FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Department of Natural Sciences at Baruch College, City University of New York, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Biology/Environmental Studies starting September 1, 2017. The candidate is expected to establish an externally funded research program that will complement the collaborative, interdisciplinary environment at Baruch College. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory courses and advanced courses for Biology majors and Environmental Studies minor. Baruch College offers modern laboratory equipment/facilities and its location in midtown Manhattan provides access to a diverse range of research institutions and collaborators. Competitive applicants should have a strong publication record and the desire to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.
QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field is required by September 1, 2017 when the appointment begins. We welcome applicants working in any area of environmental biology from molecular through ecosystem levels, however, experience in global change biology, coastal ecology, or urban ecology is desirable. All applicants should show promise of teaching excellence and a commitment to mentoring undergraduate researchers. Competitive applicants will have relevant teaching experience and peer-reviewed publications in their field. COMPENSATION CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. CLOSING DATE Review of resumes begins on December 17, 2016; to ensure consideration, please apply by January 31, 2017. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. HOW TO APPLY: STEP ONE - To be considered for this position, please submit your application online by clicking on "Apply Now" through this link https://home.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psp/cnyepprd/GUEST/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_C E.GBL? Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=16046&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1 Candidates should provide a cover letter, research and teaching statements, current curriculum vitae, and supplementary documents (publications, manuscripts, and teaching evaluations if any) in doc, pdf or rtf format in one file. STEP TWO - Go to https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/hrref/ All applicants are required to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted electronically by their references as described below. Please go to https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/hrref/ and enter the contact information for three (3) references. The online system will automatically send your references a request to submit a letter via the system. Full instructions will be provided. Emailed or hard copy applications will not be considered. If you have any questions, please contact HR at 646-660-6590.
