The Department of Biology at the University of South Dakota is recruiting an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in integrative biology to begin August 2016. We seek candidates who use modern molecular techniques to address questions that integrate organismal function with environmental and/or developmental influences. The successful candidates research will complement that of existing faculty, enabling fruitful collaboration and mentoring of graduate students. Opportunities for collaboration and research support include faculty with research interests that scale from molecules to landscapes, a departmental DNA sequencing facility, proteomic, genomic and microscopy core facilities on campus. Teaching may include courses in the candidates area of expertise, cell and molecular biology, physiology, and possible participation in team-taught introductory biology courses.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to establish a productive and extramurally funded research program and actively train M.S. and Ph.D. students. A Ph.D. is required and postdoctoral experience is preferred. Review of applications will begin September 8, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu and must provide a cover letter that describes background with respect to the qualifications listed above, a CV, statements of research and teaching interests, and names and contact information for at least three professional references. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Kaius Helenurm, Chair, Department of Biology ([email protected]). The University of South Dakota is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
