INSECT ECOLOGY POSTION DESCRIPTION UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF ENTOMOLGY http://www.uky.edu/Ag/Entomology
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Entomology, Insect Ecology, twelve month, tenure track appointment, research (80 %), extension (20%) DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will develop a nationally recognized research program in an area related to the ecology and management of arthropod species in agricultural, forest, or urban environments. Areas of research emphasis could include: landscape ecology, spatial dynamics, arthropod dispersal, population, behavioral, evolutionary or molecular ecology, or the influence of invasive species on biodiversity. The individual will be expected to compete successfully for extramural research funding and mentor graduate students. The successful candidate will be expected to complement existing expertise in the Department of Entomology and collaborate with other faculty with similar research interests; e.g., the Kentucky Forest Health Task Force, the University of Kentucky Invasive Species Initiative, and the Tracy Farmer Center for the Environment. This position includes a 20 % extension responsibility. The individual will coordinate the Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) program for Kentucky, which is administered within the Department of Entomology. Responsibilities include the detection, documentation, dissemination, and integration of information on exotic invasive species in Kentucky. QUALIFICATIONS: The successful applicant must have a PhD in Entomology, Ecology, or a closely related field, with experience and/or training in applied entomology and ecology. Post-doctoral experience is desired. Demonstrated potential as both an independent researcher and as a member of a multidisciplinary team is desirable. Interest in outreach and extension is essential, and demonstrated experience interacting with clientele, stakeholders, and/or the general public is expected. Excellent organizational and communications skills, ability to use diverse analytical, molecular, and/or statistical tools to further research goals, and grant writing skills are expected. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with background and experience; overview of benefits: http://www.uky.edu/professors/benefit.htm DATE AVAILABLE: September 1, 2007 or as mutually agreed upon APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 1, 2007 or until a suitable applicant is identified APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should submit a CV, list of publications with up to (5) selected reprints, names and addresses of four individuals who can be contacted for letters of reference, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and an application letter describing their background and expertise specifically related to this research/extension position at the University of Kentucky. SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO: Dr. Lynne Rieske-Kinney Chair, Insect Ecology Search Committee University of Kentucky Department of Entomology S-225 Ag. Science North Lexington, KY 40546-0091 PH: 859-257-1167 FAX: 859-323-1120 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minorities and females. www.uky.edu -- Dr. Charles W. Fox Professor Department of Entomology University of Kentucky Lexington, KY 40546-0091 phone: 859-257-7474 e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] web: www.uky.edu/~cfox
