WETLAND PLANT ECOLOGIST The Department of Biological Sciences, Florida Atlantic University, invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professorship in Wetland Plant Ecology at the Davie campus. The Department has BS and MS programs in Biological Sciences, and participates in College-wide programs for a PhD in Integrative Biology and MS in Environmental Sciences. FAU is embarking on a new Everglades research partnership with several state and federal agencies; the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a major contribution to the partnership and the Environmental Sciences Program www.science.fau.edu/biology/envirosci. We seek an individual with a strong background in wetland ecosystems and plant biology. Possible areas of specialty may include invasive species biology, plant community dynamics, physiological ecology, disturbance ecology, and issues related to climate change. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, extramurally funded research program, take advantage of a new 3,000-sq. ft. modern greenhouse/headhouse, to interact productively with faculty in ongoing research of South Florida ecosystems, and to contribute as appropriate to advisory service. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant discipline, demonstrated potential for establishing programs of funded research, and clear promise of excellent teaching. Teaching will include contributions to the undergraduate and graduate programs in the areas of botany and environmental science.
Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, copies of up to three representative publications, and names and contact information of three references to: Search Committee for Wetland Plant Ecologist, Department of Biological Sciences, 2912 College Ave., Florida Atlantic University, Davie, Fl 33314. Search committee chair: Dr. John Baldwin; [email protected] 954-236-1151. Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 5, 2009. Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer.
