Greetings to all: We have a new position open to begin August 2007, ideally with an animal and molecular evolutionary ecology emphasis.
Animal Evolutionary Ecologist/Assistant Professor The Department of Biology at Willamette University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of assistant professor for an Evolutionary Ecologist to begin August 2007. Proficiency with molecular techniques is required. Preference will be given to candidates who research whole animal level questions and whose interests complement our existing field-based strengths. Specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to comparative morphology, population genetics, adaptation, speciation, and the evolution of species interactions. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an externally funded research program that involves undergraduates. Teaching duties include introductory biology, an intermediate course in Evolution, and a research methods course including molecular techniques and/or strong computational skills. Candidates must have a PhD, postdoctoral training, a record of peer-reviewed publication and scholarly accomplishments commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a concise description of research and teaching interests, and three letters of reference to Barbara Stebbins-Boaz, PhD, Chair, Department of Biology, Willamette University, 900 State St., Salem, OR 97301. Applications should be received by October 13, 2006. Please visit our website for more information at http://www.willamette.edu/. Willamette University maintains a strong institutional commitment to diversity & strives to recruit & retain candidates from communities of color & ethnic groups. Willamette University, Salem, Oregon, is a liberal arts community that values excellence in teaching and scholarship, and strong interdisciplinary interactions. Salem is the state capitol and is a short distance from the coast, the mountains, and metropolitan areas of Portland, Corvallis,, Eugene. Biology is housed in a spacious Olin science complex equipped with modern facilities for conducting effective programs in ecology and evolutionary biology at the molecular and organismal levels. The building includes a scanning electron microscope, animal care room, botanical garden, and greenhouse. Many field sites are accessible nearby.
