Faculty Positions in Computational and Systems Biology

 Faculty Positions in Computational and Systems Biology Langebio‐CINVESTAV Mexico is recruiting up to three group leaders to work in computational, theoretical or systems biology, with emphasis on multidisciplinary studies. Successful candidates are expected to collaborate with experimental research labs at CINVESTAV Irapuato and to engage in its graduate programs. The center offers an excellent academic work environment and state‐of‐the‐art experimental facilities. Successful candidates will be offered tenure‐track Faculty positions from the Conacyt Mexico program "Cátedras para Jóvenes Investigadores" (pending approval). Priority will be given to individuals with a strong quantitative background in Physics, Statistics, Math, or Computer Science. Desired research areas includebut are not restricted toGenome analysis, Evolutionary dynamics, Theoretical models in biology, and Biological networks. Applications from women are encouraged. To apply: Packages will include 1) a three‐page description of the applicant's scientific accomplishments and proposed research program, 2) applicant's CV, and 3) copies of applicant's most important publications, up to three. Applicants should also arrange for three reference letters to be sent separately. Review of applications will begin the week of April 20th, 2015. Application packages should be sent in a single PDF file to the attention of Dr. Luis Herrera‐Estrella, Director, Langebio‐CINVESTAV, Irapuato, Guanajuato, MEXICO, E‐mail: mbernal@langebio.cinvestav.mx. Langebio‐CINVESTAV, The National Laboratory of Genomics for Biodiversity of Mexico, is a Unit of the “Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados”, a Federal Government Institution devoted to basic and applied research. Langebio’s mandate is to conduct top‐
ranked research and graduate education, while promoting genomic knowledge for the protection and sustainable use of Mexican biodiversity. More information: http://www.langebio.cinvestav.mx/