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Job ID:
254485
Assistant Professor Non-coding RNA Biology - 301048
UAE University
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Date Posted
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Mar. 17, 2025
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Title
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Assistant Professor Non-coding RNA Biology - 301048 |
University
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UAE University
Al-Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Department
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College of Science |
Application Deadline
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Open until filled |
Position Start Date
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Available immediately |
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The Department of Biology at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Non-Coding RNA (ncRNA) Biology. We seek an outstanding scholar with expertise in the molecular mechanisms, regulatory roles, and applications of non-coding RNAs in gene expression, epigenetics, and cellular function. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s research excellence in molecular biology, biotechnology, and genomics and will engage in high-quality teaching and mentoring of students at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Teaching & Curriculum Development:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Molecular Biology, Functional Genomics, and Non-Coding RNA Biology.
- Develop new courses and update existing curricula in RNA biology, epigenetics, and gene regulation.
- Supervise undergraduate research projects, MSc, and Ph.D. students.
Research & Scholarly Activities:
- Establish an independent, externally funded research program in ncRNA biology, with applications in health, disease, or biotechnology.
- Conduct innovative research in lncRNAs, miRNAs, siRNAs, circRNAs, or ribozymes and their roles in gene regulation, cellular differentiation, or stress responses.
- Publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and present findings at international conferences.
- Collaborate with faculty and researchers within the College of Science and UAEU on interdisciplinary research projects.
Service & Outreach:
- Participate in departmental, college, and university-level committees.
- Engage in outreach activities to promote RNA research and molecular biotechnology.
- Foster interdisciplinary collaborations with national and international institutions.
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Postdoctoral research experience with a strong publication record in ncRNA biology.
- Expertise in RNA sequencing, functional characterization of ncRNAs, RNA-protein interactions, and RNA therapeutics.
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Postdoctoral research experience with a strong publication record in ncRNA biology.
- Expertise in RNA sequencing, functional characterization of ncRNAs, RNA-protein interactions, and RNA therapeutics.
- Experience in CRISPR-based genome editing, transcriptomics, or bioinformatics approaches to RNA function.
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research funding.
- University-level teaching experience with a commitment to student engagement and mentorship.
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