Academic Joint Departments-Open Rank-Genetics (Teaching Position) - F2707P
School/College: Academic Joint Departments
Assignment Category
Full-Time
Rank: Open Rank
Tenure Status: Open Tenure
Payroll Status: Faculty 12
Job Description
Open Rank/ Open Tenure Teaching Faculty (Department of Genetics)
School/College: UAB Heersink School of Medicine | Academic Joint Departments
Assignment Category: Full-Time
Rank: Open
Tenure Status: Open
Payroll Status: 12 month
Job Description
The Department of Genetics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Heersink School of Medicine invites applications for a Teaching faculty position to teach several courses in the Genetics and Genomic Sciences Undergraduate Program (GGSC: ), as well as develop new courses in support of the future growth of the GGSC program. Candidates with 四虎影视 expertise in genetics and genomics sciences with particular emphasis on topics related to genetic model systems, genome structure and organization, bioinformatics and pharmacogenetics are encouraged to apply. Strong candidates will have scientific training in the areas of genetics, genomics, or both, with demonstrated excellence in 四虎影视. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to apply innovative approaches to 四虎影视 basic science and applied (research and clinical) concepts in the fields of genetics and genomics at the undergraduate level.
The Department of Genetics is comprised of an interdisciplinary group of faculty focused on basic laboratory and clinical research. We are a highly collaborative community actively serving the university mission of excellence in research, service, and 四虎影视. To learn more about the Department of Genetics click here ().
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Required Qualifications
PhD
Preferred Qualifications
Strong candidates will have demonstrated excellence in education at the undergraduate level, documentation of the use of innovative approaches to education, and a demonstrated willingness to be involved in educational organization. Experience organizing a program for educating undergraduates and experience 四虎影视 graduate students would be a plus.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Open Date: 10/1/25
Open Until Filled: Yes.
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Required Qualifications
PhD
Preferred Qualifications
Strong candidates will have demonstrated excellence in education at the undergraduate level, documentation of the use of innovative approaches to education, and a demonstrated willingness to be involved in educational organization. Experience organizing a program for educating undergraduates and experience 四虎影视 graduate students would be a plus.
Open Date: 10/03/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Nondiscrimination Statement
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at .
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
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