The School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking applicants for a 12-month tenure-track position of Vertebrate Ecology at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a basic and applied research program in evolution, ecology, conservation, and management of vertebrates; contribute to the undergraduate and graduate programs of the School; and develop a research program that complements existing strengths of the Applied Ecology faculty in the School. The appointment will be 50% teaching, 50% research.
Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in a relevant field of study (e.g., Biology, Ecology, Zoology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management) at time of appointment; strong record of research and scholarly activities in the field of vertebrate ecology including publications in peer-reviewed journals and evidence of development of proposals for externally-funded grants; experience and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching; capacity to teach courses in vertebrate zoology and mammalogy; and a proven ability to communicate effectively with students, professionals, and the general public. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant post-doctoral experience; relevant experience addressing applied or basic questions related to ecology of mammals in managed systems; experience working with resource management organizations (e.g., local, state, federal). Inquiries pertaining to the announcement can be directed to Andrew Tyre, Search Committee Chair, Phone: 1-402-472-4054 or E-mail: [email protected]. To view details of the position and make application, go to http://employment.unl.edu. Search for position #F_150300. Click on “Apply to this job.” Complete the application. Upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references in appropriate fields. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2016, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination. -- Drew Tyre School of Natural Resources University of Nebraska-Lincoln 416 Hardin Hall, East Campus 3310 Holdrege Street Lincoln, NE 68583-0974 phone: +1 402 472 4054 fax: +1 402 472 2946 email: [email protected] http://snr.unl.edu/tyre http://aminpractice.blogspot.com http://www.flickr.com/photos/atiretoo
