Faculty | Mammalian Genetics | Bar Harbor, ME

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level | Mammalian Genetics

Location: Bar Harbor, ME

The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), one of the world's leading nonprofit biomedical research organizations, is at the forefront of genetic and genomic research, combining animal, cell-based, and computational modeling strategies to understand and address human disease. We are seeking accomplished faculty at all ranks to join the mission-driven community at our research campus in Bar Harbor, ME. JAX-Mammalian Genetics boasts a unique blend of dynamic and established scientists from around the world, united in pursuit of a common goal: to translate genetic discoveries into improvements in human health.

We seek candidates with creative ideas, an integrative perspective, novel technologies in their experimental approaches, and a collaborative spirit to address important problems in human health and disease.

JAX is especially interested in candidates in research areas that align with our current strengths in:

• Aging
• Cancer biology
• Cell, tissue, and mouse models of disease
• Computational biology and data science
• Immunology

JAX faculty enjoy distinct advantages including:  ​

• A diverse and collaborative environment that features interdisciplinary team science
• State-of-the-art scientific services 
• Outstanding research environment 
• Dynamic partnerships with leading universities, medical centers, and biotechnology industry 
• Exciting predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs 
• World-class courses and workshops focused on genetics, genomics and biomedicine 
• Competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, relocation assistance, and start-up research packages 

Professional Qualifications  

• Candidates with Ph.D., M.D., or DVM. degree, and relevant postdoctoral training will be considered.  
• Demonstrated potential to develop a strong externally funded research program.  
• Candidates for the Associate and Full Professor ranks must have a distinguished record of published research, demonstrating significant impact on the profession, and success at securing funding to support research programs.  
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and collaboration is essential.  
• Prior successes in and desire to contribute to team projects on an ongoing basis is required.  
• Experience presenting at conferences and workshops.  
• Strong track record of peer-reviewed publication in reputable scientific journals.  
• Successful record of mentoring and/or teaching. 

​Application Requirements: An application will be considered complete and ready for review once we have received the following materials: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Letters of Recommendation (3). Letters of Recommendation should be submitted directly from the professional references via email to [email protected].

Application Resources: Please visit the Faculty Recruitment page to learn more about the application process. If you encounter any issues submitting your application or have any questions, please email [email protected] for assistance.

Faculty Compensation

Assistant Professor: $129,759 - $158,955

Associate Professor: $155,239 - $213,453

Full Professor: $175,795 – 307,641

**Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2026**

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.