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　　The University of Chicago\'s Center for the Science of EarlyTrajectories (SET Center) in the Department of Pediatrics seekstenure-track Scientists or Physician-Scientists who are pursuingresearch on developmental biology and life course health. The SET Centeris composed of a diverse network of basic scientists,physician-scientists, and clinicians working collaboratively totransform infant development research and establish a biologic map ofthe development of pre- and neonatal infants at the cellular andmolecular level. The appointees will join this accomplished group ofinvestigators and contribute to the advance of scientific knowledge ofhuman development throughout the life course.

　　Pursuant to the strategy and mission of the SET Center, appointees willbe awarded the freedom to build a research program which aligns theirgoals with those of the Center, including but not limited to nutrition,immunology, microbiology, epigenetics, or any field related to thebiology of infant development. Faculty mentorship, lab and office space,and other research infrastructure will be provided by the Center,creating a rich environment with both senior research faculty andpracticing physicians.

　　A secondary appointment in another department in the Biological SciencesDivision may be considered depending on the interests of the appointees.Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringebenefits) are dependent upon qualifications.

　　The University is a vibrant center of scientific discovery andinnovation, and opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration areabundant, both within and outside the Biological Sciences Division. TheDivision, other academic units of the University, and the University ofChicago Medical Center are all contained within one compact campus inChicago\'s Hyde Park. Appointees will have access to state-of-the-artcore facilities and to outstanding colleagues and graduate studentsaffiliated with numerous degree-granting programs within and outside thebiological sciences. Competitive research space and start-up funding areavailable, as will the potential for interactions with our affiliates,the Argonne National Laboratory, and the Marine Biological Laboratory.

　　Prior to the start of employment, the successful candidate must have anMD, PhD, both, or an equivalent degree. The appointees will be expectedto have successful external NIH or equivalent funding within three yearsof appointment.

　　To be considered, those interested must apply through The University ofChicago, Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to acceptapplications: http://apply.interfolio.com/126430.

　　Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter.Review of applications ends when the positions are filled.

　　For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visithttp://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.