The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Sciences at Old Dominion
University invites applications for a tenure-track position in marine molecular ecology at the assistant professor level. Applicants with expertise in advanced genomics are highly preferred. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential for building independent research programs and performing quality teaching. Teaching preferences include a course in molecular ecology and another course that complements what is already being taught in the department. Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in ecology or related field and excellent communication skills. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. The Department offers competitive salaries and start-up packages and receives substantial support from state funds and from research grants from federal and other agencies. The Department has strong graduate programs which currently have over 125 students, including a Ph.D. program in ecological sciences and a Ph.D. program in biomedical sciences. Four new faculty members have been recruited in the Department over the last year. To apply, submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and the names, telephone numbers, and addresses (postal and email) of three references. Send applications electronically to Ecology Search Committee at [email protected]. Review of applicants will begin August 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Located in Norfolk, Virginia, Old Dominion University (www.odu.edu) is a state supported, Carnegie doctoral research extensive institution enrolling more than 24,000 students including 6,000 graduate students. The College of Sciences at Old Dominion University is undergoing a major research expansion. Over the last five years externally funded research grant awards to the College have increased by 60%, to over $18M in FY2011. Norfolk is a culturally rich, historic city and a major international maritime center in a metropolitan area of over 1.7 million people. Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.
