From listmaster animalgenome.org Tue Sep 16 12:13:43 2025
From: "Jared Decker" <DeckerJEmissouri.edu>
To: Members of AnGenMap <angenmapanimalgenome.org>
Subject: Tenure track faculty position in caninine genetics, University
of Missouri
Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:13:44 -0500
The University of Missouri Department of Pathobiology and Integrative
Biomedical Sciences seeks candidates for an open Assistant, Associate, or
Full Professor to serve as the Director of Canine Genetics Laboratory in
the College of Veterinary Medicine. This is a 12-month, tenure-track
appointment.
The Canine Genetics Laboratory was established in the 1980s to identify the
molecular genetic basis of inherited disorders in dogs and to develop DNA
screening tests for deleterious mutations for use in diagnosis and
screening of dogs prior to breeding. Since its founding, the laboratory has
identified over 70 disease-causing mutations in numerous dog breeds, and
the laboratory continues to be a leader in the identification and
investigation of hereditary disorders in dogs. The laboratorys primary
research focus has been on identifying mutations that result in neurologic
and ophthalmologic disorders; however, the laboratory has identified
mutations responsible for a number of other types of disease, including
connective tissue and cardiac disorders. In addition to conducting research
to identify new mutations, increase our understanding of hereditary
disorders, and develop further testing methodologies; the staff of the
Canine Genetics Laboratory provide quality genetic testing to serve as a
reliable resource for veterinarians, owners, breeders, and other
researchers.
The successful candidate will be expected to explore and elucidate shared
genetic mechanisms across animal species and humans. This includes
leveraging canine models to better understand a broad range of simple and
complex diseases. In addition, the position offers opportunities to
contribute to the emerging fields of pharmacogenomics and nutritional
genomics.
The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:
* Develop and sustain an externally funded, independent research program in
canine genetics, with emphasis on the following areas: *Trait-allele
association studies *Genomic architecture of complex traits *Drivers of
genetic susceptibility to disease *Translational genomics and precision
health
* Lead and direct the activities of the Canine Genetics Laboratory. Manage
and supervise laboratory researchers, support staff, and students.
* Engage in collaborative research, especially with veterinary clinician
scientists, to further the goals and impacts of the laboratory.
* Pursue and obtain external funding to support the mission and objectives
of the laboratory.
* Regularly publish, present findings, and participate in the greater
scientific discussion and community.
* Foster and build positive relationships across the College of Veterinary
Medicine, the School of Medicine, the broader University of Missouri
community, and across the scientific community to drive the discovery
process.
* Maintain and grow a key partnership with the Orthopedic Foundation for
Animals (OFA).
* Participate in the teaching and training of students within the College of
Veterinary Medicine and the University of Missouri. Provide mentorship to
graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
* Engage in faculty, departmental, college, and university governance
activities as called upon by the Department Chair or other leaders.
* Other duties as assigned.
The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and
train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage
stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect
the health and welfare of animals and people. Simply put, our mission is to
Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.
The Department of Pathobiology and Integrative Biomedical Sciences (PIBS)
advances animal and human health through excellence in discovery,
education, service and leadership. Our department brings together strengths
in microbiology, physiology, neuroscience, pathology, molecular genetics,
animal modeling, comparative medicine and other core biomedical sciences
uniting foundational research and clinical relevance under one
collaborative academic home.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
* A PhD or equivalent degree in Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry,
Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Pathobiology, or an equivalent
field of study.
Candidates will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:
* Background of rigorous research in areas such as genetics, hereditary
disease, genetic mutation.
* Expertise in canine genomics and experience with bioinformatics, whole
genome sequencing, or functional genomics is essential.
* Experience managing and leading an academic research laboratory.
* Experience managing and leading a Core facility, diagnostic laboratory
and/or fee- for-service operation.
* History of and ability to engage in collaborative research endeavors.
* Ability to meet tenure standards at the University of Missouri.
Application Materials
Interested candidates should be prepared to attach:
1. Letter stating professional interests and career goals; including
research interests and objectives as well as teaching philosophy
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact information for at least three professional references
Application Instructions
Interested candidates may apply through the University of Missouri careers
website: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings. Select Academic Positions
and search for Job ID: 57301.
Please contact Noah Hartsfield, HR Recruiter, at hartsfieldnmissouri.edu,
or Dr. Elizabeth Bryda, Chair of the Search Committee at
brydaemissouri.edu
Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As
part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive
benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid
caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System
campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit
the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/...otalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is anEqual
Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the
Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Community Information: MU is a nationally competitive, global university.
Many states fund separate research and land-grant universities, but
Missouri combines those roles at its flagship institution. MU is both a
land-grant university with a statewide mission of service to citizens and
Missouris largest public research university. Mizzou is one of only five
universities nationwide that offers veterinary medicine as well as law,
medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.
MU is a national leader in comparative medicine, in which researchers
collaborate by sharing discoveries, innovations and treatments for humans
and animals. For more about the College of Veterinary Medicine and our
impact on Missouri, the nation, and the world, go to:
University of Missouri/College of Veterinary Medicine-
http://cvm.missouri.edu/
Veterinary Health Center-http://www.vmth.missouri.edu/
Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab-http://vmdl.missouri.edu/
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