Assistant Professor - SOM Institute For Genome Sciences

JOB DESCRIPTION

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor jointly appointed between the Institute for Genome Sciences (IGS) and the Greenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC).

About the Institute for Genome Sciences

IGS (www.igs.umaryland.edu) is a transdisciplinary research institute committed to high-impact science that advances global human health. With a collaborative faculty of over 30 investigators, IGS fosters a highly integrative research environment with expertise spanning the quantitative and data sciences, systems biology, human genomics, and microbial genomics. Faculty at IGS have access to state-of-the-art genomics resources, including PacBio, Illumina, and Oxford Nanopore sequencing platforms, as well as single-cell and spatial transcriptomics through Maryland Genomics, our high-throughput core laboratory. Faculty also benefit from advanced computational infrastructure for high-throughput genomics datasets and data infrastructure supporting numerous genomics consortia. The candidate will be encouraged to build a research program collaborating with translational and basic cancer researchers in the Greenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and develop close partnerships with the University of Maryland College Park and the newly formed Institute for Health Computing (www.ihc.umaryland.edu), enhancing opportunities for cross-disciplinary clinical research with the University of Maryland Medical Center.

About the Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center

The University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center within the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, the flagship academic hospital of the University of Maryland Medical System. It offers a multidisciplinary approach to treating all types of cancer and has an active clinical and basic science research program through its relationship with the University of Maryland School of Medicine. The center is ranked among the top 50 cancer programs in the country by US News & World Report.

The salary range for this position is $143,862 to $177,330 which represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible   for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity,   market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package (https://www.umaryland.edu/hrs/benefits/) that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Applicants are expected to participate in a transdisciplinary genomics and computational oncology research program. IGS will provide hybrid wet and dry laboratory space as needed. Applicants should possess demonstrated expertise in developing and applying multi-omics approaches for basic and translational cancer research. We especially encourage applicants with research programs focused on tumor evolution, subclone and mutational analysis, chromatin structure, antigen prediction, immune repertoire sequencing, or other related areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in genomics, systems biology, biology, computational biology, bioinformatics, bioengineering, or a related discipline, with a strong background in analyzing and integrating tumor biology and clinical data streams. Candidates should demonstrate the potential to establish a funded research program and have a strong track record of collaborations with clinical and basic scientists. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in mentoring and teaching and contribute to the service missions of IGS and UMGCCC as well as the broader UMSOM. Primary reporting and research time will be at IGS, with translational oncology research opportunities in UMGCCC. We welcome applicants with research experience in academia, industry, or government who can bring all perspectives and expertise to our team.

UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online request or contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of your research program, and contact information for three references to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

ABOUT US

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public health, law, and human services university. Six professional schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the majority of health care, human services, and law professional degrees in Maryland each year.

Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education, research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request (https://umbforms.wufoo.com/forms/umb-job-applicant-accommodation-request/) . You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination (https://www.umaryland.edu/policies-and-procedures/library/administration/policies/vi-100c.php) for more information.

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package (https://www.umaryland.edu/media/umb/hr/new-employees/pdfs/summaryofbenefits-05.09.23-final.pdf)

ABOUT THE TEAM

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) was chartered in 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States. It continues today as one of the fastest growing, top-tier biomedical research enterprises in the world. SOM is dedicated to providing excellence in biomedical education, basic and clinical research, quality patient care and service to improve the health of the citizens of Maryland and beyond.

Job Identification: 180

Job Category: Faculty

Job Schedule: Full time

Expected Salary $143,862

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