Plant Conservation Biologist Biological Sciences Department
North Dakota State University The NDSU Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant Conservation Biology. Inquiries about a more advanced position will be considered. A Ph.D. in Biology or a related field is required. The successful candidate must develop an externally funded, nationally competitive research program in the area of conservation biology focusing on the evolutionary-ecology of plant and/or plant systems. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, have strong oral and written English communication skills, and an established record of peer-reviewed publication. The candidate will be expected to participate in the interdisciplinary Environmental and Conservation Sciences Graduate program, and be able to integrate across existing strengths in the department, which include evolutionary conservation biology, regulatory-developmental biology and science education. Duties will include teaching in the general areas of conservation biology, evolutionary ecology, and plant biology. The candidate will have the opportunity to participate in the development of a new environmental field school in central North Dakota. Demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding is strongly preferred. Postdoctoral and teaching experience preferred. We especially encourage applicants who will increase the participation of women and minorities in the sciences. Information about NDSU can be found at <http://www.ndsu.edu/>www.ndsu.edu. The position will begin August 15, 2007. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2006 and continue until the position is filled. Applications by email will be accepted. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, up to three representative publications, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) for three professional references to: Plant Conservation Biology Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58105 USA; (701) 231-7087; [EMAIL PROTECTED] NDSU is an equal opportunity institution. Craig A. Stockwell Associate Professor Department of Biological Sciences Environmental & Conservation Sciences Graduate Program Stevens Hall North Dakota State University Fargo, ND 58105 phone (701) 231-8449 fax (701) 231-7149 e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] web site: http://www.ndsu.nodak.edu/ndsu/stockwell/
