From listmaster animalgenome.org Fri Nov 21 17:54:45 2025
From: "Ian Butts" <iab0007auburn.edu>
To: Members of AnGenMap <angenmapanimalgenome.org>
Subject: Assistant/Associate Professor position in Aquatic Genomics
(Auburn)
Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:54:45 -0600
The School of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (SFAAS) in the
College of Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking applications for the
position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Aquatic Genomics. This
position will be a nine-month, tenure-track position with 80% research and
20% teaching appointment. The projected start date is August 2026.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to establish a
dynamic, innovative, and externally funded research program in Aquatic
Genomics. The research program should primarily focus on the functional
genomics of aquatic species, supporting both the land-grant mission and the
mission of SFAAS. Candidates conducting research in related areas within
aquatic systems, including Aquaculture Genomics; Fisheries Genomics;
Comparative Genomics; Metagenomics and Microbiome Genomics;
Transcriptomics, Proteomics, and Metabolomics; Epigenomics; Bioinformatics,
Big Data and Systems Genomics; and Environmental and Ecological Genomics
are also encouraged to apply. Candidates developing novel statistical,
machine learning, or artificial intelligence approaches and applying such
methods to aquatic genomic data are likewise encouraged to apply. Previous
experience working with aquatic species is preferred; however, applicants
with experience in other animal, plant, and microbial systems will also be
considered, provided their future research program focuses on aquatic
organisms. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate
effectively with SFAAS faculty as well as colleagues across the university.
They will also be responsible for teaching course(s) related to the
application of genomics to the fields of aquaculture, fisheries, and other
aquatic sciences. The successful candidate is expected to be involved in
SFAAS, college, and university committee service.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in genomics or related life-sciences
field at the time employment begins. Must exhibit a publication record in
genomics research and a record or the potential to attract extramural
funding. The selected individual is required to work effectively with
colleagues across disciplines and to develop collaborative research
programs. The selected individual must also possess excellent written and
interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with a wide
range of audiences. The successful candidate must meet eligibility
requirements to be gainfully employed in the United States at the time the
appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the
term of employment.
Desired qualifications: Postdoctoral training, a research area that
complements existing SFAAS faculty, and experience mentoring graduate
students are desired. Applicants must apply for the position by visiting
the link: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/48875 and attach the
following: 1) letter of interest, 2) current Curriculum Vitae, 3) statement
on proposed research program (2-page limit), and 4) statement on teaching
philosophy (2-page limit). When prompted during the online process, please
provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional
references. Only complete applications will be considered. Review of
applications will begin on 9 January 2026 and may continue until the
position is filled. Questions concerning the advertised position should be
directed to: Dr. Ian A.E. Butts, Search Committee Chair, E-mail:
iab0007auburn.edu.
Auburn University is a Carnegie R1 research institution and one of the
nations premier land, sea and space grant institutions with an
enrollment of more than 33,000 graduate and undergraduate students, ranked
in the top 50 public universities for its undergraduate programs. The
University is located in the city of Auburn in east-central Alabama along
the rapidly develop I-85 corridor, approximately 100 miles southwest of
Atlanta, GA and southeast of Birmingham, AL and is about 60 miles northeast
of the state capital (Montgomery). Auburn residents enjoy a thriving
community, recognized as one of the best small towns in America with
moderate climate and easy access to major cities or to beach and mountain
recreational facilities.
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of
faculty, including dual-career couples. For details, visit the following
link: http://www.auburn.edu/...provost/facultyjobs/.
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