Description

**Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2026. **

The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), one of the world's leading nonprofit biomedical research organizations, is at the forefront of genetic and genomic research, combining animal, cell-based, and computational modeling strategies to understand and address human health. We are seeking accomplished faculty at all ranks to join our mission-driven research community at our research campus in Farmington, CT. JAX-Genomic Medicine boasts a unique blend of dynamic and established scientists from around the world, united in pursuit of a common goal: to translate genetic discoveries into improvements in human health.

We seek candidates with creative ideas, an integrative perspective, novel technologies in their experimental approaches, and a collaborative spirit to address important problems in human health and disease. 

JAX is especially interested in candidates in research areas that align with our current strengths in: 

• Aging
• Cancer biology
• Cell, tissue, and mouse models of disease
• Computational biology and data science
• Functional genomics 
• Immunology  
   

JAX faculty enjoy distinct advantages including:

• A diverse and collaborative environment that features interdisciplinary team science
• State-of-the-art scientific services
• Outstanding research environment
• Dynamic partnerships with leading universities, medical centers, and biotechnology industry
• Exciting predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs
• World-class courses and workshops focused on genetics, genomics and biomedicine
• Competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, relocation assistance, and start-up research packages 

Requirements

Professional Qualifications 

• Candidates with Ph.D., M.D., or DVM. degree, and relevant postdoctoral training will be considered.
• Demonstrated potential to develop a strong externally funded research program.
• Candidates for the Associate and Full Professor ranks must have a distinguished record of published research, demonstrating significant impact on the profession, and success at securing funding to support research programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and collaboration is essential.
• Prior successes in and desire to contribute to team projects on an ongoing basis is required.
• Experience presenting at conferences and workshops.
• Strong track record of peer-reviewed publication in reputable scientific journals.
• Successful record of mentoring and/or teaching. 
   

Application Requirements: An application will be considered complete and ready for review once we have received the following materials: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, and three Letters of Recommendation. Letters of Recommendation should be submitted directly from the professional references via email to facultyjobs@jax.org.

Application Resources: Please visit the Faculty Recruitment page to learn more about the application requirements. If you encounter any issues submitting your application or have any questions, please email facultyjobs@jax.org for assistance.