Arthropod Computational Biology: Assistant Professor

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park’s Department of Entomology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Integrative Computational Biology with a focus on arthropods. The successful candidate will apply AI, ML, and data science to address questions in aquatic ecosystems, disease vectors, behavior, biodiversity, and related fields.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in biological sciences or bioinformatics by appointment, demonstrate research excellence, and contribute to

Qualifications

• PhD by time of appointment in biological sciences or bioinformatics.
• Evidence of research excellence and promise for teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to build an independent, nationally recognized research program.

Responsibilities

• Build a nationally and internationally recognized research program.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring.
• Engage in departmental, college, university, and professional service.

Skills

Computational biology

AI/ML

Data science

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in biological sciences or bioinformatics

Job description

The University of Maryland, College Park’s Department of Entomology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Integrative Computational Biology with a focus on arthropods. The successful candidate will apply AI, ML, and data science to address questions in aquatic ecosystems, disease vectors, behavior, biodiversity, and related fields.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in biological sciences or bioinformatics by appointment, demonstrate research excellence, and contribute to