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FACULTY POSITION IN EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY

The Department of Biology at the University of Rochester invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in evolutionary genetics and genomics. We seek applicants whose research programs use mathematical, computational, and/or quantitative approaches to address important topics in evolutionary biology.

The successful candidate is expected to establish an externally funded research program and contribute to teaching and research mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department of Biology is a collegial, multidisciplinary department which affords opportunities for intellectual interactions across diverse research disciplines, with particular strengths in genetics and evolution. The University of Rochester offers strong institutional support, including state of the art computing infrastructure, and a rich environment for interactions beyond our department, including the Goergen Institute for Data Science and the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Complete applications include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and plans (no more than three pages), a statement of teaching qualifications and interests (no more than two pages), three letters of reference, pdfs of three representative publications, and a one-page statement discussing the ways in which your experiences will shape your pursuits as a member of our faculty and help you add to the University's core values of Meliora (ever better).  Instructions for supplying the reference letters are provided on the application website. For full consideration applications should have all application materials submitted by November 1^st.  The anticipated start date of the position is July 2026.  This position is part of a new cluster of faculty positions in Mathematics, Physics, Biology, and the Brain and Cognitive Sciences supported by the Simons Foundation. 

Salary: $105,000 – $115,000

The referenced pay range represents the full base range of pay for this job. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

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