> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3095900-about-us](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3095900-about-us). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # About Us - **Company:** Georgia Institute Of Technology - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Engineering - **Published:** September 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/21_01a044b5-a904-7a0f-82fc-c970ea3848f6 ## About the Role Candidates must have an earned doctorate, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline, along with an outstanding record as a researcher, educator and mentor that is suitable for appointment with tenure. Student Success Criteria: - The ability to promote a welcoming educational/work environment - The ability to teach and mentor a distinct student body Required Documents to Attach Completed applications will include the following three documents, submitted as separate PDF files: (1) A letter of interest in the position that outlines the candidate's qualifications for the position with a particular focus on past leadership experiences and a vision for leadership of an academic department that is aligned with Georgia Tech's mission and values that are described in our strategic plan (values). (2) A curriculum vitae that includes the applicant's record of teaching, publications, grants, advising, and administrative and leadership experience. (3) A brief, high-level vision of the candidate's potential research program and its fit with Georgia Tech (2 pages or less). This should be uploaded as the additional document in the Careers portal. Reference letters are not required at this time. These will be requested only for the finalists who are invited to on-campus interviews. An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment, and a background check must be completed prior to beginning employment. ## Description The School offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Biology, an M.S. degree in Bioinformatics, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Applied Physiology. It also participates in the interdisciplinary B.S. degree programs in Neuroscience and Environmental Science, and interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs in Bioinformatics, Neuroscience and Neurotechnology, Quantitative Biosciences, Ocean Science and Engineering, and Computer Science and Engineering. Research interests of the faculty of the school span Computational Biology and Bioinformatics; Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior; Microbial Dynamics and Infection Biology; Genetics and Genomics; Integrative Physiology; and Molecular and Cell Biology. The School has a state budget of ~$13M per year and research expenditures amount to ~$19M per year. The School currently has 46 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 20 full-time instructional faculty members, 37 research faculty and postdocs, 26 state-supported staff positions, and 28 grant-supported staff. There are 574 undergraduate biology majors and 272 graduate students (M.S. and Ph.D.). For further information please refer to the school's web site at www.biosciences.gatech.edu., The School of Biological Sciences of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) in Atlanta, Georgia invites applications for the position of Chair of the School and Professor, with an anticipated starting date of August 1, 2026. Candidates must hold an earned doctorate (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, along with an outstanding record as a researcher, educator and mentor suitable for appointment with tenure, and a proven record of effective leadership and community building. Candidates should exhibit a strong commitment to collaboration and communication that values the breadth of the discipline, the diverse roles of individuals, and the development of students, postdoctoral fellows, staff and faculty. They should also demonstrate a commitment to Georgia Tech's core values (values), the Institute's education and research mission, and fund raising (institutional development). The expected rank at appointment is at the level of full professor, however applicants at all tenure-eligible ranks will be considered. The school chair will be an advocate for the school, its students, post-docs, faculty and staff; seek resources to support enrollment growth and the development of new programs; and maintain and develop interactions with other units of Georgia Tech and outside agencies. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers., The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. 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