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How much do tenure track assistant professor bioinformatics jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for tenure track assistant professor bioinformatics in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tenure track assistant professor in bioinformatics?

A Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Bioinformatics is an early-career faculty member at a college or university who specializes in the application of computational and statistical techniques to biological data. This position typically involves a combination of teaching, research, and service duties. The 'tenure track' designation means the professor is on a pathway that can lead to a permanent academic appointment (tenure), usually after a probationary period of several years. During this time, the professor is expected to demonstrate excellence in research, effective teaching, and meaningful contributions to their department and field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tenure track assistant professor in bioinformatics?

To thrive as a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Bioinformatics, a Ph.D. in bioinformatics or a related field, a strong publication record, and experience in teaching and research are essential. Proficiency with programming languages (such as Python or R), bioinformatics databases, and high-throughput data analysis tools is typically required. Strong communication, mentorship, and collaboration skills help build productive research teams and foster effective teaching. These skills and qualifications are critical for advancing research, securing funding, and contributing to both academic and scientific communities.

What are some common challenges faced by tenure track assistant professors in bioinformatics when balancing research, teaching, and service responsibilities?

Tenure Track Assistant Professors in Bioinformatics often juggle multiple responsibilities, including conducting innovative research, publishing in high-impact journals, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and participating in departmental service. Balancing these demands can be challenging, especially when establishing an independent research program and securing grant funding. Effective time management and prioritization are essential, as is seeking mentorship and building collaborations within and outside the department to support both research and teaching goals.

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Tenure-Track: Assistant Professor

College Station, TX • On-site

Texas A&M University
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Description
The Department of Statistics and Data Science in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas A&M University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions with anticipated start dates in August 2027. Both positions will be full-time, 9-month appointments.
The department encourages people from all areas of research to apply and is particularly interested in expertise in the broad areas of Biostatistics/Bioinformatics or Statistical AI/Machine Learning. Evidence of interdisciplinary research and focus on computational aspects is a plus. In addition to conducting outstanding research, the successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students, and provide service to the profession. Excellent computing facilities are available, and highly competitive startup funding and starting salaries are anticipated.
The Department of Statistics has a tradition of outstanding methodological, theoretical, computational, and interdisciplinary research. Current faculty members actively collaborate with colleagues within the department, throughout the university, and at many outside institutions.
Qualifications
A PhD/DSc degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Engineering or related fields is required.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants must include a cover letter, current Curriculum Vitae (CV), a personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, as applicable, and three (confidential) professional references.
To apply, please visit apply.interfolio.com/191883. All applications received by November 6, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct all inquiries to Dr. Samiran Sinha, Search Committee Chair at hiring@stat.tamu.edu.

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