WILDLIFE ECOLOGIST: The Cooperative Wildlife Research Laboratory and Zoology Department, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale are accepting applications for a Wildlife Ecologist with an emphasis in environmental stress. This position is a 12-month, 75/25 research/teaching, tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level. The successful applicant will have a split appointment of 75% with the Cooperative Wildlife Research Laboratory within the Office of the Vice Chancellor of Research/Graduate Dean, and 25% within the Department of Zoology in the College of Science.
Minimum requirements: Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. in wildlife ecology, zoology, biology, chemistry or related discipline with demonstrated strong experience in studying the effects of environmental stressors on terrestrial or wetland vertebrates from organismal to ecosystem levels. Analytical experience including preparation and analysis of tissues and other samples is desirable. Postdoctoral experience and previous involvement with federal and state agencies will be important assets for the successful candidate. Duties and responsibilities: Areas of research emphasis could include ecotoxicology, endocrine disruptors, environmental physiology, climate change, disease, or the interaction of multiple stressors. The incumbent will be expected to develop an externally funded research program based in one or more of the above areas, teach related courses, and advise graduate and undergraduate students. Application deadline: October 3, 2011 or until filled. To apply: Via U.S. Mail or email, send (1) a single pdf file composed of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and separate statements of research interests and teaching philosophy; (2) names and contact information for 3 references; and (3) pdfs of up to 4 recent publications to: Dr. Eric Hellgren, Search Committee Chair, Wildlife Ecologist at hellg...@siu.edu. Electronic applications preferred. [Mailing address: Dr. Eric Hellgren, Cooperative Wildlife Research Lab, Mail Code 6504, SIUC, 1125 Lincoln Dr., Carbondale, IL 62901.] SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
