Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in chromatin regulation and/or genetic regulatory mechanisms.
The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
Posted 3/6/2025
The expected pay for this position is $11,666.67 per month.
The Department of Medical Genetics, in collaboration with the Life Sciences Institute (LSI), invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure track with a focus on chromatin regulation and/or genetic regulatory mechanisms. The Department of Medical Genetics is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in basic and clinical research for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of genetic diseases. The Life Sciences Institute (LSI), a Global Research Excellence Institute and an internationally recognized research facility, is part of the Faculty of Medicine and has broad interest in investigating the genetic basis of human development and disease.
Reporting to the Head of the UBC Department of Medical Genetics, the successful candidate will establish an independent research program using innovative approaches to study fundamental gene regulatory mechanisms or epigenetic processes, including single-cell ‘omics’ technologies, in human and/or model systems. The incumbent will be expected to compete for national and international operating grants and will participate in the teaching activities of the Department including undergraduate and graduate courses. The successful candidate will also be actively involved within the Department in training and mentoring of our undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate learners. The incumbent will also participate in LSI activities and provide service to the University and the broader academic and professional community.
The successful candidate will hold a PhD and/or MD or equivalent academic degree, with excellent communication skills and demonstrated evidence of excellence in research and a commitment to innovative teaching. The successful candidate will have demonstrated evidence of ability in teaching and scholarly activity.
An application package should include:
- a letter of application with a detailed curriculum vitae that addresses (i) scholarly, professional and creativework, (ii) teaching (including summary of academic and/ or clinical teaching), (iii) administrative service andexperience fostering collaboration across partners
- publications record;
- Research program proposal (5 pages, excluding references)
- Equity diversity and inclusion statement (1/2 page, but up to 1 page is accepted)
- Teaching and mentorship statement (1 page)
- and names and contact information of three referees
Applications should be submitted to:
Dr. J. Austin
Professor and Head
Department of Medical Genetics
C/o: Ada Tsui
Subject: MEDG LSI Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025
Email: [email protected]
Should you have any queries around this position, please contact the Department at [email protected]
Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Last Updated 03/06/2025