Assistant Professor- SOIL PHYSICS UW Position #0284 The Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Wyoming is accepting applications for a nine-month, tenure track, 50% teaching, 50% research position in Soil Physics beginning August 20, 2006 or when a suitable candidate is identified.
RESPONSIBILITIES: We are seeking an individual to teach a basic soil physics course at the advanced undergraduate/graduate level, advanced soil physics (water dynamics) and additional courses depending upon the interest of the person and the needs of the curriculum. We expect the person to develop a strong externally funded research program in vadose zone hydrologic processes that may include measurement and/or modeling in agronomic, rangeland and forest ecosystems and soil-water interactions with vegetation, micro organisms, pesticides, fertilizers and other potential contaminants. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. degree conferred by the time of appointment in Soil Science or a closely related field with an emphasis in vadose zone processes. Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to collaborate successfully with a wide range of disciplines are essential. Post doctoral experience and teaching experience are desirable. SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience. Generation of extramural research to support up to three months of summer salary is possible. Excellent benefit package includes retirement program, medical, life and disability insurance and a sabbatical leave program. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Screening of applicants will begin April 1, 2006 and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected. Qualified persons are requested to send a letter of application that includes a statement of teaching and research interests and future goals related to the position, a curriculum vitae, transcripts of all university training, statement of teaching and research interests, 2 or 3 examples of written products (refereed publications, proceedings, abstracts, reports, grants, etc.) which demonstrate research capabilities or technology transfer successes and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of four references to: Janet Marsh, Department of Renewable Resources, Department 3354, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071-335 For additional information contact Dr. Larry Munn, Search Committee Chair, at 307-766-3414 (email [EMAIL PROTECTED]). For additional information about the Renewable Resources Department and the University of Wyoming see http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/RenewableResources/ UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION UNIVERSITY Janet L. Marsh University of Wyoming Department of Renewable Resources Department 3354 1000 E. University Avenue Laramie, WY 82071 (307) 766- 3114 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
