The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES) seeks a full-time (12-month) Research Assistant Professor of Terrestrial Ecology or Ecosystem Science. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and demonstrated ability to develop a sound basic and applied research program. We encourage applicants from a broad range of sub-disciplines. Candidates must possess strong written and oral communication skills and the capability to develop an externally-funded research program and they should have a documented commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Post doctoral or equivalent experience and the procurement of extramural funding are preferred.
The successful candidate will play a central role in developing a new research program in terrestrial ecology/ecosystem science relevant to Nevadas natural resources. There is significant potential for a motivated candidate to develop essential career skills in this position and the specific responsibilities are negotiable. NRES houses a diverse faculty, including wildlife ecologists, plant ecologists, hydrologists, aquatic ecologists, soil scientists and environmental scientists, with a common mission of furthering understanding of natural resources and their management and conservation. Collaboration and interdisciplinary research will be especially encouraged. The Department and College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources maintain numerous field sites throughout the region in addition to teaching, laboratory and office facilities on the Reno campus. Nevada and its system of higher education are growing. The College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources was one of the founding colleges of the University of Nevada and its Experiment Station supports a diverse portfolio of research relevant to the citizens of Nevada, the Nation, and UNR faculty are engaged in numerous international natural resource conservation and management efforts. Nevadas natural resources are some of the most diverse and interesting in the country and the Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station is at the forefront of addressing and solving natural resource management and conservation issues. The geography in and around the Reno area is beautiful and the City of Reno is one of the most desirable locations to live in the country. Salary and Start-Up Package: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience (12-month appointment). Application Deadline: Begin considering applications, September 15, 2007 Starting Date: November 1, 2007; start date negotiable Applicants should apply on-line at www.unrsearch.com/applicants/ Central?quickFind=16307 and will be asked to attach a cover letter, statements of research and plans, statement of philosophy and a current CV by October 1, 2007. Additionally, you may attach any Teaching Evaluations or Samples of Written Work. Either attach or send unofficial transcripts and three letters of reference to: Ms. Heidi McConnell, [EMAIL PROTECTED], Search Committee Secretary, Dept. of Natural Resources & Environmental Science, University of Nevada, Reno/MS 186, 1000 Valley Road, Reno, NV 89512-0013. Contact Dr. Kurt S. Pregitzer, Department Head ([EMAIL PROTECTED], 775-784-4000) for additional information about the position. EEO/AA.
