All - The following position is now open:
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SALAMANDER ECOLOGIST*
The Department of Biology at Appalachian State University
(http://www.biology.appstate.edu) seeks to fill a tenure-track position
at the assistant professor level in the area of salamander ecology. We
seek a teacher-scholar who will combine excellence in undergraduate and
graduate (Master’s) teaching with an active research program. Applicants
must have a Ph.D. and should have post-doctoral experience and/or
post-Ph.D. teaching experience. Successful candidates are expected to
teach courses in their specialty as well as in the general biology program.
The successful candidate should have research experience on the
effects of land use change and fire on salamander populations in
forested ecosystems. Special consideration will be given to those
researching dispersal ecology and to those with a record of experiential
learning experiences. Experience in tropical ecosystems is also
desirable. Teaching responsibilities may include two or more of the
following: herpetology, comparative vertebrate zoology, mammalogy, and
graduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.
Appalachian State University, located in the southern Appalachian
Mountains, is a highly ranked comprehensive university and a member
institution of the 17 campus University of North Carolina System. With
an enrollment of over 18,000 students, Appalachian State University
seeks to maintain its reputation for excellence in teaching while
continuing to enhance its research reputation.
To apply, send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, separate statements
of research and teaching interests/philosophy, and contact information
for at least 3 references (name, address, telephone, email address) to
Ms. Debi Tibbett, Office Manager ([email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>). Applications will only be accepted in
electronic format and should combine all requested items into one pdf
file. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the Chair of
the Search Committee: Dr. Howard S. Neufeld,([email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>; 828-262-2683). The position will remain
open until filled; review of applications will begin 11/15/17.
/Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action / Equal
Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.The
University and Department are committed to increasing diversity and
welcome applications from members of minorities and underrepresented
groups./
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Dr. Howard S. Neufeld, Professor
Mailing Address:
Department of Biology
572 Rivers St.
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608
Tel: 828-262-2683; Fax 828-262-2127
Websites:
Academic: http://biology.appstate.edu/faculty-staff/104
Personal: http://www.appstate.edu/~neufeldhs/index.html
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