Position Title Plant Ecologist Visiting Assistant Professor Hiring Unit Department of Biological Sciences Job Description/Responsibilities The Department of Biological Sciences, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor. We seek applicants with training in ecology or related disciplines, with a preferred focus on plant ecology. The successful candidate will share responsibility for teaching a general ecology course, an introductory biology course, and/or an upper division course in area of expertise. Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. by the start of the fall 2025 term in biological sciences or related field with a specialization in plant ecology or a related discipline. Preferred: Post-doctoral teaching and/or research experience. Demonstrated record of an active research agenda. Terms of Appointment Full-time, one academic year (nine month) appointment beginning Fall 2025, with potential for renewal up to three years. SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Source of Funds State Salary $61,000 -$62,500 For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: Faculty Employment Benefits<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/faculty-staff/> Application Process To apply, send letter of application with statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests and goals, curriculum vitae, copies/scans of all transcripts, names and contact information for three references, and up to three reprints. All materials should be sent to:
Chair, Visiting Assistant Professor Search Committee Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Department of Biological Sciences Box 1651 Edwardsville, IL 62026-1651 USA Electronic submission is encouraged. Electronic documents in PDF format should be emailed to: ecolog...@siue.edu<mailto:ecolog...@siue.edu> Application Deadline Review of applications will begin on April 4, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Campus Information SIUE is a comprehensive regional university located in the St. Louis Metropolitan Region and is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education. Located on 2660 acres, including a 380-acre nature preserve, there are ample opportunities for research and teaching plant ecology on the SIUE campus. SIUE is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email careeri...@siue.edu. The SIUE Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.siue.edu/police/cleary-act-forms/ . This report is published in compliance the “Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act” and the Higher Education Opportunity Act also known as the “Campus Fire Safety Right to Know.” Dual Career Support for New Faculty The Career Development Center, in partnership with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project, is proud to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. This program offers various career services and resources available to help individuals in their career journey. Additional details may be found online at Dual Career Support<https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml> Faculty Development and Other Support Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center<https://www.siue.edu/faculty-center/index.shtml> Ombuds Services<https://www.siue.edu/ugov/faculty-senate/ombuds/> , Office of Research and Projects<https://www.siue.edu/funding/index.shtml>, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub<https://www.siue.edu/vcedi/the-hub/>. Employee Benefits To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including: *Medical, dental and vision<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/health-dental-vision-life/index.shtml> insurance; *Life<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/health-dental-vision-life/insurance-plans.shtml> insurance; *SURS<https://surs.org/faqs/> retirement plan; *Supplemental retirement savings plans<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-financial-planning/index.shtml>; *Generous holiday schedule<https://www.siue.edu/misc/holiday-admin-closure-sked/>; *WorkLife<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/programs-and-services/worklife.shtml> programs; *Employee Assistance Program<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/programs-and-services/employee-assistance-program-counseling.shtml> (mental health and wellness); *Employee discounts<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/programs-and-services/employee-discount-program.shtml> (local and national retailers); *Flexible Spending Account Program<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/health-dental-vision-life/flexible-spending.shtml>; *University tuition waivers<https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/programs-and-services/index.shtml> (Employee and Dependents). To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
