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Professor in Precision Medicine #MED436
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A Health Sciences Professor teaches foundational health science ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the health science curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$122,630 / year median in Tennessee
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine invites applications from scientists who are leaders in the use of electronic health records (EHRs) and biobanking for large-scale genomic discovery and precision medicine. This position is benefits eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Prior to the start of employment, applicants must: 1) have an MD, PhD or equivalent and 2) qualify for an appointment as Professor with tenure. To be considered, those interested must apply through the University of Chicago's Academic Recruitment job board, which uses lnterfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/190714 . Applicants must upload a curriculum vita that includes a bibliography. Review of applications will begin after August 14, 2026. For instructions on the lnterfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/lnterfolioH elp . The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination . Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.