Botany, University of Hawaii at Manoa
*Position ID:* UHManoa
<https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/UHManoa>-Botany
<https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/UHManoa/Botany>-SEEDCONS
<https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/UHManoa/Botany/SEEDCONS> [#12954,
Seed Cons]
*Position Title:* Assistant Professor (Seed Conservation)
*Position Type:* Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
*Position Location:* Honolulu, Hawaii 96822, United States [map
<https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo?joblist---3449-12954----m>]
*Subject Area:* Botany <https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/Bot> / Seed
Conservation <https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/Bot/Seed%20Conservation>
*Appl Deadline:* 2019/01/28* (posted 2018/12/07, listed until 2019/01/30)
*Position Description:* *Apply*
<https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/12954/apply>
Title: Assistant Professor (Seed Conservation) Position Number: Pending
Hiring Unit: Joint Hire: College of Natural Sciences - Department of
Botany and the Lyon Arboretum Location: University of Hawaii at Manoa
Date Posted: December 7, 2018 Closing Date: January 28, 2019 Salary
Information: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Monthly
Type: 11 Month Tenure Track: Tenure Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent Funding: General Funds
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, College of Natural Sciences, Department
of Botany, and the Harold L. Lyon Arboretum invite applications for a
full-time, general funds, tenure track, joint (50/50) faculty position
(tenure locus in Botany), pending position clearance and availability of
funds. Employment to begin approximately August 1, 2019 or as soon
thereafter as possible. The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is a Carnegie
doctoral/research-extensive university with a strong emphasis on
research and graduate education. The Department of Botany offers B.A.,
B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Botany. Lyon Arboretum is an organized
research unit of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and is located ~10
minutes from campus. For more information on the respective units please
visit http://www.botany.hawaii.edu/ and
https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum/. Duties and Responsibilities We
are searching for a highly creative and interactive scholar who fits
into the multidisciplinary Department of Botany and the Lyon Arboretum.
Specifically, we are seeking a highly qualified scholar who will develop
a research program centered on seed conservation, and who will
contribute to the development of conservation- and
sustainability-related initiatives that bridge the Department of Botany
and Lyon Arboretum. The scholar will direct the Seed Conservation
Laboratory at Lyon Arboretum, which is dedicated to safeguarding
germplasm of threatened and endangered species from throughout the state
of Hawaiʻi. The Lab forms part of the Hawaiian Rare Plant Program at
Lyon, and has >26 million banked seeds representing >600 taxa. We
encourage applications from candidates who adopt an integrative approach
in their research and instruction.
Responsibilities include: Developing and directing an externally funded
research and gene bank curatorial program in seed conservation leading
to publication in leading scholarly journals. This includes overseeing
essential activities such as seed processing, curation, storage and
propagation, and training and supervision of laboratory staff as well as
training and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students.
Developing seed conservation practices through research trials. Working
with program collaborators to plan rare plant stabilization actions and
determine propagule collection needs. Facilitating outplanting projects
by fostering cooperative relationships with other botanic institutions,
government regulatory and land management agencies, conservation and
local community organizations, and private industry. Developing and
instructing assigned courses and seminars in topics such as introduction
to plant biology, plant systematics, seed conservation, or other
specialized courses.
Additional duties include: Supervising independent student
study/research activities. Serving on Botany/Lyon Arboretum, College of
Natural Sciences, and University committees. Rendering service to the
professional and lay community relevant to the individual's academic
specialty; participating in curriculum development activities such as
course materials and special instructional methods. Participating in
graduate committees. Performing related tasks as assigned. Minimum
Qualifications An earned Ph.D. in Botany, Biology, or a closely related
field, and at least three (3) years of work experience in seed
physiology and seed conservation. At least one (1) year of
supervisory/administrative experience.
Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the
life sciences. Extensive knowledge and competency in seed science
including: physiology, curation, seed banking, and germination techniques.
Knowledge in managing genetic plant stocks for native plant conservation.
Evidence of research productivity and peer-reviewed publication of
scholarly materials.
Demonstrated ability in developing and accomplishing internal and
external research collaborations and partnerships with shared goals.
Demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding and/or grantsmanship.
Poise and good address for meeting and conferring with others. Desired
Qualifications Post-Doctoral research experience.
Familiarity with the flora of the tropical and semi-tropical Pacific
regions, preferably knowledge of the native Hawaiian flora.
Experience in tropical ecosystems, especially as it pertains to island
biomes.
Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students on research
projects.
Working knowledge and understanding of applicable international,
federal, and state laws, rules, and regulations as it pertains to
threatened and endangered plant species.
Ability to work in an ethnically rich, multicultural environment.
To Apply: Candidates should submit 1) a cover letter specifying the
position and the research area, and how the applicant meets the Minimum
Qualifications, and if applicable, the Desirable Qualifications; 2) a
2-page statement of research interests, activities, and plans; 3) a
2-page statement on teaching philosophy, interests, and plans; 4) a
curriculum vitae detailing research, teaching, and service
accomplishments; 5) copies of up to 4 relevant publications; and 6) the
names, addresses, e-mail, and telephone numbers of 4 professional
references via Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/
Direct inquiries to Nellie Sugii: su...@hawaii.edu The University of
Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is
committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex,
gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin,
ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status,
breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court
record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation,
domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or
status as a covered veteran. Employment is contingent on satisfying
employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration
Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers;
and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance
with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University
of Hawaii may be viewed at: http://ope.ed.gov/security/, or a paper copy
may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or
Administrative Services Office.
*Application Materials Required:*
*Submit <https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo?apply-3449-12954> the
following items online at this website to complete your application:*
* Cover Letter
* Curriculum Vitae
* Research Statement
* Teaching Statement
* Four Sample Research Paper(s)
* Four References (no actual letters, just names and email
addresses help popup)
*And anything else requested in the position description.*
*Further Info:*
https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum/ and <http://and/>
http://www.botany.hawaii.edu/
email
Department of Botany
3190 Maile Way
University of Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822
USA
