The Eugene McDermott Center for Human Growth & Development (Center for Human Genetics) at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center ( undefined ) is seeking applications for a tenure-track position in human genetics. Outstanding investigators at any rank will be considered. Areas of interest include the impact of genome variation on human phenotypes, mechanisms underlying Mendelian disorders, genotype-environment interactions, functions of the non-coding genome, and computational genomics.

UT Southwestern Medical Center, one of the premiere academic medical centers in the world, has a distinguished history of disease-related basic science research, particularly in genetics. Highlights of the McDermott Center include:

• A stimulating and collaborative environment that provides a nucleus for basic and clinical human genetics research across UT Southwestern
• A state-of-the-art next-generation sequencing facility with informatics support
• Core services for sample collection from patients and families
• Partnership with new campus-wide initiatives in human and population genomics
• Integration with clinical services in medical genetics and rare diseases.

Candidates must have completed doctoral (M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D.) and postdoctoral training, and demonstrated potential to lead a competitive, independently funded research program. Candidates should apply online at undefined (search for job #815744) by October 15, 2026. Applications must include a C.V., 3-page summary of past accomplishments and future research, and letters of support sent by three references. Email questions to undefined .

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