Faculty Position in Functional Morphology/Biomechanics Department of Animal Biology in the School of Integrative Biology University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The School of Integrative Biology (SIB) and the Department of Animal Biology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign invite applications and nominations for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in functional morphology/biomechanics at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek a functional morphologist that takes multiple approaches to understanding why organismal traits take the forms that they do. We are particularly interested in candidates with research programs that incorporate theoretical, experimental and / or genetic approaches. The successful candidate will show potential to publish in the top disciplinary journals, be expected to develop an externally- funded research program, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and collaborate with other faculty both within SIB and elsewhere on campus to develop collaborative research initiatives. A Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline is required by start date, and postdoctoral experience is desirable. The anticipated starting date is August 16, 2015; the starting salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of dynamic and well-established communities of integrative biologists with interests spanning a wide range of taxa and to participate in a number of interdisciplinary programs across the campus. To ensure full consideration, please create your candidate profile through http://go.illinois.edu/AsstProfFunctMorphology and upload your application materials: letter of application, curriculum vitae, a representative publication, research statement, teaching philosophy and experience, and contact information for three professional references by October 17, 2014. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. Letters of reference will be solicited during the search process. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made before October 17, 2014. For further information regarding application procedures or to submit nominations, you may contact Marty Forrest at [email protected]. Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. 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).
