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Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (115739,115740 )
Closing Date: open until filled
Department: Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics
Starting Salary: commensurate
Duties: The University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship campus of the University System of Maryland and one of the most rapidly advancing public research universities in the country. The Department offers outstanding new research facilities and a highly interactive environment, with extensive opportunities to interact with scientists affiliated with other Departments, Centers and Institutes at the University of Maryland, including the Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, the Maryland Pathogen Research Institute, the Maryland NanoCenter, and the Center for Biomolecular Structure and Organization. Additionally, close proximity to Washington DC, Baltimore, and the Maryland Biotechnology Corridor facilitates interactions with an extraordinary range of major research institutions, including the NIH, NIST, USDA, the Smithsonian Institution, and FDA. The Department of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Maryland, College Park is seeking junior and mid-career faculty with the demonstrated ability to develop high impact research programs in Cell Biology and/or Microbial Pathogenesis. In Cell Biology, areas of interest include membrane traffic, signal transduction, and the regulation of gene expression, with emphasis on approaches that involve mammalian systems, genetics of model organisms, bioinformatics, functional genomics, and high-resolution microscopy. In Microbial Pathogenesis, areas of interest include viral, bacterial and protozoan pathogens, their interactions with host plants or animals, and strategies for detection, prevention, and treatment of disease. These appointments will be part of an ongoing campus drive for enhancement in the life sciences. Additional information about the department can be found at: http://www.life.umd.edu/CBMG.
Qualifications: Successful candidates will be expected to maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program and to participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Applicants must have a doctorate degree, relevant postdoctoral experience, an outstanding publication record and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
To Apply: Applicants should apply electronically by emailing a single PDF file containing (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of research and teaching interests, and (4) the names and addresses of at least four references to Dr. Jonathan Dinman, Search Committee Chair, at mbarott@umd.edu. For best consideration, applications should be received by December 21, 2009, but will be accepted until positions are filled. The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
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