Position: Assistant professor in Biomedical Sciences

The University of Akron Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure track position in the area of BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin August 28, 2006. Applicants with research and teaching experience in functional genomics, physiology, or virology are encouraged to apply. We are especially interested in applicants who will contribute to our program in Integrative Biosciences. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree, and post-doctoral experience is preferred. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, advise graduate students and contribute to the undergraduate and graduate biology curricula. The University of Akron is one of the largest state universities in Ohio with over 24,000 students. For further information visit the department’s website at http://www.uakron.edu/biology/. Review of applications will begin December 9, 2005. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, a summary of teaching interests, a research statement, copies of recent publications, and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Biomedical Search Committee, Department of Biology, Akron, OH 44325-3908. The University of Akron is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and the disabled are encouraged to apply.