Research Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine, Epidemiology at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req36247

Working Title:
Research Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine, Epidemiology

Position Summary:
The University of New Mexico, Health Sciences Center,Department of Internal Medicine, seeks faculty members to join the Division of Epidemiology,Biostatistics, and Preventive Medicine. This position is an Assistant Professorrank and Research track. Salary and rankwill be commensurate with experience and education.
Campus:
UNM Health Sciences Center

Benefits Eligble:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Department:
IM Epi (852Q)

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Research
Hiring Department:
School of Medicine

Academic Location:
IM Epi (852Q)
Benefits Eligible:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 4/17/2026. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD or MD degree with a track record of Bioinformatic Research
• Must be eligible to work in the US

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in multi-omics bioinformatics analysis (e.g., genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics, metagenomics) and development of scalable computational workflows for biomedical research.
• Experience applying machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to large biological datasets for biomarker discovery, disease prediction, or host-pathogen investigations.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics programming and high-performance computing environments, including Python, R, Linux-based workflows, and HPC/cloud platforms for reproducible pipeline development.
• Evidence of strong scholarly productivity and research dissemination, including peer-reviewed publications, manuscript development, and presentation of findings at scientific conferences, along with demonstrated experience mentoring or training students/staff.
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.