Assistant Professor in Applied Plant Ecology
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) Position: The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in applied plant ecology. Individuals with expertise in areas such as restoration ecology, invasion biology, or global change impacts on vegetation are encouraged to apply. This is a 9-month, 100%-time position, reflecting a 60% research / 40% teaching appointment. NRES has 23 tenure-system faculty with expertise in teaching, research, and outreach in the biological, physical, and social sciences applied in natural, agricultural, and urban ecosystems (http://nres.illinois.edu/). Interdisciplinary and systems-based approaches are important elements of our research and educational programs. Responsibilities: Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated potential for conducting empirical research that is grounded in theory and is relevant to applied problems in plant ecology, and with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and advising. The individual in this position will be expected to recruit and train graduate students, develop grant proposals, attract funding, and publish regularly in leading peer- reviewed scientific journals. Teaching responsibilities will include courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in plant science, ecology, natural resource management, conservation, or related disciplines is required. Post- doctoral experience preferred. Candidates must have completed their degree before appointment. Starting Date: The appointment for this position is expected to begin August 16, 2012. Salary: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Closing Date: For full consideration all requested application information must be received by December 2, 2011. Application Procedure: Please create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, at least one example of professional writing, teaching statement (including philosophy, experience, and interests), research statement, and contact information for three professional references. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Carol Preston at [email protected]. For more information about the Department of NRES, please see our website at http://nres.illinois.edu/. Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
