J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI)
Associate Professor - Synthetic Biology (Vashee) (Finance)
We seek an Associate Professor in the department of Synthetic Biology (jcvi.org/research/synthetic-biology). We invite applications for those with experience emerging genetic and physical engineering to produce new (and, therefore, synthetic) life forms. To develop organisms with novel or enhanced characteristics, this emerging field of study combines biology, engineering, and related disciplines' knowledge and techniques to design chemically synthesized DNA. This position is responsible for initiating and managing innovative research projects in areas related to the strategic goals of JCVI.
Associate Professors are expected to be research and project leaders for independently funded projects (as PIs or co-PIs) and to serve as leaders and major contributors for larger team projects involving multiple Professors. They are recognized nationally and internationally as important contributors to their research field.
The ideal candidate must have funding to support their salaries and research projects.
This position will report to Dr. Sanjay Vashee, Director, Rockville Campus, and Professor, Synthetic Biology. https://www.jcvi.org/about/sanjay-vashee
Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
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