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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Department of Biological Sciences
Tenure-Track Position Opening
RECRUITMENT NUMBER: 2179
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences (Plant Evolutionary
Biologist)
EFFECTIVE DATE: August 17, 2015 (Fall Semester)
SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in the biological sciences or related
field and post-doctoral training and research in plant evolution
utilizing both morphological and molecular traits. Record of peer-
reviewed published research in plant evolutionary biology and potential
for developing and sustaining an externally funded research program that
involves students. Demonstrated potential for effective teaching of
courses in Plant Morphology and Vascular Plant Systematics. Demonstrated
commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population
DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of and experience with a
broad range of cutting edge phylogenetic methods. Field research
experience. Potential for developing a research program relevant to the
Southern California region. Prior teaching at the university level.
Potential to teach core biology courses at the undergraduate and
graduate level. Evidence of ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate
students in research. Record of extramural research support.
DUTIES: Teach courses in Plant Morphology and Vascular Plant Systematics
(with emphasis on the local flora) and in the undergraduate and graduate
biology core curricula. Develop an active, externally funded research
program that involves undergraduate and graduate students resulting in
scientific presentations and publications. Participate in service to the
department, college, university, and community.
RESEARCH SUPPORT: Facilities include three rooftop greenhouses built in
2011, two ground-level greenhouses, outdoor growing space, an AR-66L2X
Percival growth chamber and one full-time botany technician. The new
greenhouses are specialized for temperate (1360 sq. ft.), tropical (1360
sq. ft.), and arid (720 sq. ft.) conditions. The Department of
Biological Sciences has several 4-wheel drive vehicles for general
research use.
CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the
Universitys strong commitment to the academic success of all of our
students, including students of color, students with disabilities, first
generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic
backgrounds, and diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions.
CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of
our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the
excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety
of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
A Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences,
successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population
(approximately one page)
Letter of application addressing the minimum and desired/preferred
qualifications
CV (including current email address)
Statement of Research Interests
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Reprints of three representative publications
Copy of transcript from institution awarding highest degree
Three current references or letters of recommendation sent directly to
the address below.
Finalists will also be required to submit a signed SC-1 form, three
current letters of recommendation(if not already submitted), and an
official transcript.
Applicant documentation should be assembled into ONE PDF document and
sent to biologyplantevolsea...@csulb.edu. Letters of recommendation,
other required documentation, and/or requests for information should be
addressed to the search committee:
Dr. Judy Brusslan, Chair
California State University, Long Beach
Department of Biological Sciences
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840-9502
562-985-4806
biologyplantevolsea...@csulb.edu
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications to begin October 16, 2014
Position opened until filled (or recruitment cancelled)
CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population
can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and
respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without
regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex,
gender identification, sexual orientation, marital status, disability,
medical condition, age, political affiliation, Vietnam era veteran
status, or any other veteran's status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
