Northern Illinois University anticipates an opening for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Conservation Biology/Restoration Ecology (http://www.niu.edu/conservationbiology-search). Candidates are sought with expertise in conservation biology, restoration ecology, or a related discipline to be appointed jointly to the Department of Biological Sciences (http://www.bios.niu.edu/) and the Institute for the Study of the Environment, Sustainability, and Energy (ESE) (http://www.niu.edu/ese/). Applicants will be considered in all aspects of conservation biology or restoration ecology that enhance and complement existing interdisciplinary strengths and external collaborations. Successful candidates will teach an undergraduate/ graduate course in biological sciences in their area of expertise and the biological systems course in the ESE environmental studies curriculum. Candidates are expected to have appropriate postdoctoral experience, a strong publication record in their area of expertise, and to demonstrate the potential to establish a robust, externally funded research program. We seek candidates who will effectively train M.S. and Ph.D. students, provide research opportunities for undergraduates, and commit to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. A competitive salary, startup package and research laboratory will be provided. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, C.V., statements of research goals and teaching philosophy and arrange to have three original reference letters sent to: Barrie Bode, Chair, Dept. of Biological Sciences, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL 60115. Telephone: 815-753-1753. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and should be sent to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin Dec. 1, 2011, and continue until the positions are filled. NIU values diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who can serve as role models to our diverse student population.
Northern Illinois University is an AA/EEO Institution. A state-mandated criminal background check is required prior to employment.
