Dear Colleagues, Please see the job ad below. We will be happy to receive applications from candidates that use molecular techniques to address ecological / environmental problems.
Christy ________________ The Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences (GSOLS) at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position. We seek a colleague that uses modern molecular genetic approaches to study biological processes at the molecular, cellular, organismal, or ecosystem level, such as (but not limited to) biochemistry, evolutionary genetics and genomics, population genetics, environmental ‘omics, chromatin, molecular ecology, computational biology, or cancer biology. Candidates with expertise that complements existing strengths within the School (e.g., biochemistry, virology, bioinformatics, biogeochemistry, ecology, microbiology, plant biology, and discipline based educational research) and an interest in multidisciplinarity are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate capacity to incorporate the in-house next-generation sequencing system into their current and future research. Successful applicants will be expected to establish an externally funded research program based on peer-reviewed publications, engage in collaborative research, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, teach introductory and upper level (lab-based) courses, contribute to curricular improvement, and perform school and university service. Teaching duties may include contributions to the core undergraduate curriculum in programs in Life Sciences, the graduate curriculum in Environmental Science or Bioinformatics, and upper division courses appropriate to the candidate’s area of expertise. How To Apply Applicants must apply online at http://careers.rit.edu. Faculty Search: 3844BR. Please submit the following documents: 1. cover letter addressing the listed qualifications; 2. curriculum vitae; 3. research statement that includes future research directions; 4. statement of teaching philosophy; 5. name and contact information for four people willing to provide a letter of reference; and 6. contribution to diversity statement. Review of applications will begin on September 4, 2018; applicants are strongly encouraged to apply before this date. Please contact Dr. Christy Tyler ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>) Chair of Search Committee if you have questions. Additional Details RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,700 undergraduates and 3,200 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT was recently named one of the top 100 universities in the nation, having jumped 10 places in the “National Universities” category, according to U.S. News & World Report rankings for its 2018 edition. In 2017, RIT moved into the top “National Universities” category due to its rapid increase in research and Ph.D. graduates. In 2018, RIT ranked 97th out of 311 universities in this prestigious category. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For” for four years. RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC. Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region, is the 51st largest metro area in the United States and the third largest city New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to nearly 1.1 million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 18% African and Latin Americans and another 3% of international origin. It is also home to one of the largest deaf communities per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 4th for “Most Affordable City" by Forbes Magazine, and MSN selected Rochester as the “#1 Most Livable Bargain Market” (for real-estate). Kiplinger named Rochester one of the top five “Best City for Families.” RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the workplace. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientations, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to your application for employment at RIT, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. -- Christy Tyler Associate Professor Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences Rochester Institute of Technology 85 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, NY 14623 585-475-5042 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> .
