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Subject: Faculty position in Mammalian Gene Editing available
at Texas A&M University
Date: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 18:38:28 -0600
Applications for this position are still being accepted.
Instructions for application submission are described below. Contact Dr.
Fuller Bazer ( amy.carwileag.tamu.edu ) for more information.
Assistant Professor of Precision Mammalian Gene Editing
Department of Animal Science
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Texas A&M University
POSITION: The Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences at Texas A&M University invites applications for a full-time
Assistant Professor with an emphasis in mammalian gene editing. This is a
9-month, tenure-track position with research (65%), teaching (25%), and
service (10%) responsibilities.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and lead an independent,
extramurally-funded, internationally-recognized research program in the field
of mammalian genomics and gene editing that will contribute to advances in
human and animal health, as well as improvements in production traits, and
resistance to diseases and parasites in livestock. The successful candidate
will enhance a multidisciplinary faculty to lead the nation into this
transformational era of livestock production. The strategic hiring of a
specialist in mammalian gene editing will complement and extend current
research initiatives and strengthen an already strong faculty in the
Department of Animal Science. This position will meet a critical need for the
Department of Animal Science regarding five Areas of Excellence: 1) Cattle
Adapted to Tropical and Subtropical Environments; 2) Pregnancy and
Developmental Programming; 3) Quantifiable Animal Performance; 4) Student and
Stakeholder Engagement; and 5) Safety, Quality, and Nutrition of Food
Products. Emphasis will be placed on developing and implementing technologies
for genome editing in ruminant species (both large and small) to ensure that
Texas A&M University maintains its global leadership in solutions for
improvement of ruminant production systems through significant contributions
that leverage the Department’s Reproduction and Biotechnology Center approved
by the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents and in the design phase
of construction. The successful candidate will develop a teaching program
that may include a graduate course in gene editing and contributions to
undergraduate education. Investigators who utilize domestic livestock species
and/or laboratory animals as research models for mammalian health and animal
production are encouraged to apply.
RESOURCES: Texas A&M University is a public, land-grant institution with many
high-quality academic units conducting research with small and large animal
models. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary,
startup package and laboratory space with shared equipment, and access to
animal facilities and core laboratories operated by the Department of Animal
Science, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, the College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences, and the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. The
candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with a broad range of Texas
A&M University System researchers who participate in several
interdisciplinary programs, including the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program
in Genetics, Interdisciplinary Faculty of Reproductive Biology, Texas A&M
Institute of Neuroscience, Texas A&M Institute of Genome Sciences and
Society, Global One Health Initiative, and individuals within the Department
of Animal Science, the School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,
and the School of Medicine. Additionally, Texas A&M University has a growing
genome editing research community, including the Texas A&M Institute for
Genomic Medicine and Crop Genome Editing Laboratory.
REQUIREMENTS: A Ph.D. in Animal Science, Genomics/Genetics, or related field
with emphasis on mammalian gene editing is required. Evidence of past
experiences with ruminants and/or other livestock species and postdoctoral
experience is preferred. Evidence of outstanding research potential is
required for consideration for appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. A
demonstrated ability or potential to maintain a strong graduate program is
required.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should submit the following: 1) a letter of
interest; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching; 4) a statement
of research plans; and 5) contact information for three individuals who can
provide a critical evaluation of the applicant’s qualifications for the
position.
Applications will only be accepted through Interfolio at:
http://apply.interfolio.com/118311
Review of applications will begin January 15, 2023 and continuing until the
position is filled. For questions, email enquiries to: Dr. Fuller W. Bazer,
Search Committee Chair, Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University,
College Station, TX 77843-2471, via Ms. Amy Carwile, e-mail:
(amy.carwileag.tamu.edu).
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environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a
culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.
Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our
mission and living our core values.
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