ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY Animal Biologist The Department of Biology at Hofstra University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, assistant professor position in any sub-discipline in Organismal Biology. The successful candidate will be qualified to teach an introductory Animal Form and Function course, as well as courses that compliment current and future department interests (including, but not exclusive to urban ecology, environmental biology, vertebrate biology, physiology, fresh water/marine biology). An interest in and/or experience with innovative teaching techniques is especially desirable. We seek an individual who is able to teach courses at a variety of levels, i.e. to non-majors, undergraduate majors, and Master's students. Faculty in Biology must maintain an active research program accessible to both undergraduate and Master's level students. The specific areas of research are open, however candidates who use an integrative, interdisciplinary approach are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and demonstrated teaching experience. Post-doctoral experience is preferred. Candidates should submit a letter of application, their CV, statements of research and teaching interests (indicating specific and detailed teaching experience), and have three letters of recommendation sent to the following address: Faculty Search, Department of Biology, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549-1140. The Department of Biology is a medium-sized, diverse, and growing department. Additional information about the department, faculty, facilities, etc. is posted on the web at: http://hofstra.edu/biology. Application materials should be received by 15 March 2007. Long Island has a variety of excellent natural areas for field work nearby, numerous large state and national parks, and many opportunities for urban ecologists as well. Dr. Russell Burke Department of Biology 114 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549 voice: (516) 463-5521 fax: 516-463-5112 http://www.people.hofstra.edu/faculty/russell_l_burke/
