Assistant Professor(3-309-1278)-The Department of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology is seeking an early-career scientist with expertise inDrosophila models of heart, kidney, metabolic and rare genetic diseases. The successful candidate will conduct research on genes and genetic variants identified from patient sequencing, with a focus on understanding genetic causal factors and molecular mechanisms of these diseases. The ultimate goal is to develop targeted therapies for affected patients. Expected faculty rank for these positions will be Assistant Professor or higher, however, final rank, tenure status and salary will be commensurate with selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. The expected salary range for Assistant Professors is $108,630 (min) and $167,140 (max). The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation programor pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs.Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. You are also invited to view theDepartment of Medicine benefits for full-time faculty members. All candidates must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree as well as experience in Drosophila genetics, cardiovascular research, and functional genomic. Additionally,expertise in gene editing, molecular biology, and disease modeling is preferred. For immediate consideration, please send a cover letter and current CV, as well as contact information of four references.* * Though not required, candidates are also invited to include a perspective statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, and civility. We are proud to offer a competitive salary, medical/dental benefits, disability plans, retirement plans, and more through the State of Maryland! UMB has been ranked multiple times in ‘Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers Survey (most recently in 2025) and has also been honored as a Best Employer for Diversity in 2022, 2023 and 2024, also by Forbes. The University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore was ranked as one of the Best Hospitals in both the State of Maryland and the Baltimore Metro Area by the U.S. News & World Report in 2023. /UMB is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees./ If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the recruitment process, please contact us atHRJobs@umaryland.eduand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For additional questionsafterapplication, please emailfacultypostings@som.umaryland.edu *Job: Faculty *Organization: School of Medicine - Clinical Departments *Title: *Assistant Professor (3-309-1278) Location: null Requisition ID: 250000BW