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Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
Division of Intramural Research (DIR)
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is recruiting for a Senior Investigator to serve as Chief of the Genome Integrity and Structural Biology Laboratory (GISBL) within the Division of Intramural Research (DIR). NIEHS is located in RTP, near to the University of North Carolina, North Carolina State University, North Carolina Central University, and Duke University.

NIEHS is a premier research institute where intramural investigators study a wide range of important biologic questions related to effects of the environment on human health. GISBL is composed of seven independent research groups that study fundamental mechanisms of genetic stability and instability, including DNA replication and repair utilizing state-of-the-art structural biology techniques, genetics, biochemistry and cell biology to provide insights into biological processes that modulate the effects of environmental exposures on human health. GISBL also contains four state-of-the-art core facilities that provide computational chemistry and molecular modeling, cryo-electron microscopy (cryoEM), NMR, and x-ray crystallography support to all of NIEHS and, in the case of cryoEM, for other NIH institutes.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be tenure-eligible based on an outstanding record of scholarly achievement, leadership capabilities, and broad interests in understanding biological processes involved in mutagenesis, genome stability, allergenicity, mitochondrial function, inflammation, and epigenetic regulation. In addition to directing an independent research program, the Chief will be responsible for leading GISBL and providing vision and directions as research in genome integrity, structural biology and environmental health science continues to evolve. Principal investigators in the NIH intramural program engage directly in high risk/high reward research with postdoctoral fellows, students, and support staff, and collaborate with colleagues to solve important scientific problems. Applicants should have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field, and a demonstrated interest in investigating fundamental mechanisms of genetic stability and instability.

Appointees may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen who are eligible for a valid work authorization.

This position is subject to a background investigation.

Salary/Benefits

The successful candidate for this position will be eligible for a tenured appointment, and will receive a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments. The successful candidate will receive full Federal benefits, including leave, health and life insurance, retirement, and savings plan (401K equivalent).

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through September 6, 2024. Interested candidates should submit materials as PDFs via email to Bonnie Earnhardt. All emails should include vacancy number AC1612 in the subject line. A complete application includes:

  • Cover Letter including a statement of qualifications for the position and vision for leading the Genome Integrity and Structural Biology Laboratory.
  • Curriculum Vitae including bibliography.
  • Statement of Commitment to DEIA principles including a description of mentoring and outreach activities, especially those involving underrepresented groups within biomedical research (not to exceed 1 page).
  • Statement of Past Research and Future Plans (not to exceed 4 pages)
  • Arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to Intramural Applications. Letters should be on official letterhead and signed. Referees must include the applicant’s name and vacancy number AC1612 in the email subject line.

For further information about the position, please contact Francesco Demayo, Ph.D. Incomplete applications or paper applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin on September 16, 2024, and the search will be closed once the position is filled. Incomplete applications or paper applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin on September 16, 2024, and the search will be closed once the position is filled.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity

NIH/NIEHS encourages the application and nomination of traditionally underrepresented groups in the sciences, including women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. NIH/NIEHS will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, as appropriate. If reasonable accommodation is required during any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

Foreign Education

Applicants who have completed part or all their education outside of the United States must provide an evaluation by an accredited organization to ensure its equivalence to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. For more information on foreign education verification, visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website. Verification must be received prior to the effective date of the appointment.

Reasonable Accommodation

NIH provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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