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The University of Washington School of Medicine is seeking candidates for Chair of the Department of Genome Sciences. The Chair will guide the mission and vision of the department. The goal of the department is to address leading edge questions in biology and medicine by developing and applying genetic, genomic, proteomic, and computational approaches that take advantage of genomic information now available for humans, model organisms and a host of other species. The position is full-time and tenured with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor commensurate with experience. The anticipated start date is October 1, 2023. This position has an annual service period of 12 months [July 1-June 30].

The Department of Genome Sciences is an integral part of a vigorous research community and has outstanding research and training programs, including participation in undergraduate and graduate programs. The department formed in 2001 from the union of two UW departments and integrated the strengths of both. Research within the department of Genome Sciences has the broad goal of development and application of genomics and proteomics methods for the interpretation of genomes. Faculty research falls within the general topic areas of model organism and human genomics, computational biology, and genomics and proteomics technology development.  The University of Washington consistently ranks among the top 3 recipients of NIH funding, and UW Genome Sciences was ranked at the top of its field by Academic Analytics. The National Research Council has given UW Genome Sciences its highest ranking.

University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

Salary: The base salary range for this position will be: $20,417 - $30,834 per month ($245,004 - $370,008 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Other Compensation: Other compensation associated with this position may include an administrative salary supplement for administrative service as chair.

Applicants must have a PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Genome Sciences or a related biomedical discipline. An MD (or foreign equivalent) is also acceptable. Applicants must also have demonstrated academic leadership skills and an active internationally recognized research program in Genome Sciences.

Please submit an application (including a cover letter, diversity statement, and CV) through Interfolio. The committee will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University's Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member's academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

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Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.

About University of Washington

Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.

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