The Department of Biology at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a faculty position in Ecology at the Assistant Professor level. We are searching broadly, without regard to taxa or system, for individuals who integrate theory with empirical studies across levels of biological organization. The individual must possess a Ph.D., a strong commitment to developing an externally funded, internationally recognized research program, and a desire to contribute significantly to both the undergraduate and graduate curricula through teaching and mentorship.
The successful candidate will join a growing initiative to enhance research and teaching in Ecology and will complement strengths in other areas of biological and environmental sciences at Washington University. Resources available include the Tyson Research Center (http:// www.tyson.wustl.edu/), a ~2,000 ha field station located less than 20 miles from the main campus and an ideal venue for large-scale experimental and observational studies on a variety of local ecosystems; the International Center for Advanced Renewable Energy and Sustainability (http://www.icares.wustl.edu/), which fosters cross-disciplinary research on energy, environment, and sustainability; and significant collaborative opportunities with regional partners, including the Missouri Botanical Garden (http://www.mobot.org) and the Donald Danforth Plant Sciences Center (http://www.danforthcenter.org). For further information on the Department of Biology, see www.wubio.wustl.edu. To apply, please collate the following into a single pdf file: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching experience and philosophy. Please send copies of 2-3 important publications and arrange to have 3 letters of reference sent in support of the application. All information should be sent electronically to: [email protected] Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2010, and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. The Biology Department is also searching for a plant biologist at the assistant professor level and an endowed professorship in environmental biology at the senior level. For further information on the Department of Biology and these other searches, see www.wubio.wustl.edu. Washington University is committed to excellence through diversity, and we particularly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups. Washington University is an Affirmative Action Employer.
