Colleagues, The Department of Wildlife, Fish, & Conservation Biology at the University of California, Davis, is recruiting for a Conservation Biologist, terrestrial emphasis, at the Assistant Professor rank. The position description follows - also available at http://wfcb.ucdavis.edu/news/emp/POSITION%20ANNOUNCEMENT%20-%20Long%20Version.pdf. For information on the Department of Wildlife, Fish, & Conservation Biology see http://wfcb.ucdavis.edu. For information on the University and College, see http:///www.ucdavis.edu<http://www.ucdavis.edu>. Please forward this to any and all potential applicants.
If you seek more information on this position, please contact Dr. Dirk Van Vuren, Chair of the Recruitment Committee - [EMAIL PROTECTED]<mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>. Very best, Doug Douglas A. Kelt Professor of Wildlife Ecology Chair, Department of Wildlife, Fish, & Conservation Biology 1083 & 1077 Academic Surge University of California, Davis One Shields Avenue Davis, CA 95616 USA T: +1-530-754-0145 / 4-9481 F: +1-530-752-4154 dakelt [at] ucdavis [dot] edu POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Assistant Professor of Vertebrate Conservation Biology, Terrestrial Emphasis Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology, University of California, Davis Title: Assistant Professor of Vertebrate Conservation Biology, Terrestrial Emphasis, in the Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology. Responsibilities: The successful applicant will develop a vigorous, extramurally-funded research program that addresses questions relevant to conservation of vertebrates in the diverse terrestrial environments of California and the region. The appointee will teach a course in Conservation Biology and other undergraduate and graduate conservation-related courses that contribute to the department's mission. Collegiality and good teaching are valued highly in the department, and the appointee will be expected to participate in committee work, administration, undergraduate and graduate advising, and other tasks that are shared by department faculty. This position is offered at the tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level, with the possibility of an appointment in the California Agricultural Experiment Station. Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in a biological discipline relevant to vertebrate conservation biology. Evidence of research excellence in the discipline of vertebrate conservation biology, and ability to obtain extramural support for research activities. Interest in developing a research program relevant to vertebrate conservation biology in terrestrial environments of California and the region. Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching (e.g., experience, awards, course reviews, letters from colleagues). Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to non-scientific and public audiences. Evidence of collegiality and professional service consistent with departmental, campus, and professional citizenship. Evidence of ability and interest in training/mentoring graduate students. Interest in advising undergraduate students. Salary: Commensurate with experience within the Assistant Professor rank at the University of California. Applications: To obtain additional information and apply for the position please use the following website: http://recruitments.caes.ucdavis.edu<http://recruitments.caes.ucdavis.edu/>. The position will remain open until filled. To ensure consideration, applications should be received by 19 December 2008. Please supply: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) publication list, 3) up to three publications, and 4) statement of research and teaching interests. Three (3) letters of reference are required. Please refer to the website for specific instructions. Additional inquiries should be directed to Professor Dirk Van Vuren, Recruitment Advisory Committee Chair, Department of Wildlife, Fish, & Conservation Biology, One Shields Ave., University of California, Davis, CA 95616, Tel (530) 752-4181, FAX (530) 752-4154, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]<mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>. THE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE, FISH, & CONSERVATION BIOLOGY AT UC DAVIS ARE COMMITTED TO BUILDING A DIVERSE FACULTY, STAFF, AND STUDENT BODY REFLECTING THE POPULATION AND EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF CALIFORNIA AND THE NATION. UC Davis is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer and is dedicated to recruiting a diverse faculty community. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
