ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGIST The College of Science, Health, and Engineering at Eastern Washington University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Biology in the area of Ecosystem Ecology. The position will begin mid-September 2015. The successful applicant will be expected to teach courses in ecology, ecosystem ecology, and area of expertise, contribute to introductory courses, and possibly to the Environmental Science Program. Other expectations include: developing/sustaining an active research program, obtaining external funding to support scholarly activities, supervising master's theses and undergraduate research, and advising/mentoring undergraduate students in Biology and Environmental Science. The Department of Biology includes a diverse faculty and over 450 undergraduate majors and Masters-level graduate students focusing on evolutionary, ecological, molecular, physiological, microbial, and health sciences. Eastern Washington University is 15 minutes from Spokane, Washington, which has a broad range of recreational an cultural opportunities. The University is located five minutes from Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in a biological sciences, ecosystem ecology, or closely related field (ABDs considered), as well as a commitment to quality teaching of a diverse student population. Preference may be given to candidates who offer at least one year of post-doctoral experience, teaching experience in ecology, and/or a research program that provides opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Ross Black (509-359- 4815; rbl...@ewu.edu). Applications must include a letter of application summarizing your teaching and research experience as it pertains to the description of the position, your cv, statement of teaching philosopy, statement of your research interests and goals, and pdf samples of your publications and/or funded grant proposals. Three confidential letters of reference are also required. Complete position information and detailed application instructions may be found here: https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu Deadline for applications is 11/15/2014. Eastern is an AA/EEO Employer; applications are encouraged from members of historically underrepresented groups and from all qualified individuals.
