The Center for Bioinformatics (www.bioinformatics.ku.edu) and the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (http://www.eecs.ku.edu) at The University of Kansas invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position expected to begin August 18, 2008. The Bioinformatics initiative is part of a major expansion in Life Sciences and complements existing strengths in information technology, structural biology, computational chemistry, biophysics, proteomics, developmental and molecular genetics, and drug design. Duties: to establish and maintain an externally-funded research program, to participate in teaching, and to provide service. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in a discipline related to Bioinformatics or Computer Science expected by start date of appointment; potential for excellence in research in Bioinformatics; and commitment to teaching bioinformatics and computer science courses; strong record of research accomplishments in at least one of the following areas: biomolecular networks modeling, bioinformatics databases, and computational modeling of biomolecular systems. For the full position announcement, refer to: http://www2.ku.edu/~clas/employment/FY09_Index.htm and click the Bioinformatics/Proteomics download button. E-mail application as a single file, including CV, letter of application, statement of past and future research and teaching interests and philosophy to: asawyer@ku.edu. Have at least three letters of reference sent separately to: Dr. Robert F. Weaver, Professor and Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, c/o Anne Sawyer, The University of Kansas, 1450 Jayhawk Blvd, 200 Strong Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045-7535. Initial review of applications begins January 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. EO/AA Employer.
