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East Carolina University ( ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Academic Affairs, led by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, comprises the university's colleges, schools and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation.

The Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences advances access, knowledge, and opportunity through high-quality undergraduate and graduate education, innovative research and creative activities, and meaningful community engagement, all grounded in the liberal arts and sciences. We equip our graduates to address complex challenges, contribute meaningfully to their communities, and lead fulfilling lives.

The Department of Biology is a community of scholars spanning the breadth of the biological sciences, from molecules to ecosystems. Faculty lead productive, externally funded research programs while teaching and mentoring undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students and engaging them in discovery and scholarship. Modern facilities, shared research infrastructure, and interdisciplinary partnerships support innovative research and scholarship across the life sciences. The department advances experiential education through course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs), problem-based learning, and faculty-mentored research.

The Department of Biology at East Carolina University seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position (9-month appointment) at the Assistant Professor rank with expertise in genetics to begin in August 2027.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program related to genetics that actively engages undergraduate and graduate students. Strong candidates will address fundamental questions in the broad area of genetics and/or apply genetic approaches to cell biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, or evolution. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including the introductory-level genetics course required for all biology and biochemistry majors. The new faculty member will join a collegial, interdisciplinary department and will be expected to participate fully in Departmental, College, and University activities.

1. A Ph.D. in Biology or Genetics or another closely related field (including but not limited to Biochemistry, Molecular, Cell or Evolutionary Biology).

2. A minimum of one-year post-doctoral experience or equivalent training; and a scholarly record of achievements.

Qualifying degrees must be received at the time of consideration from accredited institutions.

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To apply, complete a candidate profile and submit the following items for position number 934022 at www.jobs.ecu.edu:

(1) cover letter describing interest in the position;

(2) curriculum vitae;

(3) detailed statement of teaching philosophy (2 pages max) that includes the applicant's vision for incorporating student training in the applicant's research program and for creating a learning environment in which all students feel engaged and included;

(4) statement of research accomplishments and goals (3 pages max);

(5) contact information for at least three current references.

Official transcripts are required upon employment, and two to three official letters of reference are required upon selection as a finalist.

Inquiries about the position can be addressed to the search committee chair Dr. Elizabeth Ables, ablese@ecu.edu.

Contingent upon available funding. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit the required documents, as requested. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

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Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

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