Research Assistant Professor in Genomics and Transcriptomics

Research Assistant Professor in Genomics and TranscriptomicsThe Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a non-tenure-track faculty position as a Research Assistant Professor in the areas of Genomics and Transcriptomics, starting in Spring 2026. The appointments will be for 12 months, and the position can be renewed for a maximum of 3 years; renewal beyond 3 years will depend on the successful candidate's ability to secure extramural funding. We are seeking innovative and highly collaborative scientists with a strong background in Genetics, Genomics, and/or Molecular Biology. Applicants with expertise in the curation and analysis of large omics datasets including genomic, and transcriptomic data are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will oversee the genomics section of the state-of-the-art Genetics and Genomics Unit within the Department of Biological Sciences. They are expected to participate in collaborative research programs across the Colleges of Science, Health Sciences, Engineering, and the School of Pharmacy; secure extramural funding independently or collaboratively; publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journals; contribute to the training of undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and technical staff. The candidate will also conduct workshops and training sessions in genomics, proteomics, and related omics data analysis.Job Requirements:Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in a relevant field and have a minimum of two years of postdoctoral experience. Applicants must demonstrate a strong record of research productivity and a clear potential to secure external funding. Competitive applicants will provide documented evidence of the following:• Grant writing & extramural funding• Experience writing or contributing to research grants, instrumentation grants, or collaborative proposals.• Demonstrated success in collaborative research and peer-reviewed publications.• Ability to work effectively within diverse, multidisciplinary teams of faculty, staff, and students from varied ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.• Commitment to involving students in research, mentoring, and publication opportunities.• Expertise in DNA and RNA extraction from cells, tissues, and blood.• Expertise in genome and exome sequencing analysis.• Expertise in bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing analysis.• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R for data analysis, modeling, and visualization.• Expertise in data processing and analysis using HPC and Galaxy platform and familiarity with widely used, and field standard software, webtools and packages, including HISAT2, Salmon, Rsubred, DESeq2, etc.• Application of advanced statistical modeling and bioinformatics tools for comprehensive multi-omics data integration and interpretation.• Compliance, safety, and regulatory knowledge.• Knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical hygiene, and data integrity standards (e.g., QA/QC practices).Preferred skill sets for competitive candidates include:• Experience in analyzing proteomic, metabolomic, lipidomic, and glycomic, data is not required but will be considered a preferred skill set.• Functional genetics (CRISPR, CRISPR screen, si/shRNA, transfection, transduction) skills will be preferred.• Experience with core facility management:• Oversight of day-to-day core operations, user training, scheduling, and service coordination.• Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality-control workflows.• Maintenance and troubleshooting of core instrumentation.• Instrument method development & optimization: Ability to develop, optimize, and validate sequencing methods will be preferred.• Strong communication & reporting skills• Core users and collaborators depend on reporting and documentation.• Ability to generate clear reports, SOPs, training materials, workflows, and user documentation.• Successful teaching experience at the university/community college level.Additional Information:In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at mailto:titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6754374jeid-e0b9fef932e10348b5b5a633f9b4afdb