LECTURER IN PLANT MOLECULAR ECOLOGY
The School of Integrative Biology is one of the largest Schools of its type in Australia, with 47 full-time academic staff. The School provides outstanding opportunities for research in plant and animal biology, with research programs spanning ecology, molecular plant sciences, marine biology, entomology, and genetics & evolution. The role The School is seeking to develop its program in plant molecular ecology, systematics and conservation. The position involves teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in one or more areas covering plant ecology, molecular ecology, conservation biology, evolution and systematics, in addition to the supervision of honours and postgraduate research students. You will be expected to develop a vibrant, externally-funded research program. A competitive start-up package will be negotiated with the successful applicant. The person Applicants should possess qualifications in the relevant disciplines and should have expert knowledge in the area of plant molecular ecology, systematics and conservation and its applications. Evidence of publication in high-ranking refereed journals and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues are essential. Experience in teaching, and evidence of success in obtaining competitive research funding will be an advantage. Remuneration This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for five years at Academic level B. The remuneration package will be in the range $70,968 - $84,275 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of 17% (total package will be in the range $83,033 - $98,602 p.a.). Contact Obtain the position description and selection criteria online http://seek.com.au/users/apply/index.ascx?Sequence=91&PageNumber=1&jobid =14336326 . To discuss the role contact Prof. Hugh Possingham, telephone + 61 07 3365 9766 or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] or Dr. Gordon Guymer, telephone +61 7 3896 9325 or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send applications to the PA to the Head of School, School of Integrative Biology, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Qld 4072, or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Applications close 5 December 2008. Reference No. 3019409.
