Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Associate Professor - Department of Cellular, Molecular, and Genetic Medicine (F
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Associate Professor - Department of Cellular, Molecular, and Genetic Medicine (F79090)
Benefits:
All full-time university employees are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
Unit:
School of Medicine
Department:
Cellular and Genetic Medicine
Mission:
Our faculty, trainees and students tackle some of the most pressing challenges in biomedical science, from the molecular and genetic roots of disease to the complexities of whole‑body physiology. Our foundational studies are driving the frontiers of scientific discovery, pushing the boundaries of what we understand about biology, disease and the human body. Our work is generating new knowledge, influencing the direction of biological science, and redefining what is possible in biomedical research. We are deeply committed to empowering the next generation of scientists and leaders and our rigorous training programs offer students a transformative education that drives innovation today and creates lasting impact for tomorrow.
Chief Purpose of this Position:
The Department of Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine is seeking a Term Teaching & Research mid‑career faculty member at the rank of Associate Professor. We are looking for a candidate with expertise in quantitative genetics and bioinformatics to grow a research program, contribute significantly to our teaching mission, and collaborate with faculty across the university.
Position Responsibilities
Research: Develop a robust and externally funded research program. You will be expected to produce high‑impact publications and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to enhance the department's research portfolio.
Teaching: Contribute significantly to didactic and lab courses. Responsibilities include serving as a course director, shaping program curriculum, and mentoring graduate students and post‑docs.
Service: Participate in departmental, college, and university committees. You will also serve the broader scientific community in a professional capacity, such as a journal reviewer or conference organizer.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
A PhD or equivalent degree with training in statistical, behavioral, or computational genetics/genomics.
A clear and compelling research agenda with a strong history of external funding. Your research should complement and expand existing expertise within the department.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
Statistical Genetics: Experience with molecular genetics/genomics/epigenomics, population genetics, bioinformatics, multi‑ancestry genomics, genetic variant curation, and statistical methods development. Experience with emerging technologies like single‑cell sequencing and chromatin conformation is also preferred.
Classical Genetics: Proficiency in twin and family modeling within a structural equation modeling (SEM) framework (e.g., OpenMx). Experience with multivariate modeling, longitudinal/developmental modeling, and working with both continuous and ordinal data is highly valued.
Computational Genetics: Skills in clinical informatics, genomic data science, multi‑omic analyses, biostatistical methods, machine learning, and AI. The ability to develop reproducible pipelines using high‑performance computing and coding in Python, R, or other computational languages is a plus.
Teaching: Significant experience teaching graduate level courses, demonstrative innovative in course/lecture design, and evidence of substantial contributions training graduate and/or post‑doc students.
Salary Range:
Commensurate
FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt
Restricted Position:
Yes
ORP Eligible:
Yes
Flexible Work Arrangement:
Other
Rank:
Associate Professor
Tenure:
Ineligible
Months:
12 months
Contact Email:
SOMHR@vcuhealth.org
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All full-time university employees are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
Unit:
School of Medicine
Department:
Cellular and Genetic Medicine
Mission:
Our faculty, trainees and students tackle some of the most pressing challenges in biomedical science, from the molecular and genetic roots of disease to the complexities of whole‑body physiology. Our foundational studies are driving the frontiers of scientific discovery, pushing the boundaries of what we understand about biology, disease and the human body. Our work is generating new knowledge, influencing the direction of biological science, and redefining what is possible in biomedical research. We are deeply committed to empowering the next generation of scientists and leaders and our rigorous training programs offer students a transformative education that drives innovation today and creates lasting impact for tomorrow.
Chief Purpose of this Position:
The Department of Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine is seeking a Term Teaching & Research mid‑career faculty member at the rank of Associate Professor. We are looking for a candidate with expertise in quantitative genetics and bioinformatics to grow a research program, contribute significantly to our teaching mission, and collaborate with faculty across the university.
Position Responsibilities
Research: Develop a robust and externally funded research program. You will be expected to produce high‑impact publications and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to enhance the department's research portfolio.
Teaching: Contribute significantly to didactic and lab courses. Responsibilities include serving as a course director, shaping program curriculum, and mentoring graduate students and post‑docs.
Service: Participate in departmental, college, and university committees. You will also serve the broader scientific community in a professional capacity, such as a journal reviewer or conference organizer.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
A PhD or equivalent degree with training in statistical, behavioral, or computational genetics/genomics.
A clear and compelling research agenda with a strong history of external funding. Your research should complement and expand existing expertise within the department.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
Statistical Genetics: Experience with molecular genetics/genomics/epigenomics, population genetics, bioinformatics, multi‑ancestry genomics, genetic variant curation, and statistical methods development. Experience with emerging technologies like single‑cell sequencing and chromatin conformation is also preferred.
Classical Genetics: Proficiency in twin and family modeling within a structural equation modeling (SEM) framework (e.g., OpenMx). Experience with multivariate modeling, longitudinal/developmental modeling, and working with both continuous and ordinal data is highly valued.
Computational Genetics: Skills in clinical informatics, genomic data science, multi‑omic analyses, biostatistical methods, machine learning, and AI. The ability to develop reproducible pipelines using high‑performance computing and coding in Python, R, or other computational languages is a plus.
Teaching: Significant experience teaching graduate level courses, demonstrative innovative in course/lecture design, and evidence of substantial contributions training graduate and/or post‑doc students.
Salary Range:
Commensurate
FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt
Restricted Position:
Yes
ORP Eligible:
Yes
Flexible Work Arrangement:
Other
Rank:
Associate Professor
Tenure:
Ineligible
Months:
12 months
Contact Email:
SOMHR@vcuhealth.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr