Cornell University, CALS-Computational Biology

Position ID:

Cornell-CompBio-CBDC [#28311, WDR-00049035]

Position Title:

Professor and Chair - CU Department of Computational Biology

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Ithaca, New York 14853, United States of America

Subject Areas:

Computational Biology / Computational Biology
Genetics
Computational Genomics
Genomics

Appl Deadline:

2024/12/01 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2024/09/05, listed until 2025/03/05)

Position Description:

Faculty Position Available Professor and Chair Computational Biology, Cornell University

Position: Full Professor and Chair, Tenure-track

Location: Ithaca, NY. The academic home for this position is the Department of Computational Biology in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, housed on the Ithaca campus of Cornell University

The Department of Computational Biology seeks to recruit an engaging, energetic, and highly research-active individual for a professorial position and to serve as Department Chair, initially for a five-year term. We are seeking applicants for a 9-month, full-time tenure-track position at the full professor level. The department (https://compbio.cornell.edu/about/computational-biology/) is slated to grow and will occupy a new building in January 2025. The three primary research foci of the department are currently computational genomics (including population and evolutionary genomics), computational ecology, and computational neuroscience. Candidates may use a wide range of computational techniques to understand these diverse aspects of living systems. Individuals are expected to maintain a vigorous, externally funded, internationally recognized research program and to excel in undergraduate and graduate teaching programs.

Responsibilities: This position has an effort split of 60% Research, 20% Teaching, and 20% Administration.

Research (60%) – The successful candidate will develop an externally funded research program that applies advanced computational methods to better understand living systems. Biological problems that would be most at home in the department include genomics, evolutionary genomics, ecology, and neuroscience, but we also welcome applicants working on problems in other areas of biology, provided they have a strong computational component. Methods development is particularly valued. We also encourage candidates involved in translational research that pertains to human health and disease to apply.

Teaching (20%) - There is no formal teaching assignment with this position, although there is an expectation that the successful candidate will contribute to the teaching mission of the department.

Administration (20%) – This includes time for supporting junior faculty, writing annual departmental and faculty progress reviews, faculty recruitment, and participating in meetings with Deans and other department chairs. Computational Biology is a small department, so the load is not onerous.

Qualifications: A Ph.D. in computational biology, computer science, genetics/genomics, quantitative ecology, neuroscience, physics, or a related field is required, with a primary interest in understanding living systems through the development and use of computational, statistical, and/or machine learning methods. The ideal candidate will have expertise and demonstrated leadership in the field of computational biology, with experience at the full professor level.

Diversity and Inclusion: Cornell University embraces diversity and inclusion. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We will consider candidates with nonconventional career trajectories, and we strongly encourage individuals from under-represented and/or marginalized identities to apply. For more information, see https://facultydevelopment.cornell.edu/statement-of-contribution-to-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-for-faculty-applicants/

Applications and Starting Date: Anticipated starting date is July 1, 2025 or as negotiated. Qualified applicants should submit 1) a cover letter briefly summarizing their background, qualifications, and interest in the position, 2) a Curriculum Vitae, 3) a research statement outlining experience, interests, and goals, 4) a teaching statement outlining experience, interests, and goals, 5) a statement supporting diverse communities (this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service. mentoring, extension, and/or outreach, the candidate has contributed and will contribute to supporting Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study,” 6) copies of four relevant publications, and 7) names and contact information for three references, that will only be used with permission from finalists. Materials should be submitted online to: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28311.

Applications received by December 1, 2024 will be given full consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Inquiries may be directed to: Dr. Andrew Clark Department of Computational Biology Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14453 Email: ac347@cornell.edu

CALS hiring range for position: Professor: $160,000 - $225,000

Cornell University offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Support for start-up costs will be available. Salary is commensurate with experience.

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

Cornell University seeks to meet the needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches including positions available in higher education in the upstate New York area.

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League and Land-grant university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

Cornell’s regional and global presence includes state-wide Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and offices in all counties and boroughs, global partnerships with institutions and communities engaged in life-changing research and education, the medical college’s campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, and the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

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Employment Assistance:

For specific questions about the position or application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or for general questions email mycareer@cornell.edu.

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EEO Statement:

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff from all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
Unique applicable skills.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
Teaching statement
Statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Four copies of relevant publications
Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses )

And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:

https://cals.cornell.edu/computational-biology

607-255-5488

Department of Computational Biology
Cornell University
237 Tower Road
102 Weill Hall
Ithaca, NY 14453