Virginia Tech Department of Biological Sciences Faculty Position in Molecular Ecology
The College of Science, in support of the universitys strategic plan, is expanding its research presence in: Energy and the Environment, Neuroscience, Nanoscience and Visualization, Pattern Recognition & Data Analytics through interdisciplinary faculty hires across departments. For further information, visit www.science.vt.edu under faculty openings. As part of this initiative, the Department of Biological Sciences at Virginia Tech anticipates a tenure-track opening in Molecular Ecology with an emphasis on the use of molecular genetic or genomic techniques to address questions related to the evolution, ecology and behavior of animals and/or plants, to start in August 2012. Appointment at the assistant professor level is anticipated but exceptional senior candidates will be considered. We seek candidates whose research areas complement existing focus groups in the department including Integrative Organismal Biology (http://www.biol.vt.edu/research/ibob), Molecular Plant Sciences (http://www.molplantsci.org.vt.edu), and the Ecosystem Research Group (http://www.biol.vt.edu/research/streamteam/ERG_webpage/Welcome). Applicants must have a Ph.D. in biological sciences or a closely related field and strong promise of developing an active research program. Preference will be given to applicants with post-doctoral research experience, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and demonstrated interest in collaborative research. Further information can be found at http://www.biol.vt.edu. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Jeff Walters, Chair, Molecular Ecology Search, Department of Biological Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, Tel: (540) 231-3847, Email: jrw...@vt.edu. Applications must be submitted online at http://listings.jobs.vt.edu (posting #0111163 and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests (one page each) and three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation should be sent by e-mail directly to mesearch2...@vt.edu. Review of applications will begin December 19, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Virginia Tech is an EO/AA university, and offers a wide range of networking and development opportunities to women and minorities in science and engineering. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Dr. Walters or call TTY 1-800-828-1120.
