Director of the Center for Urban Ecology Butler University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The Department of Biological Sciences invites application and nominations for the Director of the Center for Urban Ecology (CUE). The Center for Urban Ecology (CUE) is an academic center at Butler University with the mission to innovatively explore, steward, and enhance urban ecosystems. CUE operates with a foundation in ecological science and facilitates interdisciplinary research and education, place- based projects, and public discourse by engaging Butler students, faculty, staff and community partners. The next Director of CUE will be a dynamic individual who will be expected to: cultivate opportunities for Butler students at the university and with community partners, including grant writing and administration; maintain current and develop new community partner opportunities to further the understanding of urban ecology specifically as it pertains to the Indianapolis ecosystem; collaborate with faculty and staff at Butler University to further the understanding of urban ecology specifically as it pertains to the Indianapolis ecosystem; teach a course in Butlers Core Curriculum or an elective in the planned major in Environmental Studies; provide support and leadership for other CUE staff. Applicants should have a background in urban ecology or closely related discipline and an earned doctorate or a Masters degree with substantial experience. Applicants should submit a complete, single pdf document consisting of a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, and unofficial transcripts to Dr. Travis J. Ryan ([email protected]). Include in the cover letter a description of relevant experience as it relates to the position, with particular reference to managing projects and personnel and grant writing. Letters of recommendation will be requested directly from references by the search committee. Evaluation of applications will begin immediately upon receipt with preference given to those received by 1 December 2014. Salary is commensurate with experience and the starting date flexible, but expected in early 2015. Butler University is committed to enhancing the diversity of the student body, faculty and staff. In addition, hiring decisions are made on the basis of an individual's qualifications, past experience, overall performance and other employment-related criteria. Butler University provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.
