The Department of Forestry and Environmental Conservation (FEC) at Clemson University is seeking to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with specialization in fisheries or aquatic ecology. The position is a 9-month appointment with responsibilities in teaching (50%) and research (50%). The anticipated starting date is August 2016. Clemson is a Land-Grant university situated in the Piedmont of South Carolina.
We seek a candidate who uses ecological or evolutionary approaches to address issues such as habitat loss, invasive species, global change, and conservation in aquatic systems. We will consider candidates with expertise in any area of fisheries/aquatic ecology, but we have a preference for applicants with specific skill sets in fish ecophysiology, conservation genetics, freshwater mussels/crayfish, or riverine ecology. The position will require teaching, advising, and mentoring. The successful applicant will teach courses in both the graduate and undergraduate degree programs. Courses could include, but are not limited to, Ichthyology, Forested Watershed Management, and Stream Ecology. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a nationally recognized and externally funded research program focusing on contemporary natural resource-related issues. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in fisheries, ecology, environmental sciences, zoology, natural resources, or related areas. Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral research and/or teaching experience, evidence of research productivity, and potential to secure external research funding to support an active research program that supports the Land Grant mission. Candidates with strong records of undergraduate teaching and mentoring are preferred. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Application deadline: To insure full consideration, applications should be submitted by March 18, 2016. Anticipated starting date is August 15, 2016. Application Procedure: Please email a single PDF file (lastname_FishEcol.pdf) including: 1) letter of interest with applicant’s contact information, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) contact information for three professional references, 4) a one-page description of candidate’s teaching experience and philosophy, 5) one-page research statement, 6) a one page statement regarding the candidate’s commitment to diversity (e.g., ideas for broadening participation in the sciences and proposed techniques for integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research), and 7) unofficial transcripts from all academic institutions attended. Submit materials to: Jennifer Hooper, Administrative Assistant/HR Department of Forestry and Environmental Conservation Clemson University 272G Lehotsky Hall Clemson SC 29634 Email: [email protected] 864-656-0626 (office) 864-656-3304 (fax) Position related questions may be directed to: Dr. Kyle Barrett, Fisheries/Aquatic Ecologist Search Committee Chair Clemson University 261 Lehotsky Hall Clemson University Clemson, SC 29634 Email: [email protected] 864-656-1847 (office) JEANNE CLERY ACT: The Jeanne Clery Disclosure Act requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding areas. As a current or prospective Clemson University employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information for this institution. For more information regarding our Employment, Campus Safety and Benefits, please visit the Human Resources - Prospective Employees web page shown below: http://www.clemson.edu/cao/humanresources/prospective/ CLOSING STATEMENT: Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.
