POSITION: Assistant Professor of Biology: Aquatic Microbial Ecology or Aquatic Microbiology
QUALIFICATIONS: The Department of Biology and the Center for Reservoir and Aquatic Systems Research (CRASR) are pleased to accept applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the areas of aquatic microbial ecology or aquatic microbiology. We are seeking candidates who use molecular techniques to study the ecology of microorganisms and their relationship to the environment and/or human health. Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree and have a strong track record in research and scholarship. The successful candidate will have his/her tenure line in the Department of Biology but will also be expected to contribute strongly to the interdisciplinary research within CRASR. A strong record of publishing and the potential or record for securing external funds is essential. Additional information regarding the Department of Biology and CRASR and our current research areas is available at http://www.baylor.edu/biology and http://www.baylor.edu/CRASR. RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will develop a vibrant, independent and externally-funded research program with a record of refereed publications in high quality journals. The applicant will be expected to participate in mentoring and supporting graduate students. Baylor offers the Ph.D. and Master's in Biology as well as interdisciplinary Ph.D. degrees through The Institute of Ecological, Earth and Environmental Sciences programs (TIE3S) and Institute of Biomedical Studies (BMS). Teaching is expected at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Courses to be taught will be adapted to the individual hired, but could include introductory courses for majors, microbiology, bacteriology, microbial ecology or more specialized courses in area of expertise. RANK AND SALARY: Tenure-track Assistant Professor. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2011 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, complete application materials must be submitted by November 15, 2011. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, submit application letter, CV, three representative publications, statements of research interest and plans, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, transcript of terminal degree and contact information for three references to: Dr. Ryan S. King Department of Biology Baylor University One Bear Place #97388 Waco, Texas 76798-7388 Phone: (254) 710-2911 Materials also may be submitted electronically as a single, merged PDF file to: ryan_s_k...@baylor.edu.
