Faculty Position in Ecology - University of New Mexico

UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO Department of Biology

FACULTY POSITIONS IN ECOLOGY

UNM Biology is seeking applications for two faculty positions in ecology. We anticipate one Open Rank position will be appointed at the level of Associate or Full Professor (tenure position or probationary appointment leading to tenure), and the second Open Rank position will either be at the Assistant (probationary leading to tenure-track) or Associate (leading to tenured decision) level. We are particularly interested in applicants with research and teaching interests that complement those of the current faculty in a broadly based and highly collaborative Department (http://biology.unm.edu/).

Programs within Biology include the Program in Interdisciplinary Biological and Biomedical Sciences (PIBBS), the Sevilleta LTER, the Sustainability Studies Program, the Museum of Southwestern Biology, and the Center for Evolutionary and Theoretical Immunology (CETI).

Open Rank (Associate to Full) Minimum: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline. Applicants must have a minimum of seven years experience beyond the terminal degree appropriate for the faculty rank of Associate to Full Professor, demonstrated teaching competence, and an established reputation within and outside the University in a specialized field of scholarly work. Preferred: We seek a colleague with demonstrated publication record in peer- reviewed journals; commitment to establishing a vigorous and independent funded research program; research area that compliments existing research in the department; evidence of a commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate through graduate levels; enthusiasm for being a collegial member of vigorous biology department with diverse research interests. Posting #0811671

Open Rank (Assistant to Associate) Minimum: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline. Applicants must have at least two years of relevant postdoctoral experience by September 15, 2012. Preferred: We seek a colleague with demonstrated excellence in research, demonstrated publication record in peer-reviewed journals; commitment to establishing a vigorous and independent funded research program; research area that complements existing research in the Department; promise of a commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate through graduate levels; and enthusiasm for being a collegial member of a vigorous biology department with diverse research interests. Posting #0811670

All application materials must be received by September 15, 2011, for best consideration. The position will remain open until filled. For complete details or to apply, please visit: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ and reference posting numbers listed above.

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.