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The Rutgers University Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey ( HGINJ ) (https://hginj.org/) seeks nominations or applications from leading scholars for the successor Executive Director of HGINJ . The position is accompanied by very significant resources and new faculty appointments that will build on existing strengths in both research and educational programs. This individual will provide scientific leadership as well as a personal vision for the talented and productive research groups in HGINJ , each of whom has its own research funding. The Director will also be responsible for the administrative and financial stewardship of the institute.
The Institute was established in 2000 to complement the Rutgers Department of Genetics which was founded by Dr. Jay A. Tischfield in 1998. HGINJ fosters collaborative research and engages in entrepreneurial activity that grows the Institute's scientific reputation and visibility. The new director will continue to pursue these objectives and incorporate his or her own talents to take HGINJ to the next level. There is ample recently renovated space suitable for hiring new members and funding is available to support expansion of academic and research positions. The Executive Director may also seek to appoint new members from schools not currently represented in HGINJ such as the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy and others on the extensive and diverse New Brunswick flagship campus.
The Executive Director of HGINJ reports directly to the Chancellor for Rutgers University-New Brunswick. It is envisioned that the selected candidate will be appointed in the Rutgers University Department of Genetics in the School of Arts and Sciences, with adjunct positions in other departments as is appropriate. The position includes access to advanced genomic technologies through our commercial partner Infinity BiologiX (https://ibx.bio/) and within Rutgers as well as the HGINJ Imaging Core, consisting of state-of-the-art microscopes, including several confocal and super-resolution microscopes.
Candidates must demonstrate qualities of leadership, vision, and innovation, and have a successful history of discovery and publication as illustrated by significant, consistent and current grant funding. Entrepreneurial experience is a plus. The desired appointment start date is July 1, 2021. All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include a current CV and a letter of interest. Review of candidates will begin April 30, 2021. Initial inquiries will be treated as confidential. Applications, nominations, and inquiries should be submitted electronically to chancellornb@rutgers.edu. Candidates who meet the position criteria and qualify for the next stage will be invited to submit their materials through the university's Recruitment Onboarding and Classification System site.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military service or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.
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Qualified candidates must have a PhD or an MD/PhD and at least 3 years of relevant leadership experience including administrative and financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, visionary leader with a strong record of publication and significant, consistent grant funding.
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Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Executive Director Department Human Genetics Inst of NJ Salary Open Posting Summary
The Rutgers University Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey ( HGINJ ) (https://hginj.org/) seeks nominations or applications from leading scholars for the successor Executive Director of HGINJ . The position is accompanied by very significant resources and new faculty appointments that will build on existing strengths in both research and educational programs. This individual will provide scientific leadership as well as a personal vision for the talented and productive research groups in HGINJ , each of whom has its own research funding. The Director will also be responsible for the administrative and financial stewardship of the institute.
The Institute was established in 2000 to complement the Rutgers Department of Genetics which was founded by Dr. Jay A. Tischfield in 1998. HGINJ fosters collaborative research and engages in entrepreneurial activity that grows the Institute's scientific reputation and visibility. The new director will continue to pursue these objectives and incorporate his or her own talents to take HGINJ to the next level. There is ample recently renovated space suitable for hiring new members and funding is available to support expansion of academic and research positions. The Executive Director may also seek to appoint new members from schools not currently represented in HGINJ such as the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy and others on the extensive and diverse New Brunswick flagship campus.
The Executive Director of HGINJ reports directly to the Chancellor for Rutgers University-New Brunswick. It is envisioned that the selected candidate will be appointed in the Rutgers University Department of Genetics in the School of Arts and Sciences, with adjunct positions in other departments as is appropriate. The position includes access to advanced genomic technologies through our commercial partner Infinity BiologiX (https://ibx.bio/) and within Rutgers as well as the HGINJ Imaging Core, consisting of state-of-the-art microscopes, including several confocal and super-resolution microscopes.
Candidates must demonstrate qualities of leadership, vision, and innovation, and have a successful history of discovery and publication as illustrated by significant, consistent and current grant funding. Entrepreneurial experience is a plus. The desired appointment start date is July 1, 2021. All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include a current CV and a letter of interest. Review of candidates will begin April 30, 2021. Initial inquiries will be treated as confidential. Applications, nominations, and inquiries should be submitted electronically to chancellornb@rutgers.edu. Candidates who meet the position criteria and qualify for the next stage will be invited to submit their materials through the university's Recruitment Onboarding and Classification System site.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military service or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.
Position Status Posting Number 21FA0451 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Qualified candidates must have a PhD or an MD/PhD and at least 3 years of relevant leadership experience including administrative and financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, visionary leader with a strong record of publication and significant, consistent grant funding.
Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/130475 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City State Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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