Assistant Professor – Wildlife Conservation Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) University of Florida Gainesville, Florida
Duties and Responsibilities This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position with 60% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 40% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) responsibilities in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, at the University of Florida. Tenure will accrue in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program addressing conservation of wildlife and their habitats. We are especially interested in applicants whose research focuses on habitat ecology and dynamics as they relate to the conservation and ecology of wildlife. The expected teaching assignment will include a graduate course in the faculty member’s area of interest and two undergraduate courses. All IFAS faculty are expected to demonstrate commitment and responsibility to the three functions, teaching, research, and extension, of the Land Grant mission. Qualifications Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in wildlife science, natural resources, ecological or biological sciences, or related discipline in conservation science; evidence of scholarship and depth of knowledge in applied wildlife conservation; potential to teach and inspire undergraduate and graduate students; and a commitment to promoting a diverse educational and professional institution. Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of extramural funding. Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability. Applications Individuals wishing to apply should submit the following materials: 1. Letter of application that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above; 2. Statements of research goals and teaching philosophy; 3. Complete vita; 4. Unofficial transcripts of academic work; 5. Three letters of recommendation. Review of application materials will begin on March 1, 2010. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Contact Information and Application Submission Information All applicants for the position are required to complete an online registration form at https://jobs.ufl.edu using requisition # 0803859. All application materials should be submitted electronically by emailing a single PDF file containing items #1-4 above, along with three letters of recommendation to [email protected]. Letters of recommendation may be sent electronically to the same address (preferred), or by post to Dr. Sunquist at the address below. Inquiries contact: Dr. Mel Sunquist Chair, Search and Screen Committee University of Florida Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation P.O. Box 110430 Gainesville, FL 32611-0430 Telephone: (352) 846-0566 Facsimile: (352) 392-6984 Electronic Mail: [email protected] The University of Florida is an equal opportunity and equal access employer. The “government in the sunshine” laws of Florida require that all documents relating to the search process, including letters of application, nomination, and reference, except transcripts, be available for public inspection. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.
