Sustainable Coastal Systems Cluster Coastal Disease Ecologist Applicants for an Assistant/Associate Professor position in coastal disease ecology must have a Ph.D. from an accredited institution, relevant post-doctoral training, and show a demonstrated ability, or strong potential, to maintain a vigorous, extramurally-funded research program. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests focus on the ecology of infectious diseases in natural coastal ecosystems (not aquaculture systems) and who uses innovative approaches, including modeling and empirical field and laboratory work, to address fundamental ecological or evolutionary questions about any coastal host-pathogen systems regardless of taxonomic group. Potential research questions may include, but are not limited to, the ecology of emerging coastal diseases and the intersection of disease and anthropogenic stressors, such as climate change, pollution, habitat loss, or invasive species. Strong interdisciplinary skills, experience working at the interface of social and biological sciences, strong quantitative and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Proven track records of publication in refereed journals of high quality and acquisition of research funding are highly desirable. Candidates must apply on-line at http://www.jobswithucf.com/postings/46716<http://www.jobswithucf.com/postings/46716%20> (Position #38660) and attach the following materials: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for three professional references. In the cover letter candidates should address their background in their discipline and should identify the department(s) for their potential tenure home. In the research statement candidates should include descriptions of their successful interdisciplinary research collaborations and how their current and future research can contribute to the cluster's overall interdisciplinary objectives. The search committee will review applications on an on-going basis until the position is filled. The University of Central Florida, with more than 63,000 students, has grown in quality, diversity, and reputation in its first 50 years and is committed to being inclusive and diverse by building a faculty who are a reflection of the students they teach. For more information about this position please contact the Sustainable Coastal Systems Cluster search committee Chair, Dr. Graham Worthy at [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>
