Loyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Biology, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Aquatic Ecology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August, 2011. We are a large department that serves more than 1500 undergraduate majors and 25 M.S. students. We have modern laboratory facilities and a 2100 square-foot artificial stream facility. For an overview of the department visit www.luc.edu/biology/.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience, and will be expected to establish a vigorous, externally-funded research program involving undergraduates and M.S. students. Preference will be given to candidates working in freshwater ecology with research expertise complementing existing research strengths in the department. Teaching responsibilities shall include general biology, general ecology and an advanced course in the candidates area of specialization. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) distinguished scholarship, grant-funded research, and student mentorship. Candidates should complete the online application in full at www.careers.luc.edu with cover letter, CV, research plan, teaching philosophy statement, and names and contact information for 3 references. Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. Written inquiries about the position can be sent to: Aquatic Ecologist Search Committee, Loyola University Chicago, Department of Biology, 1032 West Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60660. Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to diversifying its faculty. Applications from women and minority candidates are especially encouraged. For information about LUC visit www.luc.edu.
