East Carolina University ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Position Number: 001682 The Department of Biology at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC (the third largest university in the UNC system) invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in ecology and evolution of disease, including host-parasite interactions; to begin Aug. 18, 2014. A PhD in Biology or a closely related field is required. Possible research approaches include integration of empirical studies with theory, or of ecological and evolutionary investigations; but all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to establish an externally funded research program, actively engage in classroom teaching, advise undergraduate, Master's and Doctoral level students, and help promote diversity/equal opportunity in higher education. Candidates will have excellent opportunities to establish collaborations within the Department and/or with other academic units (e.g., Brody School of Medicine, College of Technology and Computer Science, Institute for Coastal Science and Policy, Center for Biodiversity, etc.). Appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level may be considered for a candidate with a well-established record of teaching and research.
Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Trip Lamb (la...@ecu.edu) or Dr. Kyle Summers (summe...@ecu.edu), Search Committee Chairs, Department of Biology, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, 27858-4353. Screening of applications will begin on November 15, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Official transcript and original hard copy reference letters are required upon employment. Qualifications: A PhD in Biology or a closely related field is required. Applicants must complete a candidate profile and submit a letter of application, statements of research interests and of teaching interests and philosophy, and a curriculum vitae, online; and arrange to have three current letters of reference sent to: Ecology and Evolution of Disease Search Committee Chairs, Department of Biology, Mail Stop 551, Howell Science Complex, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, 27858-4353 or emailed to ruggie...@ecu.edu. East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Visit this job posting at ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=72882.
