------ Assistant or Associate Professor in Molecular Genetics

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA - We invite applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in research areas related to molecular genetics. The candidate should have a strong record of research using genetic tools to address a basic problem in molecular, cellular and/or developmental biology. The candidate should also have the potential for excellence in teaching within our undergraduate and graduate programs in Molecular Genetics. The successful candidate will interact with a dynamic group of colleagues with expertise in molecular, cellular and/or developmental genetics. The candidate must have a PhD and two or more years of postdoctoral research experience. The University of Alberta offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits plan. The Dept. of Biological Sciences (http://www.biology.ualberta.ca/), with 70 faculty members and 275 graduate students, offers an exciting environment for collaborative research. Exceptional infrastructure includes a microarray and proteomics facilities, molecular biology and advanced microscopy service units, and aquatic and terrestrial animal care and plant growth facilities. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a onepage summary of research plans, a statement of teaching interests and reprints of their three most significant publications electronically to positions@biology.ualberta.ca or by mail to Dr. L. S. Frost, Chair, Department of Biological Sciences, CW 405 Biological Sciences Bldg, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E9. Applicants must also arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be sent to the Chair. Closing Date: February 15, 2006. The effective date of employment will be on or after July 1, 2006. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.