Inside Higher Ed · 6 hours ago
Instructor/Assistant Professor - RNA Biology and Therapeutics, Genomics and Bioinformatics
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior LevelJohns Hopkins University is seeking a creative and collaborative scientist to join their research community focused on RNA biology and therapeutics. The successful candidate will establish and lead an independent research program, collaborate with other investigators, mentor trainees, and contribute to an inclusive research environment.
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Responsibilities
Establish and lead an independent, externally funded research program in RNA biology, RNA-based therapeutics and bioinformatics
Collaborate with investigators in the Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute, as well as other institutes and departments at JHACH and the JHUSOM
Mentor trainees (postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and/or undergraduate researchers) and contribute to the training mission of the institution
Participate in departmental and institutional service aligned with faculty rank and expectations (e.g., seminars, committee service, outreach)
Pursue or build upon externally-sponsored funding (NIH, NSF, state, foundation) and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Contribute to an inclusive, collegial research environment, in line with the institution's commitment to diversity and excellence
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics genomics, biostatistics, or a related field
Demonstrated expertise in RNA Biology, gene regulation, genomics, preferably with a track record of independent research and publications
Interest in and readiness to build partnerships with faculty in cancer biology, hematology/oncology, epigenetics/epi-transcriptomics, imaging, or related fields
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R) and statistical computing; ability to analyze large-scale datasets and use high-performance computing or cloud-based platforms will be an advantage
Excellent oral and written communication skills; a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
Preferred
Track record of (or strong potential for) external funding support (e.g., NIH/NSF or equivalent)
Experience working with single-cell genomics, epigenomics/epi-transcriptomics, RNA-seq, long-non-coding RNAs, circular RNAs, or RNA therapeutics
Prior collaborations in biomedical engineering, systems biology or translational therapeutics
Experience mentoring trainees or leading collaborative research projects
Benefits
Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.
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