Job Details

Assistant Professor in the Tenure Track

Position Number: 9793793
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Medicine - Medical Researcher

Assistant Professor in the Tenure Track

Details

The Department of Human Genetics at the University of Utah is continuing a multi-year recruiting initiative for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor. We invite applications from creative and collaborative scientists who bring innovative questions, approaches, and technologies to genetics and genomics. We are particularly interested in researchers developing or applying cutting-edge and scalable approaches to uncover biological mechanisms and connect genetic variation to function and phenotype. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, technology development; functional genomics and variant effect research; animal, organoid and stem cell models of disease; single-cell and spatial genomics; mechanisms of complex disease; and emerging computational and AI-enabled approaches. We especially value candidates whose work bridges disciplines and complements or connects existing strengths across the department. Researchers pursuing bold and conceptually novel questions in any area of genetics, using human systems, model organisms, or other experimental systems, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Department of Human Genetics is a vibrant and growing research community. We value mentorship and are committed to fostering a collaborative and nurturing community of scientists. Demonstration of a commitment to these values will be important in the selection process.

Individuals must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. or equivalent degrees. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in research with strong potential for securing and sustaining independent extramural funding. Our department and institution offer excellent facilities and resources. Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary, generous startup package, active faculty mentoring, and a research environment that fosters growth and excellence.

For full consideration, applications should be received by October 16th, 2026. Only electronic applications will be accepted, and applications are required to include:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Research Statement
Teaching Statement
Mentoring and Community Statement
Contact details for Recommendations

Applicants selected for in-person interviews will be invited to one of two symposia taking place on either Jan 11-12, 2027 or Jan 21-22, 2027. Please mark your calendars accordingly.

For questions, please contact Nels Elde nelde@genetics.utah.edu

Quicklink for Posting | https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/208129

Values and Culture
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Department: 00246 - Human Genetics
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Tenure Track
Close Date: 01/11/2027
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN04107F

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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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