Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Position Type: Full-time, Tenure-track
Job Type: Faculty
Discipline: Life Sciences • Bioinformatics • Genomics
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications
Closing Date: January 11, 2026
Anticipated Start: Fall 2026
The Position:
The Department of Bioinformatics and Genomics in the College of Computing and Informatics at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2026. Science Careers
Applicants must hold a PhD in computational, biological, or related sciences and demonstrate:
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A strong publication record
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Evidence of research excellence and potential to secure external funding
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Commitment to high-quality teaching and mentorship at the undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. levels
The successful candidate will be expected to establish and sustain an externally funded research program, actively engage graduate and undergraduate researchers, and contribute to the academic mission of the department.
Research Areas:
Qualified applicants in any area of bioinformatics are welcome. Research interests that complement and expand departmental strengths are particularly encouraged. Example focus areas include (but are not limited to):
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Human, model, or non-model organism genomics
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Precision medicine
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Statistical genetics
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Cloud computing approaches in bioinformatics
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Computational plant genetics
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Microbiome analysis
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Phylogenomics
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Computational or theoretical ecology
A detailed job description and application instructions are available at:
UNC Charlotte Applicant Site | Assistant Professor
(Posting ID: 65031)
UNC Charlotte & the City of Charlotte:
UNC Charlotte is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, ranked as one of the top five U.S. cities to live in (2024–2025, U.S. News & World Report). Charlotte offers:
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Rapid economic growth and cultural vibrancy
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18 Fortune 500 & 1000 company headquarters
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Strong financial and healthcare sectors
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Temperate weather and affordable living
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A rich cultural environment including museums, parks, professional sports teams
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A rapidly expanding food and brewery culture
Science Careers Application: Apply Online
Charlotte is known for its welcoming community, exceptional quality of life, and blend of urban development with Southern charm.
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is committed to equality of educational and employment opportunity. The university does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of any protected status.