Tenure Track Assistant Professor - Gene Regulation / Molecular Biology / Omics

The Green Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. We are seeking creative and collaborative scientists who bring innovative molecular, cellular, technological, or computational approaches to the study of fundamental mechanisms of gene regulation in biology and disease. We will consider applicants with expertise in a broad array of biological systems, including but not limited to reproductive biology.

The Green Center promotes leading-edge, integrative, and collaborative basic/clinical research. Successful candidates will be housed in a newly renovated state-of-the-art research facility with a generous start-up package and access to excellent core facilities.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. or equivalent in a relevant field of study, postdoctoral or comparable experience, and a demonstrated record of research excellence.

Application Instructions:

• Applicants should apply online at https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/ (search for Job ID 960426) and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a statement of planned research projects as pdf files.
• Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent via Interfolio.
• Collection and review of applications will commence October 1, 2026 and will continue during the 2026-2027 academic year until the position is filled, but applicants are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!