Assistant Professor

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research Full time

Tenure-Track Faculty Position

at Whitehead Institute and Department of Biology,

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The Whitehead Institute together with the Department of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, Massachusetts) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level.

We are interested in curiosity-driven candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D., or equivalent, who are pursuing innovative approaches to fundamental problems. There will be two searches, one in any aspect of mammalian biology and another in emerging biology, including but not limited to artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The successful candidate will be provided with lab and office space in Whitehead Institute, a generous start-up package, access to state-of-the-art core facilities, and is expected to develop and lead a vibrant, independent research program. We seek colleagues who share our commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, and who will develop and teach courses, supervise graduate and undergraduate research, and mentor trainees at all levels. We are particularly interested in candidates who will help promote and provide diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to providing our faculty with a supportive environment that emphasizes mentoring and is mindful of diverse backgrounds.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of current and proposed research (≤5 pgs) and a statement on teaching and mentoring philosophy (≤2 pgs). Letters of recommendation should be sent separately from at least three individuals able to evaluate the candidate's accomplishments and future potential. Application materials should be submitted to

Completed applications will begin to be considered on October 4, 2024.

MIT Biology has additional open positions. Candidates may apply to any or all openings but must submit a separate application for each position.

MIT/Whitehead Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are core values of MIT and Whitehead Institute. MIT and Whitehead Institute are committed to non-discrimination in employment regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, veteran's status, national origin, disability, and/or religion.



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