[ECOLOG-L] Two Postdoc Positions in Biodiversity Informatics at Arizona State University

2018-11-14 Thread Nico Franz
The Biodiversity Knowledge Integration Center (BioKIC) at Arizona State 
University (ASU) invites applications for two postdoctoral research scholar 
positions in biodiversity informatics. The positions are part of a new 
Biodiversity Data Science Initiative launched at ASU and led by Beckett Sterner 
and Nico Franz. The initiative will focus on building an innovative web 
platform that leverages theoretical advancements and prototype software for 
taxonomic concept alignment (https://doi.org/10.1093/sysbio/syw023), with the 
goal to establish a scalable taxonomic intelligence service that will carry 
value for scientific audiences, science publishers, government agencies, and 
environmental consulting firms. The platform will accelerate the growth of 
high-quality, reproducible biological data by driving the adoption of taxonomic 
intelligence metadata in scientific datasets and journals.

Position 1 ad: https://sols.asu.edu/sites/default/files/job_12575.pdf

Position 2 ad: https://sols.asu.edu/sites/default/files/job_12643.pdf

We are committed to open science and an inclusive, equitable, and team-oriented 
work environment that promotes the candidate's career and personal advancement. 
The Biodiversity Data Science Initiative is located within the School of Life 
Sciences and Natural History Collections at Arizona State University. This 
setting offers a supportive and stimulating environment, with a diverse 
collection of faculty with expertise across the life and computational 
sciences, as well as access to excellent academic and computing resources. The 
Initiative is further supported by faculty from ASU's School of Computing, 
Informatics, and Decision Systems Engineering and external experts in data 
science for systematic biology. In addition, the postdoctoral researcher will 
be able to take advantage of multiple seminar series and a large community of 
faculty, postdocs, and students. Arizona State University offers a rich 
environment for early-career researchers and a wide range of support programs 
for postdocs.

Exploratory e-mail inquiries are strongly encouraged. Interested applicants 
should send a one-page research statement, clearly indicating their 
qualifications and motivation to join the project, Curriculum Vitae, and 
contact information for three references to nico.fr...@asu.edu and 
bster...@asu.edu. The review of applications is rolling until the search is 
closed. The start date is flexible, with a preference for January 1, 2019.

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range of $55,000 to 75,000 
annually, plus ASU benefits, for exceptionally well qualified applicants. 
Reasonable relocation funds are available.


[ECOLOG-L] New Position at Arizona State University: NEON Biorepository Project Manager

2018-10-19 Thread Nico Franz
Inquiries strongly encouraged.

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The Arizona State University (ASU) School of Life Sciences and Biodiversity 
Knowledge Integration Center (BioKIC) are seeking a Project Manager for the 
National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) Biorepository. NEON 
(neonscience.org) is a continental-scale ecological observation facility, 
sponsored by the 
National Science Foundation and operated by Battelle. The project is expected 
to run for 30 years. For each project year, the NEON Biorepository at ASU will 
receive, process, store, and make available an average of 100,000 biodiversity 
occurrences sampled at more than 80 sites across the United States. The diverse 
samples include DNA extractions, frozen soil samples, bulk and pinned insect 
collections, herbarium vouchers, and partial or entire vertebrate specimens, 
among others. A high rate of sample use for NEON-related research projects is 
expected. A new data portal will support the discovery and transactions of 
samples, as well as usage statistics. The project will transition throughout a 
multi-year infrastructure and service growth phase before reaching its full 
capacity. 
Achieving these goals will require reliable coordination of project personnel 
and budgets, space renovations and infrastructure creation, and timely 
reporting to 
internal and outside institutions, including the NEON research community and 
greater public.

For more position details and to apply:

1. Go to: https://cfo.asu.edu/applicant
2. Click on "External staff"
3. Enter: 46498BR

Contact: nico.fr...@asu.edu


[ECOLOG-L] New Position at Arizona State University: NEON Biorepository Invertebrate Collections Manager

2018-10-19 Thread Nico Franz
Inquiries strongly encouraged.

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The Arizona State University (ASU) School of Life Sciences is seeking an 
Invertebrate Collections Manager for the National Ecological 
Observatory Network Biorepository (NEON). This project is expected to run for 
30 years. For each project year, the NEON Biorepository at ASU 
will receive, process, store, and make available for research an average of 
100,000 biodiversity occurrences sampled at more than 80 sites 
across the United States. We will facilitate this by creating a data portal to 
support occurrence discovery and tracking of sample transactions 
and usage statistics. The invertebrate collections manager will play a critical 
role in coordinating these tasks, focusing on the high-volume and 
taxonomically diverse samples of pinned and pooled ground beetles (Carabidae), 
mosquitoes (Culicidae), pitfall trap "by-catch", and aquatic 
macroinvertebrates. The position requires expertise in arthropod/insect 
diversity and identification, and an ability to develop new data products 
to leverage the research potential of NEON invertebrate specimens with the 
greater community.

For more position details and to apply:

1. Go to: https://cfo.asu.edu/applicant
2. Click on "External staff"
3. Enter: 46496BR

Contact: nico.fr...@asu.edu


[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Research Position in Biodiversity Informatics at Arizona State University

2018-10-10 Thread Nico Franz
The Biodiversity Knowledge Integration Center (BioKIC) at Arizona State 
University (ASU) invites applications for a postdoctoral research scholar 
position in biodiversity informatics. The position is 
part of a new Biodiversity Data Science Initiative launched at ASU and led by 
Beckett Sterner and Nico Franz. The initiative will focus on building an 
innovative web platform that leverages 
theoretical advancements and prototype software for taxonomic concept alignment 
(https://doi.org/10.1093/sysbio/syw023), with the goal to establish a scalable 
taxonomic intelligence service 
that will carry value for scientific audiences, science publishers, government 
agencies, and environmental consulting firms. The platform will accelerate the 
growth of high-quality, reproducible 
biological data by driving the adoption of taxonomic intelligence metadata in 
scientific datasets and journals. This postdoctoral research scholar position 
will focus on developing a web-based 
taxonomic intelligence platform and innovating better solutions for knowledge 
representation and reasoning at scale.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in biology, computer science, or 
related field, and minimally two years for experience in building 
production-level software. The successful candidate 
will also have a strong record of achievement in biodiversity informatics, 
linked data/knowledge engineering and Semantic Web technologies; including, for 
example, knowledge representation 
(e.g., RDF) and machine reasoning (e.g., Answer Set Programming), data search, 
management, knowledge graphs, visualization, and software development, with 
knowledge of biological 
systematics being highly beneficial. Technical proficiency in full-stack 
programming is critical (HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Python, SQL, as well as NoSQL). 
The ability to select technologies, and 
rapidly iterate on the implementation of a high-quality, functional and 
scalable system is preferred. Mentoring of students and co-/authorship of 
peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and of 
research proposals, will be strongly encouraged.

We are committed to open science and an inclusive, equitable, and team-oriented 
work environment that promotes the candidate's career and personal advancement. 
The Biodiversity Data 
Science Initiative is located within the School of Life Sciences and Natural 
History Collections at Arizona State University. This setting offers a 
supportive and stimulating environment, with a 
diverse collection of faculty with expertise across the life and computational 
sciences, as well as access to excellent academic and computing resources. The 
Initiative is further supported by 
faculty from ASU's School of Computing, Informatics, and Decision Systems 
Engineering and external experts in data science for systematic biology. In 
addition, the postdoctoral researcher will be 
able to take advantage of multiple seminar series and a large community of 
faculty, postdocs, and students. Arizona State University offers a rich 
environment for early-career researchers and a 
wide range of support programs for postdocs.

Exploratory e-mail inquiries are strongly encouraged. Interested applicants 
should send a one-page research statement, clearly indicating their 
qualifications and motivation to join the project, 
Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three references to 
nico.fr...@asu.edu. The review of applications will begin October 26, 2018; if 
not filled, applications will be reviewed every week 
thereafter until the search is closed. The start date is flexible, with a 
preference for January 1, 2019.

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range of $55,000 to 75,000 
annually, plus ASU benefits, for exceptionally well-qualified applicants. 
Reasonable relocation funds are available.

Full position ad: https://sols.asu.edu/sites/default/files/job_12575.pdf


[ECOLOG-L] New position at Arizona State University -- Biodiversity Informatician

2018-08-21 Thread Nico Franz
Posted to Ecolog Listserv.

E-mail inquiries are encouraged!

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Biodiversity Informatician (Database Analyst)

The Arizona State University (ASU) School of Life Sciences and Biodiversity 
Knowledge 
Integration Center (BioKIC) is seeking a Biodiversity Informatician for the 
National 
Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) Biorepository. NEON 
(https://www.neonscience.org/) is a continental-scale ecological observation 
facility, 
sponsored by the National Science Foundation and operated by Battelle. The 
project is 
expected to run for 30 years. For each project year, the NEON Biorepository at 
ASU will 
receive, process, store, and make available an average of 100,000 biodiversity 
occurrences sampled at more than 80 sites across the United States. The diverse 
samples include DNA extractions, frozen soil samples,bulk and pinned insect 
collections, 
herbarium vouchers, and partial or entire vertebrate specimens, among others. A 
high 
rate of sample use for NEON-related research projects is expected. The NEON 
Biorepository will facilitate this by creating a data portal - sustained by the 
open source 
Symbiota software platform - to support occurrence discovery, tracking of 
sample 
transactions, integration of collections data and usage statistics 
(publications, etc.), and 
by maintaining high-quality biodiversity data in compliance with international 
standards. 
The biodiversity informatician will play a critical role in providing and 
refining these 
services to benefit the greater NEON research community.

Envisioned start date: November 1st, 2018. 

For more position details and to apply,

1. Go to: https://cfo.asu.edu/applicant
2. Click on "External Staff", and
3. Search for "44904BR".

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Nico M. Franz, Ph.D.
School of Life Sciences, PO Box 874108
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-4108

E-mail: nico.fr...@asu.edu
Web: https://isearch.asu.edu/profile/1804402


[ECOLOG-L] New position at Arizona State University -- Cryo-Collections Manager

2018-08-17 Thread Nico Franz
E-mail inquiries are encouraged!

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Cryo-Collections Manager / Research Specialist Senior

   The Arizona State University (ASU) School of Life Sciences and Biodiversity 
Knowledge Integration Center (BioKIC) are seeking a Cryo-Collections Manager 
for the 
National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) Biorepository. NEON 
(https://www.neonscience.org/) is a continental-scale ecological observation 
facility, sponsored 
by the National Science Foundation and operated by Battelle. The project is 
expected to run for 30 years. For each project year, the NEON Biorepository at 
ASU will 
receive, process, store, and make available an average of 100,000 biodiversity 
occurrences sampled at more than 80 sites across the United States. The diverse 
samples include DNA extractions, frozen soil samples, bulk and pinned insect 
collections, herbarium vouchers, and partial or entire vertebrate specimens, 
among 
others. Large portions of samples are designated for cryo-storage - using a 
combination of ultralow and liquid nitrogen (LN2) freezers - to ensure 
long-term 
preservation and suitability for molecular/genomic research. A high rate of 
sample use for NEON-related research projects is expected. The NEON 
Biorepository will 
facilitate this by creating a data portal to support occurrence discovery, 
tracking of sample transactions, integration of collections data and usage 
statistics, and by 
maintaining or linking to high-quality biodiversity and molecular data, in 
compliance with international standards. The cryo-collections manager will play 
a central role in 
coordinating these tasks, with particular focus on designing and maintaining 
the molecular/genomic collections.

   Envisioned start date: November 1st, 2018.

For more position details and to apply,
 
1. Go to: https://cfo.asu.edu/applicant
2. Click on "External Staff", and
3. Search for "44719BR".

--

Nico M. Franz, Ph.D.
School of Life Sciences, PO Box 874108
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-4108

E-mail: nico.fr...@asu.edu
Web: https://isearch.asu.edu/profile/1804402


[ECOLOG-L] ASU - New postdoctoral position in revisionary insect systematics

2014-05-28 Thread Nico Franz
Link to URL: 
http://taxonbytes.org/new-postdoctoral-position-in-revisionary-insect-systematics/

Postdoctoral Researcher – Revisionary Insect Systematics
School of Life Sciences
Arizona State University

A postdoctoral position in revisionary insect systematics is available in the 
Franz Lab 
(http://taxonbytes.org/), School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University. We 
seek a candidate 
with an exceptional record of training and achievement in morphology-based 
taxonomic revisions 
of insects and a motivation to integrate their research with developing 
biodiversity informatics 
concepts and tools. The taxonomic specialization within insects is open and 
subject to 
coordination; however a training background including weevils (Curculionoidea) 
or other beetle 
lineages (Coleoptera), or motivation to transition to such taxa, is preferred. 
The Franz Lab is 
involved in several biodiversity informatics initiatives 
(http://taxonbytes.org/informatics/); 
therefore the creative integration of revisionary research products with these 
and others initiatives 
is desired. Excellent leadership, communication and student mentoring skills 
are also sought. The 
preferred starting date is October 1st to December 1st, 2014, and funds are 
available for up to 
three years pending suitable progress. The position includes standard ASU 
benefits for 
postdoctoral researchers.

Applicants should send a cover letter describing their interests and relevant 
experience, a 
Curriculum Vitae, and contact information of at least three references to: Dr. 
Nico Franz, School of 
Life Sciences, Arizona State University, PO Box 874501, Tempe, AZ, 85287-4501. 
E-mail: 
nico.fr...@asu.edu (e-mail applications preferred). Informal inquiries via 
e-mail are strongly 
encouraged. The initial closing date for receipt of applications is July 1st, 
2014; applications will be 
reviewed every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed.

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an 
equal 
opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through 
diversity. Women and 
minorities are encouraged to apply (https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/). For 
additional information on 
the School of Life Sciences, please visit http://sols.asu.edu


Nico M. Franz, Ph.D.
Associate Professor  Curator of Insects

School of Life Sciences
PO Box 874501
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 85287-4501

Lab: (480) 965-2850
Collection:(480) 965-2036
Fax: (480) 965-6899
E-mail: nico.fr...@asu.edu

Website: http://taxonbytes.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxonbytes  
ASUHIC: 
http://symbiota4.acis.ufl.edu/scan/portal/collections/misc/collprofiles.php?collid=1
WoNA: http://symbiota4.acis.ufl.edu/scan/portal/checklists/checklist.php?cl=1


[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Student Opportunities in Evolutionary Biology at Arizona State University

2013-10-24 Thread Nico Franz
Graduate Student Opportunities in Evolutionary Biology at Arizona State
University

The School of Life Sciences (SoLS) at Arizona State University
(https://sols.asu.edu/) is recruiting outstanding graduate student
applicants in Evolutionary Biology. Located in the Valley of the Sun in
Tempe, Arizona, SoLS houses a broad group of more than 100 faculty and 250
graduate students engaged in cutting-edge research across the spectrum of
biological sciences. As one of the top research institutions in the country,
we offer diverse opportunities for graduate training – largely tailored to a
student's individual interests and background.

Evolutionary Biology is a growing interdisciplinary graduate degree program
that offers Ph.D.-level training in the historical, conceptual, empirical,
and quantitative aspects of biological evolution. The program is supported
by a diverse faculty affiliated with numerous science units across the
university (see
https://sols.asu.edu/graduate-studies/degrees/evolutionary-biology/faculty).
It provides bridges between temporal and spatial scales, allows integration
of information and patterns across levels of organization, and informs the
theoretical foundations of subfields ranging from population genetics to
systematics to ecosystem ecology. 

Student training opportunities range from unit-based programs such as those
in the School of Life Sciences and the School of Human Evolution and Social
Change (https://shesc.asu.edu/), to collaborations with major ASU research
institutes and centers  including the Institute for Human Origins
(http://iho.asu.edu/), the Center for Social Dynamics and Complexity
(https://csdc.asu.edu/), the International Institute for Species Exploration
(http://species.asu.edu/), the Center for Biology and Society
(https://cbs.asu.edu/), and the Center for Evolutionary Medicine and
Informatics (http://www.biodesign.asu.edu/research/research-centers). School
of Life Sciences Ph.D. students receive a minimum of five years guaranteed
funding through research and teaching fellowships.

The application deadline for entry in the Fall semester of 2014 is December
15, 2013. Information about how to apply is available at
https://sols.asu.edu/graduate-studies/degrees/evolutionary-biology/process.

We strongly encourage prospective candidates to explore the breadth of our
research activities on-line and contact specific faculty members prior to
submitting an application. General questions regarding the Ph.D. program in
Evolutionary Biology may be addressed to Drs. Michael Rosenberg
(m...@asu.edu) or Nico Franz (nico.fr...@asu.edu).

Submitted by Nico Franz
http://taxonbytes.org/


[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral position in insect systematics and biogeography available at Arizona State University

2012-11-08 Thread Nico Franz
Dear ECOLOG-L:

My lab has an opening for a postdoc in insect systematics (primarily
molecular phylogenetics) and biogeography. Prospective candidates are
encouraged to contact me.

http://sols.asu.edu/employment/pdfs/f12_insectsys_postdoc.pdf

Regards,

Nico M. Franz, Ph.D.
Associate Professor  Curator of Insects
School of Life Sciences
PO Box 874501
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 85287-4501

Office: (480) 965-2036
Collection: (480) 965-2850
Fax: (480) 965-6899
E-mail: nico.franz @ asu.edu nico.franz at asu.edu

Franz Lab: http://franz.lab.asu.edu/
ASUHIC:
http://symbiota1.acis.ufl.edu/scan/portal/collections/misc/collprofiles.php?collid=1


[ECOLOG-L] Biodiversity Informatician, School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University (position announcement)

2012-09-20 Thread Nico Franz
The School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University invites applications
for a Biodiversity Informatician. This is an academic, non-tenure track
faculty research associate appointment.

Arizona State University is a dynamic, progressive university dedicated to
interdisciplinary collaborations, to rethinking university education, and to
integrating excellence in both research and teaching. The School of Life
Sciences (SOLS) at Arizona State University's Tempe campus is committed to
strengthening its impact in the fields of biodiversity informatics research
and virtual collections management. SOLS maintains organismal collections
totaling more than 1.5 million preserved specimens, and has played an
instrumental role in creating the Southwest Environmental Information
Network (SEINet) which serves more than 2 million records and 100,000 images
on-line.

The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with SOLS
curators, collection managers, and affiliated researchers and students to
advise, develop, and implement database-driven web applications aimed at the
electronic dissemination of biological specimen and observation records.
Focal areas include the future development of SEINet and its underlying
software platform Symbiota, amalgamation and synthesis of all SOLS virtual
collections into a unified web portal, participation in novel biodiversity
informatics research projects, and integration with other initiatives and
services in this dynamic field (e.g. CAP-LTER, Complexity of Life, Global
Names, GBIF, iDigBio). The selected candidate will assume co-leadership in
developing successful externally funded informatics projects, and serve as
liaison between ASU collections researchers and students, network
administrators, and other ASU information technology support staff.
Additional responsibilities may include participation in the creation and
implementation of a new teaching curriculum in the field of biodiversity
informatics.

Candidates must have an advanced degree (M.Sc. or higher) in Biology or
Computer Science; minimally three years of experience in biodiversity
informatics research and software development; and a strong familiarity with
biocollections data management (e.g. DarwinCore) and contemporary
nomenclatural and taxonomic practices and standards (e.g. TDWG). Desired
qualifications include participation in recent federally funded research
projects in this field (NSF-ADBC program, iDigBio, GBIF, etc.); extensive
experience with programming languages and database-driven web application
development, and specifically skills in database design and management such
as AJAX, CMS (e.g. Drupal), HTML 5, CSS, SQL, XML, network and server
administration, and scripting languages (Java, JavaScript, Perl, PHP,
Python, Ruby); familiarity with Web 2.0 programming technologies; high
adaptability to meet new challenges; and evidence of strong verbal and
written communication skills, including grantspersonship.

Salary will be negotiable, depending on qualifications. To apply, send a
cover letter, curriculum vitae, and up to three other items of choice that
represent the ability to work as biodiversity informatician to Anna Fields,
attn: Biodiversity Informatician Search Committee, School of Life Sciences,
PO Box 874501, Tempe, AZ 85287-4501, with electronic applications sent as
PDF files to solsfacultysear...@asu.edu preferred
(mailto:solsfacultysear...@asu.edu). The initial closing date for receipt of
complete applications is October 14, 2012. For additional information,
please feel free to contact Nico Franz (nico.fr...@asu.edu) or Les Landrum
(les.land...@asu.edu). A background check is required for employment at
Arizona State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
committed to excellence through diversity. We especially encourage women and
minorities to apply (see https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/). For additional
information on the School of Life Sciences, please visit http://sols.asu.edu.

This announcement is also available as a PDF at
http://sols.asu.edu/employment/pdfs/f12_bio_info_research_associate.pdf

Posted by Nico Franz. http://franz.lab.asu.edu/


[ECOLOG-L] U Puerto Rico - Tenure Track - Animal Behavior / Population Ecology

2008-03-14 Thread Nico Franz
Position Vacancy in Animal Behavior and/or Population Ecology

The Department of Biology, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez (UPRM,
www.uprm.edu/biology) invites applications for a Tenure-track Position as
Assistant Professor in Animal Behavior and/or Animal Population Ecology to
begin August 2008 or until position is filled.  A Ph.D. degree is required,
post doctoral experience desired.  Candidates must demonstrate teaching
skills for undergraduate courses in Animal Behavior, Evolution and General
Biology and graduate courses in Population Ecology and Behavioral Ecology as
well as the ability to design and develop courses in area of specialty.  The
successful candidate will be expected to develop an active research program
along with his/her teaching duties.  Research collaboration with other
faculty from Agricultural Sciences and Engineering as well as both
undergraduate and graduate students is desirable.  External funds, when
obtained, will allow eligibility for release time and/or additional
compensation during the academic year and/or summer.  UPRM is a Land-Grant,
Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution; interaction with faculty and
researchers in these fields is encouraged.  Puerto Rico represents a
suitable setting to develop research in tropical systems, and the University
of Puerto Rico stimulates collaboration with active faculty and students in
a wide range of the Biological Sciences and Biotechnology.  Benefits include
health insurance, relocation costs (if applicable), and tuition waivers in
the UPR system for immediate family members.  Knowledge of English and
Spanish or a willingness to learn is desirable.  Please send Curriculum
Vitae, statements of research interests and teaching philosophy, and contact
information for three references (by e-mail with hardcopy to follow) by
April 14, 2008 to Dr. Lucy Bunkley-Williams, Director, ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
 Department of Biology, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus, P.O. Box
9012, Mayagüez, Puerto Rico 00681-9012.  The University of Puerto Rico is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

Submitted by Nico Franz
http://academic.uprm.edu/~franz/


UPR - Mayaguez - Molecular Genetics

2007-11-04 Thread Nico Franz
The Department of Biology, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez (UPRM
http://biology.uprm.edu ) invites applications for a Tenure-track Position
as Assistant Professor in Molecular Genetics, to begin July 2008 or until
position is filled. A Ph.D. degree is required. Preferred qualifications are
a strong background in cell cycle biology or human genetics. Candidates must
demonstrate teaching skills for undergraduate and graduate courses including
Genetics and Eukaryotic Molecular Genetics, and the ability to design and
develop courses in area of specialty.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop an active research
program. Collaboration with other faculty as well as both undergraduate and
graduate students is desirable. External funds, if obtained, will allow
eligibility for release time and additional compensation during the academic
year and/or summer. UPRM is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant
institution; interaction with faculty and researchers in these fields is
encouraged. Puerto Rico represents a suitable setting to develop research in
tropical systems, and the University of Puerto Rico stimulates collaboration
with active faculty and students in a wide range of the Biological Sciences
and Biotechnology. Benefits include health insurance, relocation costs (if
applicable), and tuition waivers in the UPR system for immediate family
members. Knowledge of English and Spanish or a willingness to learn is
desirable. For more information, please contact:

Dr. Lucy Williams
Department of Biology
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
PO Box 9012
Mayaguez, PR 00681 USA

E-mail : lwilliams at uprm.edu
Phone : 787-265-3837
Fax : 787-834-3673


Tenure-track Position in Restoration Ecology, University of Puerto Rico

2007-01-02 Thread Nico Franz
The Department of Biology, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez (UPRM,
www.biology.uprm.edu) invites applications for a Tenure-track Position as
Assistant Professor in Restoration Ecology, to begin July 1st, 2007. A Ph.D.
degree is required. Preferred qualifications include a strong background in
terrestrial ecosystems and botany.

Candidates must demonstrate teaching skills for undergraduate courses in
Botany and graduate courses in Restoration Ecology with a focus on
terrestrial ecosystems, as well as the ability to design and develop courses
in area of specialization. The successful candidate will be expected to
develop an active research program and to undertake specific projects of
restoration in the tropics. Collaboration with other faculty as well as both
undergraduate and graduate students is desirable. Release time will be
available during the first semester for writing grant proposals and for
laboratory and research setup. External funds, if obtained, will allow
continued eligibility for release time and additional compensation during
the academic year and/or summer. 

UPRM is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution. Interaction
with faculty and researchers in these fields and Biotechnology is
encouraged. Puerto Rico represents an exceptional setting to develop
research in tropical systems, and UPRM has full access to biological
stations and a formal collaboration agreement with a renowned community
organization dedicated to forest management and conservation. Benefits
include health insurance, relocation costs (if applicable), and tuition
waivers in the UPR system for immediate family members. Knowledge of English
and Spanish or a willingness to learn is desirable.

Please send Curriculum Vitae, statement of research and teaching interests,
and three letters of reference before March 1st, 2007 to: Dr. Lucy
Bunkley-Williams, Director, Department of Biology, University of Puerto
Rico, Mayagüez Campus, P.O. Box 9012, Mayagüez, Puerto Rico 00681-9012. The
application can be submitted electronically to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with hard
copy following. The University of Puerto Rico is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. M/F/V/H