Assistant or Associate Professor in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 15, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Assistant or Associate Professor in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Requisition Number
FE04003
Working Title
Department Name
7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Type of Position
Faculty
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Tenure Track Status
Tenure Track
Required Education
PhD
Required Related Experience
Research areas of interest in bioinformatics
Required License/Registration/Certification
NA
Job Summary
The Markey Cancer Center at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an exceptional candidate for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor position with strong background in bioinformatics, such as statistical, machine learning and AI methods for immuno-oncology, single cell, spatial, and multi-omics.
This new faculty member is expected to work collaboratively with basic science, clinical, and population-based investigators at the Markey Cancer Center, to pursue independent methodological research, and to participate in education activities.
The position requires a Ph.D. degree in biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics or a related field. In addition, strong methodologic and applied expertise, excellent collaboration and communication skills, and productivity in research is required. Experience in cancer-related research is preferred, though not required.
The Markey Cancer Center has a strong commitment to professional development and mentoring. Competitive salary commensurate with level of experience and a professional environment to ensure success in building a career are available.
The Markey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center on the medical campus of the University of Kentucky. Situated on a campus with all six health profession colleges, the cancer center is located within a vibrant and expanding basic, clinical, and population research community with ample opportunities for collaboration within and across its research programs (see https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/markey-cancer-center/research for more information).
Applications should include a curriculum vita, as well as a cover letter with a description of bioinformatics research interests, teaching philosophy, and a discussion of future research plans. Applicants should provide contact information for three professional references when prompted in the application.Applications should be submitted online via the University of Kentucky website and will be reviewed by a faculty search committee as applications arrive. Job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Competitive candidates will receive an invitation to visit the University of Kentucky for an interview.
Candidate questions may be directed to: Chi Wang, PhD, Assistant Director for Bioinformatics, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Shared Resource Facility, Markey Cancer Center via email at chi.wang@uky.edu.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
strong methodologic and applied expertise in bioinformatics, excellent collaboration and communication skills, grant writing, demonstrated record of referred publications
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD in biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics or a related field with research un bioinformatics
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled
Yes
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Assistant or Associate Professor in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Requisition Number
FE04003
Working Title
Department Name
7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Type of Position
Faculty
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Tenure Track Status
Tenure Track
Required Education
PhD
Required Related Experience
Research areas of interest in bioinformatics
Required License/Registration/Certification
NA
Job Summary
The Markey Cancer Center at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an exceptional candidate for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor position with strong background in bioinformatics, such as statistical, machine learning and AI methods for immuno-oncology, single cell, spatial, and multi-omics.
This new faculty member is expected to work collaboratively with basic science, clinical, and population-based investigators at the Markey Cancer Center, to pursue independent methodological research, and to participate in education activities.
The position requires a Ph.D. degree in biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics or a related field. In addition, strong methodologic and applied expertise, excellent collaboration and communication skills, and productivity in research is required. Experience in cancer-related research is preferred, though not required.
The Markey Cancer Center has a strong commitment to professional development and mentoring. Competitive salary commensurate with level of experience and a professional environment to ensure success in building a career are available.
The Markey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center on the medical campus of the University of Kentucky. Situated on a campus with all six health profession colleges, the cancer center is located within a vibrant and expanding basic, clinical, and population research community with ample opportunities for collaboration within and across its research programs (see https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/markey-cancer-center/research for more information).
Applications should include a curriculum vita, as well as a cover letter with a description of bioinformatics research interests, teaching philosophy, and a discussion of future research plans. Applicants should provide contact information for three professional references when prompted in the application.Applications should be submitted online via the University of Kentucky website and will be reviewed by a faculty search committee as applications arrive. Job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Competitive candidates will receive an invitation to visit the University of Kentucky for an interview.
Candidate questions may be directed to: Chi Wang, PhD, Assistant Director for Bioinformatics, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Shared Resource Facility, Markey Cancer Center via email at chi.wang@uky.edu.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
strong methodologic and applied expertise in bioinformatics, excellent collaboration and communication skills, grant writing, demonstrated record of referred publications
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD in biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics or a related field with research un bioinformatics
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled
Yes
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised, other than on the UK Jobs system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- InsightintoDiversity.com
- Academic Keys
- Latinos in Higher Education
- Indeed.com
- A colleague, friend, and/or family member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the above
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
