Open rank tenure track position in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Applications are invited for an anticipated open-rank faculty position in the BioSciences Department at Rice University in any area of ecology and evolutionary biology. We welcome applicants who employ theory, experiments, or some combination thereof and especially encourage candidates who complement existing strengths of current faculty in the Ecology & Evolutionary Biology graduate program to apply. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and outstanding potential in research and teaching. Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain a vibrant research program supported by extramural funding and participate in education and mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
Our application and instructions can be found under the employment section on the left menu on the department website, http://biosciences.rice.edu. Review of applications will commence September 25, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. Rice is a private university with a strong commitment to the highest standards of research and undergraduate and graduate education. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion. In this spirit, we particularly welcome applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups who bring diverse cultural experience and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all members of our diverse student population. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.
