Tenure-Track Computational Biologist (Bio & AI)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in computational biology in Cambridge, MA. The appointment is shared between the Department of Biology and the Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC), with a possible home in EECS or IDSS depending on fit.

The successful candidate will lead an independent research program, teach across Biology and SCC, supervise trainees, and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD required by start of employment.
• Background in computational methods addressing molecular, cellular, or organismal biology.
• Strong emphasis on innovative computational, ML or generative AI approaches in discovery research.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and SCC education programs, focusing on computational and ML approaches to biology.
• Supervise graduate and undergraduate research and mentor trainees from diverse backgrounds.
• Develop and lead an independent, vibrant research program with collaboration across Biology and SCC.

Skills

Computational methods

Machine learning

Generative AI

Education

MD or PhD in biology/computational biology/systems biology/biomedical informatics/computer science

Job description

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in computational biology in Cambridge, MA. The appointment is shared between the Department of Biology and the Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC), with a possible home in EECS or IDSS depending on fit.

The successful candidate will lead an independent research program, teach across Biology and SCC, supervise trainees, and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative culture.