with our department
• Curriculum vitae with an explicit section on outreach activities.
• Research Statement (3 pages) addressing overall scientific vision and goals;

Salt Lake City is a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a diverse, multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities. Located in Salt Lake City’s foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the state’s flagship research institution and emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. The university serves over 32,000 students from across the U.S. and the world with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation, and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders. Salt Lake City offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, with five national parks within hours.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information: All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

Special Instructions for Candidates: Thank you for your interest in a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Utah. Please read the following instructions carefully before preparing your application.

• Cover Letter: Please include a cover letter that briefly describes your research accomplishments, future interests and potential fit to the department.
• Research Accomplishments and Future Plans (max 3 pages): Describe your most significant prior contributions to science and your plans for an independent research program.
• Teaching Statement: Describe your commitment to education, your teaching philosophy, and the courses you might potentially teach.
• Statement on mentorship and community building (~ 500 words): Describe any mentorship and community building efforts you have engaged in, as well as plans for fostering success and overcoming barriers faced by different people in a research environment.
• Curriculum Vitae: Summarize the key features of your training and any related professional experience, including publications, teaching, mentoring, funding, outreach, presentations, and awards.
• Recommendations (3 required): Provide the names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses of three individuals who are familiar with your work.

Open Date: 09/09/2024 Close Date: Open Until Filled Requisition Number: PRN03651F Type: Faculty