Position Summary
Life on Earth is being subjected simultaneously to three of the
largest unplanned, uncontrolled experiments in human history: rapid global
climate change, massive habitat transformation, and a homogenization of the
planet's biota through the spread of invasive species. We seek a researcher who
integrates ecology and evolution to understand responses of biodiversity to
global change at organismal, population, community, ecosystem or
biogeographical scales. Applicants are expected to have a strong statistical
or theoretical background. He or she will be expected to: 1) supervise an
independent research program that will attract extramural funding; 2) teach at
the undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses such as biostatistics,
ecology or evolution, and a course in the applicant's specialty; 3) provide
research training for graduate and undergraduate students; 4) offer
professional service to the Department and University; and 5) perform public
outreach.
This position builds on existing Departmental strengths in ecology,
evolutionary biology, conservation biology, systematics, and organismal
biology. More information about the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology can be found at http://hydrodictyon.eeb.uconn.edu/eebwww/.
Qualifications
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications: The successful applicant
will have completed requirements for a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology or a related field and have a minimum of two publications in the area
of ecological or evolutionary responses to global change. Preference will be
given to a researcher who integrates across evolution and ecology, has acquired
extramural fellowships or grants, and has the potential to establish a
nationally recognized research and teaching program on ecological or
evolutionary responses to global change. Evaluations of such potential will be
made by assessment of: 1) graduate and postdoctoral experience; 2) research
accomplishments, productivity and extramural funding; 3) statement of teaching
and research objectives; 4) professional references; and 5) expertise in
ecological and evolutionary responses to global change.
Appointment Terms
This is a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to
begin August 23, 2013.
To Apply
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a summary of research
accomplishments and future research objectives, a description of teaching
experience and philosophy, and the names and contact information of three
professional references through Husky Hire. Applicants should arrange to have
three letters of recommendation sent via e-mail to Kathleen Tebo at
[email protected]. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to
[email protected]. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer
and encourages applications from under-represented groups, including
minorities, women, and people with disabilities.
Eric Schultz
Associate Professor
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Connecticut
Storrs CT 06269-3043
(860) 486-4692 (voice)
(860) 486-6364 (fax)
http://hydrodictyon.eeb.uconn.edu/people/eschultz/
