Adjunct Research - Computer Science - Research (Williams Lab)

Job Title : Adjunct Research - Computer Science - Research (Williams Lab)

Posting End Date : January 23, 2026

• NOTE : Last day to apply is Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 11 : 59pm (MST)

Position Start Date : February 2, 2026

Required Degree : Bachelor's degree in computer science, computational biology, applied mathematics, statistics, or a related discipline.

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience : Strong quantitative and programming experience, as well as the ability to process large-scale datasets, are essential skills.

Duties / Expectations : Reconstructing pedigrees from genetic data and analyzing large genetic datasets to find identity-by-descent (IBD) segments that descend from a common ancestor of four or more individuals :

Documents Required at the Time of Application : Please attach your updated curriculum vitae and cover letter to the faculty application.

Note : Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and / or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

BYU Mission Alignment

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. It is anticipated that BYU faculty members will : (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

E mployment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.