Open Rank, Tenure-Track Professor in the Institute for Behavioral Genetics

Job Summary

The Institute for Behavioral Genetics (IBG), University of Colorado
Boulder, invites applications for a tenured faculty position at the
Associate Professor or Professor level. Successful candidates will
hold academic appointments in affiliated departments or another
appropriate academic unit aligned with research expertise and
interests. Appointments are anticipated to begin in August 2027.
The Institute seeks to build on its historic strength in behavioral
genetics. We are particularly interested in individuals with an
internationally recognized externally funded program of research
using statistical genetics and/or twin and family approaches to
address scientific questions aligned with current Institute
strengths.

Competitive candidates may conduct cutting-edge human and/or
computational research using whole-genome analysis and methods
development, statistical and quantitative genetics, genetic
epidemiology, population genetics, computational biology,
bioinformatics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, genomic
structural equation modeling, Mendelian randomization, and related
methodologies.

Substantive research areas include but are not limited to lifespan
development and aging, neurodegeneration, cognition, mental health,
psychiatric disorders, substance use, learning disabilities, sleep
and circadian processes, and related areas of behavioral and health
research.

The Institute seeks to build on its historic strength in behavioral
genetics. We are particularly interested in individuals using
statistical genetics and/or twin and family approaches to address
scientific questions aligned with current Institute
strengths.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a
culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students
dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We
are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and
individuals with disabilities.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Who We Are

Founded in 1967, the Institute for Behavioral Genetics (IBG) is one
of the world's leading research institutes for genetic research on
behavior. Its mission is to conduct and facilitate research which
examines the genetic bases of individual differences in behavior
and to conduct research training in this interdisciplinary
area.

There are currently 9 tenured or tenure-track faculty rostered in
the Institute and based at IBG. In total there are 28 faculty
fellows, most of whom hold joint appointments in academic units on
the Boulder and Denver campuses.

In addition to our research mission, faculty on the Boulder campus
teach both undergraduate and graduate students.

IBG administers about 45-50 grants (including Center components and
subcontracts), with external support of ~$10 million per fiscal
year currently and expenditures ranging from $6-14 million annually
over the past decade. We direct a NIMH pre- and postdoctoral
training grants supporting 4 graduate students and 1 postdoctoral
fellow, and we provide NIMH-supported methodology workshops for
about 110 scientists annually. Appointees will have the opportunity
to recruit postdoctoral fellows and graduate students using funds
from these training grants.

More detailed information can be found at: https://www.colorado.edu/ibg/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Appointees will participate in the research and teaching missions
of both the Institute for Behavioral Genetics and their home
department and contribute service to the Institute, department,
university, and profession. Classroom teaching assignments will be
determined in accordance with departmental policy and in
consultation with the Department Chair and Institute Director. The
successful candidate will be expected to maintain an
internationally recognized, externally funded research program and
provide intellectual and scientific leadership that contributes to
the strategic growth of the Institute. Appointees will foster
interdisciplinary collaborations within IBG and across the broader
university community, mentor graduate students, postdoctoral
fellows, and junior faculty colleagues, and contribute to the
training of the next generation of scientists. The appointed
individual will also be expected to contribute to undergraduate and
graduate education while advancing the Institute's mission through
research excellence, collaboration, mentorship, and service.

What You Should Know

The University of Colorado Boulder has implemented a reference check
program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty
appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU
Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's
conduct at their current and previous institutions, specifically
conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or
discrimination, before making hiring decisions. All final
candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to
complete an Authorization to Release Information.

What We Can Offer

$110,000-$145,000 (9-month salary), with an expected range of
$110,000-$125,000 at the Associate level and $125,000-$145,000 at
the Full Level. Candidates may expect starting salaries within the
posted range depending upon accomplishments–including publication
record and external funding, years of experience in comparable
faculty positions, and discipline. There is a negotiable start-up
package, and relocation assistance is available depending on
department guidelines.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD, DPhil, or
equivalent) in genetics, psychology, neuroscience, epidemiology,
biostatistics, computational biology, physiology, or a related
discipline. A minimum of 7 years of experience in a professor or
equivalent position following postdoctoral training is
expected.

What We Would Like You to Have

Applicants must have a record of achievement appropriate for
appointment with tenure at the Associate Professor or Professor
level at the University of Colorado Boulder. Candidates should
demonstrate a distinguished record of scholarly accomplishment,
sustained success in obtaining external funding, evidence of
scientific leadership, and a strong commitment to mentoring and
training. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and contributions to
service are expected.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual
files:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter
• Statement of research interests (4 pages)
• Statement of teaching philosophy (2-3 pages)
• 3-5 research papers (there will be 5 file uploads listed below

to upload each research paper individually)

During the application process you will need to enter contact
information for three references, from whom we will request letters
of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the
search progresses.

Review of applications will be begin on October 15, 2026 and
will continue until the position is filled.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via
email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU
Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu