The Department of Wildland Resources, College of Natural Resources (http://www.cnr.usu.edu), and the Ecology Center (http://www.usu.edu/ecology) at Utah State University are filling an Assistant Professor position in Animal Population Ecology. We seek an animal population ecologist studying the structure and dynamics of populations in terrestrial systems. We prefer a person who has strong quantitative skills and training in statistical, spatial and/or simulation modeling, and who has strengths in both theory and empirical field-based research. Potential areas of research include, but are not limited to, population ecology and modeling, animal responses to global change, conservation ecology, wildlife-habitat relationships, and foraging theory. The ideal candidate should complement current strengths in ecological research at USU. The selected candidate must have: (1) an earned Ph.D. in Animal Ecology or a related discipline at the time of appointment; (2) the ability to develop an active research program, including a record of publication and presentation; and (3) the ability to provide quality teaching. Postdoctoral experience is preferred, but not required.
The full ad and the on-line application can be found on the human resources website at: jobs.usu.edu (Click on "Search Postings" and enter 050526 for Req ID) Application matierals should include: 1) A cover letter with a summary of qualifications; 2) A curriculum vita; 3) A brief statement of research experience and interests; 4) A brief statement of teaching philosophy, interests, and experiences; 5) Copies of up to three pertinent publications; 6) Three letters of reference. Letters of reference and pertinent publications which cannot be uploaded to the site may be sent to: Dr. Christopher Call Chair, Search Committee Department of Wildland Resources Utah State University 5230 Old Main Hill Logan, Utah 84322-5230
