As part of a multi-year hiring plan, the Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics (CMMG) invites applicants for multiple tenure track positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. The Wayne State University School of Medicine has recently initiated a $20 million project to renovate the Center's facilities, and new state-of-the-art laboratory and core research facilities are scheduled to open in 2006. Successful candidates would join an active faculty conducting research in systems biology, comparative genomics, neuroscience, bioinformatics, and medical genetics. The CMMG ( http://www.genetics.wayne.edu ) offers extensive opportunities for collaboration within the Center and throughout the University. As a member of the Michigan Life-Science Corridor, Wayne State scientists have the opportunity to develop translational research with industry, government, and academic research institutions. Successful candidates are expected to have or establish, vigorous externally funded research programs, as appropriate to their rank and experience. Areas of particular emphasis are mitochondrial molecular genetics and pathophysiology and quantitative human genetics .

Wayne State University is Michigan's only research university located in an urban setting. Detroit is an exciting and culturally diverse city, and Michigan has extensive outdoor space for boating, hiking, and camping.

Applications should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of at least three references. Selection of initial candidates will begin on January 1, 2006, and continue on a rolling basis thereafter. Applications and supporting materials must be submitted online at http://jobs.wayne.edu . Apply to posting #032307.

WSU offers more than 350 academic programs through 14 schools and colleges to more than 31,000 students.

WSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.