Tenure-Track Position Federated Department of Biological Sciences, Ecology and Evolution Section Rutgers University-Newark The Federated Department of Biological Sciences at Rutgers University- Newark seeks to hire an evolutionary biologist to fill a tenure-track vacancy in the Ecology and Evolution section of the Department effective September 2016 at the assistant professor level. Applications at the associate and full professor levels will also be considered. We seek applications from researchers who use innovative approaches to address fundamental evolutionary questions firmly grounded in organismal biology. We especially encourage applications from individuals working in one or more of the following areas: systematics, population and evolutionary genomics, species interactions, functional and behavioral biology, population biology, biodiversity, and diversification (speciation rate). This position builds on strengths in areas of organismal biology, ecology, evolution, systematics, and conservation biology. Rutgers University-Newark is a diverse and vibrant community of scholars and the Department of Biological Sciences offers unique opportunities for collaboration, as we are a federated department with the New Jersey Institute of Technology. More information about the Department and the full posting for this vacancy can be found at http://www.ncas.rutgers.edu/biology. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. and completed postdoctoral work focused on evolutionary biology. The successful candidate will have the ability to collaborate with diverse colleagues and disciplines, a strong publication record, and a demonstrated ability to develop a vigorous, extramurally funded research program. Evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring and a commitment to fostering and supporting diversity will be considered. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae, a statement of research and teaching goals, and the names and contact information of three references. Applications and enquiries should be directed to: Evolutionary Biology Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences Rutgers University-Newark 195 University Ave. Newark NJ 07102 USA (biose...@andromeda.rutgers.edu) Review of applications will begin December 15, 2015. Rutgers University-Newark encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities, and members of traditionally under-represented populations.
