Virginia Commonwealth University
Assistant/Associate Professor

The Department of Biostatistics at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking applicants specializing in genomic biostatistics for a tenure track position at the level of assistant (or associate) professor. Qualifications include: Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, or related field. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in the analyses of genomic and/or proteomic data, familiarity with statistical programming environments for analyzing such data, and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Application areas of particular interest include epigenomics, cancer genomics, whole genome association studies, and analysis of signaling pathways. Techniques of particular interest include multivariate analysis, time series analysis and Bayesian methods. Primary responsibilities include teaching and advising graduate students as well as conducting independent methodological research. In addition, the successful applicant will be expected to collaborate with other VCU investigators in related fields in obtaining extramural grant support.

Virginia Commonwealth University is a large comprehensive university in Richmond Virginia, an affordable mid-sized city of considerable historic charm located two hours south of Washington DC, and an hour’s drive from the Shenandoah mountains. The medical school (formerly Medical College of Virginia) has a distinguished history, and has embarked on a major expansion of research capacity. VCU is an urban, research intensive institution with a richly diverse university community and commitment to multicultural opportunities.

Applications must include a statement of research interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references and should be directed to:
Shumei S. Sun, Ph.D., Professor and Chair,
Department of Biostatistics,
School of Medicine,
Virginia Commonwealth University,
Box 980032,
730 E. Broad Street,
Richmond, VA 23298,

telephone: 804.827.2042, email: ssun@vcu.edu.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.