In the Department of Biology, at the University of Dayton we are hiring an Ecologist. We have a TA-funded PhD program, significant start-up monies available and a renovated, single-use, lab space among other nice features. Teaching load is quite reasonable.
Search Chair: ryan.mce...@udayton.edu Link: https://jobs.udayton.edu/postings/18334 Application deadline is November 6, 2015. Official Position Description Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biology with Specialization in Ecology Summary: The Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Biology, specializing in Ecology, to join the faculty beginning August 16, 2016. All areas of specialization in ecology will be considered, with preference given to candidates with a strong field component to their research. We particularly seek candidates with experience advising and teaching students from diverse backgrounds, and who will contribute to our collaborative culture. Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate will be expected to develop a nationally competitive, extramurally funded research program that involves Ph.D., M.S. and undergraduate students. Teaching expectations typically include an upper-level topical course in ecology with accompanying lab alternating with an undergraduate/graduate lecture or introductory biology. The faculty hire will be expected to mentor graduate and undergraduate students and serve as an academic advisor to biology and environmental biology majors. In addition, the faculty hire will be expected to participate in the departments outside speaker program, a graduate special topics journal club course, and to supervise an occasional undergraduate seminar course. Required Qualifications: - A Ph.D. in Biology, Ecology or a related discipline - Commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level - Demonstrated record of excellence in ecological research Preferred Qualifications: - Relevant post-doctoral experience - Excellent record of peer-reviewed publication in scientific journals - Demonstrated experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research - Demonstration of research program including ecological field sampling - Demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive, collegial, work atmosphere - Commitment to advising and teaching students from diverse backgrounds The successful candidate will have opportunities to engage in and contribute to the University of Dayton’s emphasis on sustainability education and research initiatives through the Hanley Sustainability Institute. Established by a $12.5 million lead gift from the George and Amanda Hanley Foundation, the Institute supports student and faculty research, the development of sustainability curriculum, and sustainability initiatives in the greater Dayton community. More information about the Hanley Sustainability Institute, including research grant opportunities for University of Dayton faculty members funded by the Institute, can be found at http://go.udayton.edu/hsi. The University of Dayton, founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, is a top ten Catholic research university. The University seeks outstanding, diverse faculty and staff who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research and artistic creativity, the development of the whole person, and leadership and service in the local and global community. To attain its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, inclusion and affirmative action and to equal opportunity policies and practices. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. ----------- *Ryan W. McEwan, PhD* *Associate Professor of Ecology* *Environmental Biology Program Director* *Department of Biology University of Dayton 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469-2320 * *Office phone: 1.937.229.2558Email: ryan.mce...@udayton.edu <ryan.mce...@udayton.edu>Lab: http://academic.udayton.edu/ryanmcewan <http://academic.udayton.edu/ryanmcewan>* *Twitter: https://twitter.com/mcewanlab <https://twitter.com/mcewanlab>*
