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Job Description
Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI) an independent research institute affiliated with Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. We seek candidates pursuing highly innovative and interdisciplinary research in any area of plant science or other related fields with the potential to contribute to BTIs mission to advance and communicate scientific discovery in plant biology to improve agriculture protect the environment and enhance human health.
BTI is located on the Cornell campus in Ithaca a culturally diverse and vibrant town in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. The successful candidate is expected to establish an outstanding extramurally funded research program to develop connections with School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University ( and to participate in graduate training through an adjunct appointment within the School.
Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter (2) a detailed curriculum vitae including the names of three references and (3) a statement of future research interests and vision (up to three pages excluding literature citations). Review of applications will begin in November.
Additional information about BTI can be obtained at Inquiries about the position can be sent to Zhangjun Fei at .
BTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
A PhD in plant science or closely related field is required. Postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise and research interests that complement BTIs existing strengths.
Employment Type
Full-Time
