Colby College is seeking an Aquatic Ecologist to fill a one-year,
temporary position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology to
begin September 1, 2010. The successful candidate will have a
specialization in aquatic ecology along with an interest in the
application of ecological principles to the solution of environmental
problems. Applicants with experience and expertise in areas such as
limnology and fisheries biology are especially encouraged to apply.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. and a strong commitment to
undergraduate education. Teaching responsibilities will include a
capstone course in environmental science, an intermediate-level
course in aquatic ecology with laboratory, and an additional course
that complements the current curriculum. All courses will serve both
Biology and Environmental Studies majors. Familiarity with liberal
arts colleges, teaching experience, and postdoctoral experience are desirable.
Please submit a letter of application, statement of teaching and
research interests, curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate
transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Aquatic
Ecologist Search Committee, Department of Biology, Colby College,
5720 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, ME 04901 (Telephone: 207-859-5700,
e-mail: [email protected]). Electronic submission of applications is
encouraged, and receipt will be confirmed. Application review will
begin February 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
Colby is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed
to excellence through diversity, and strongly encourages applications
and nominations of persons of color, women, and members of other
under-represented groups. For more information about the College,
please visit the Colby web site: www.colby.edu
