Position Title: Assistant Professor
Research Area: Integrative Genomics
Institution: Department of Biological Science, North Dakota State
University, Fargo, ND
Type: Full time, tenure-track
The Department of Biological Sciences at NDSU is accepting applications for
a nine-month tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level
to begin fall 2019. We are seeking candidates whose primary research
interest is integrative genomics focusing on the sub-fields of ecological
genomics, evolutionary genomics, or bioinformatics. The faculty member will
be expected to collaborate with existing faculty on the genomics of
overwintering stress in insects, as well as developing a research program in
their own area of interest. We welcome applicants studying at all levels of
inquiry from genetic, cellular, or physiological mechanisms to population-,
landscape-, or ecosystem-level functions. Candidates must have a Ph.D. from
an accredited institution in a discipline appropriate to the biological
sciences and relevant post-doctoral experience. Successful candidates will
be expected to develop an extramurally funded research program, supervise
graduate students, and teach one course per semester at the undergraduate or
graduate level. Specific courses taught will be determined based on faculty
expertise and experience and the needs of the department. We are
particularly interested in applicants who are willing to engage in
interdisciplinary collaborations with department faculty. The position is
45% research, 45% teaching, and 10% service. The position will be
competitive with regards to start-up funds, space, and salary.
Candidates must have: 1) completed a Ph.D. from an accredited institution in
a discipline appropriate to the biological sciences and have relevant
post-doctoral experience; 2) demonstrated research experience using
integrated approaches and evidence of peer-reviewed publication; 3) evidence
of a commitment to teaching and student learning at the undergraduate and
graduate levels; 4) potential to initiate and develop an externally funded
research program; 5) effective oral and written communication skills and 6)
ability to interact and collaborate effectively with a diversity of
colleagues and students.
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated ability in: 1)
research in genomics and/or bioinformatics, 2) research on model or
non-model insects, 3) research investigating epigenetic mechanisms, 4)
research that complements existing themes in the department, 5) obtaining
extramural funding, and 6) promoting the success of students from
underrepresented groups.
Application materials include: a curriculum vitae; a two-page description of
research interests; a two-page statement of teaching interests and
philosophy; and contact information (including telephone numbers and e-mail
addresses) for three professional references. All application materials must
be submitted electronically.
To apply, visit:
http://jobs.ndsu.edu/postings/9701
Questions regarding the search may be sent to
mailto:[email protected]. Review of applications will begin
November 1, 2018 and continue until the position is filled.
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information,
marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus
activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance
status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to
current employee, or veteran status, as applicable
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Ned A. Dochtermann
Assistant Professor / Department of Biological Sciences NORTH DAKOTA STATE
UNIVERSITY
p: 701.231.7353 / f: 701.231.7149 / http://www.ndsu.edu
neddochtermann.com
[email protected]
