This posting can also be view on the UW Academic job site
(http://ap.washington.edu/ahr/academic-jobs/position/aa22006/
<http://ap.washington.edu/ahr/academic-jobs/position/aa22006/> ) and on
the UWBG website:
(https://botanicgardens.uw.edu/about/blog/2017/01/04/uw-opens-search-for-new-botanic-gardens-director/
<https://botanicgardens.uw.edu/about/blog/2017/01/04/uw-opens-search-for-new-botanic-gardens-director/> ).
The University of Washington, _School of Environmental and Forest
Sciences (SEFS)_invites applications for the position, Director of the
University of Washington Botanic Gardens (UWBG). A PhD or foreign
equivalent is required. UWBG has an international reputation for
horticulture, restoration ecology, urban forestry, sustainable urban
systems, conservation and plant collections. It manages 320 acres of
collections and research areas, has a staff of over 40, and an annual
budget of $2.7 million. UWBG is a community asset and serves diverse
user groups.
We seek a prominent scientist with an active research program and
teaching experience in plant biology or a related field, such as
restoration ecology, conservation, or horticulture. Administrative
experience is required; experience in the administration of botanic
gardens is preferred. The Director must be a flexible leader with
demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, communication, planning, and
fiscal skills. Abilities in facilities management, budget planning, and
fund acquisition through grants and private gifts are needed. The
Director will encourage the development of new initiatives and
innovation, and will champion ongoing successes. All UW faculty engage
in teaching, research and service.
Appointment is at the rank of tenured Full Professor (Job Class Code
0101) a full-time (100% FTE) 9-month position. For the Director, two
additional months of salary and 11 months of administrative supplement
are provided.
The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse student
body and workforce. SEFS works to create a dedicated team of educators
capable of enabling our students to explore and interpret the rich array
of disciplines and perspectives that they will encounter. We are seeking
candidates whose research, teaching, and/or service have not only
prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion, but have also
given them the confidence to engage audiences in higher education from a
wide spectrum of backgrounds.
To apply, submit a single PDF to [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]> with ‘UW Botanic Gardens Director’ in the email
title. The PDF must contain a brief cover letter summarizing interest,
experience and qualifications; a full curriculum vitae; three 1-page
statements of (1) research interests and plans, (2) teaching and
outreach, (3) botanic garden leadership and administrative experience;
and contact information for at least three professional references. The
letter should include a brief statement of how their teaching, research
and outreach will demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion
through scholarship or by improving access to higher education and
educational facilities for underrepresented individuals or groups.
Questions can be directed to UWBG Director Search Committee, c/o Ms.
Carrie Cone, at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> (phone 206 685-2579
<tel:%28206%29%20685-2579>). Individuals with disabilities desiring
accommodations in the application process should notify Carrie Cone.
The committee will begin reviewing applications on March 1, 2017;
applications will be accepted until an appointment is made. Anticipated
start date is September 16, 2017.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age,
protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
The University of Washington is located in the greater Seattle
metropolitan area, with a dynamic, multicultural community of 3.7
million people and a range of ecosystems from mountains to ocean. The UW
serves a diverse population of 80,000 students, faculty and staff,
including 25% first-generation college students, over 25% Pell Grant
students, and faculty from over 70 countries. The UW is a recipient of a
National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award
to increase the advancement of women faculty in science, engineering,
and math (seehttp://advance.washington.edu/
<http://advance.washington.edu/>). The University of Washington is
recognized for supporting the work-life balance of its faculty.
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Julie K. Combs, Ph.D.
Affiliate Assistant Professor
University of Washington
