Biology – Bioinformatics, CFS Professorial Faculty

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biology at Brigham Young University invites applications for a continuing faculty status (CFS) position in Bioinformatics. We seek a candidate whose teaching and research programs will strengthen interdisciplinary training at the interface of biology, computation, and data science. Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses such as BIO 165 (Introduction to Bioinformatics), BIO 264 (Computational Methods for Biologists), and upper-division and graduate courses in bioinformatics, data analysis, and machine learning. These courses serve students across multiple programs, including Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, and other areas within the College of Life Sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum that integrates computational methods within biologically meaningful contexts. The successful candidate will establish and maintain an externally visible research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students in mentored research experiences. Research areas may include, but are not limited to, bioinformatics, computational biology, machine learning for biological data, artificial intelligence in the life sciences, or related data-driven approaches. Candidates whose work advances or applies AI-enabled methods to biological problems are particularly encouraged to apply. Faculty are expected to contribute to the academic life of the department through teaching, research, and service. This includes mentoring students, participating in departmental and university service, and supporting the mission of Brigham Young University.

Requirements

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or a closely related field (degree must be completed by the start date).
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in bioinformatics, computational biology, or related areas.
• Evidence of an active research program in bioinformatics or a related discipline that engages undergraduate and graduate students.
• Experience in data analysis, programming, machine learning, and artificial intelligence as applied to biological systems is expected.
• Ability to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• Understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education (for non-members).
• Enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance BYU's unique mission (for members).
• Live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators (for members).
• Demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community (for members).
• Teach subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (for members).
• Abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church (for members).

Nice To Haves

• Candidates whose work advances or applies AI-enabled methods to biological problems are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in bioinformatics, computational biology, or related areas.
• Establish and maintain an externally visible research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students in mentored research experiences.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum that integrates computational methods within biologically meaningful contexts.
• Mentor students.
• Participate in departmental and university service.
• Support the mission of Brigham Young University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree