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GRINNELL COLLEGE – BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT (Bioinformatics)- TENURE-TRACK POSITION (START FALL 2024).

GRINNELL COLLEGE. The Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in BIOLOGY beginning fall 2024. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Associate Professor possible. We are expanding the department and seek a biologist whose teaching and research address biological questions using computational or bioinformatics tools. The area of specialty is open, and we will consider candidates' ability to add depth or distinctiveness to our curriculum.

Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by September 28, 2023. Please visit our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu to find more details about the job and submit applications online. Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (copies are acceptable), statements describing teaching interests and a research program that can involve undergraduates, and provide email addresses for three references. Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Ben DeRidder, at BiologySearch@grinnell.edu or 641-269-4483.

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.

An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check.

 Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Associate Professor possible.

About Grinnell College

Since its founding in 1846, Grinnell has become one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges, enrolling 1,700 students from all 50 states and from as many international countries. Grinnell's rigorous academic program emphasizes excellence in education for students in the liberal arts; the college offers the B.A. degree in a range of departments across the humanities, arts, sciences, and social studies. Grinnell has a strong tradition of social responsibility and action, and self-governance and personal responsibility are key components of campus life. More information about Grinnell College is available at www.grinnell.edu.

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