University of Maryland, Eastern Shore Looking for Assistant Professor of Biology – Genetics Full Time

The Department of Natural Sciences (DNS) at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks applications for a tenure-track
assistant professor of biology in the area of genetics/genomics. DNS houses the biology, chemistry, biochemistry, and environmental science
undergraduate programs and graduate programs in Chemistry, Marine-Estuarine and Environmental Sciences (MEES), and Toxicology. We seek
candidates whose expertise and work bridge these programs and who demonstrate experience in genetics and genomics that may include genetic
mechanisms, epigenetics, transcription and gene regulatory networks, coding and noncoding mechanisms of action and function, developmental
genetics and signaling, and genome-environment interactions. Candidates using animal models such as zebrafish and fruit flies are encouraged
to apply.

Candidates should have the capacity to teach a diverse student population and prepare students broadly for futures in
graduate and professional schools. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate genome science, genes and development, principles of
genetics, graduate/ professional level molecular genetics, and/or courses in the candidate’s area of interest and expertise.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in genetics, biology, or related field, accomplishment in publishing, and experience teaching or
mentoring undergraduates. Candidates will develop an extramurally funded research program, mentor undergraduate students through their
capstone research experiences, train graduate students in the Toxicology graduate program, and contribute to departmental and program
self-governance.

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae including publication list; (3) a statement of
teaching philosophy, approach, and experience; (4) a statement that describes the applicant’s prior and current research and their
vision and plans for future research; (5) a statement that describes the applicant’s commitment to and experience in promoting
diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (6) the names and contact information for three current, professional references. Qualified applicants
should apply via the UMES HR website https://umes.peopleadmin.com/. Process questions may be referred to [email protected]; position questions to Dr. Jonathan Cumming: Professor and Chair, Department of Natural Sciences, Email: [email protected], Telephone: 410-651-6014.