The Department of Biological Sciences at California State University Long Beach is looking to hire a Terrestrial Vertebrate Biologist, with a preference for someone with expertise in ornithology or herpetology. All areas of ecology and evolutionary biology are welcome, and we are especially interested in candidates with strong quantitative skills that can participate in teaching courses in statistics.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY LONG BEACH DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Recruitment #2492 Position: Assistant Professor of Terrestrial Vertebrate Biology Effective Date: August 20, 2018 (Fall Semester) Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Link: http://web.csulb.edu/divisions/aa/personnel/jobs/posting/2492/index.html Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences with training and postdoctoral research experience in Terrestrial Vertebrate Biology; A record of research productivity; Demonstrated ability to seek external research funding; Demonstrated potential for effective teaching in vertebrate biology; Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population. Desired/Preferred Qualifications A strong field-based research program that includes a cutting-edge technological or quantitative component; At least one year of postdoctoral experience; A record of extramural research support; Demonstrated potential for effective teaching of courses in ornithology or herpetology as well as vertebrate zoology and statistics; Demonstrated interest in increasing the participation of underrepresented students in STEM fields. Duties Teach courses in organismal and quantitative biology and the undergraduate and graduate biology core curricula; Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program in Vertebrate Biology that involves undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) students; Participate in service to the department, college, university, and community. CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. Required Documentation A Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (approximately one page, single-spaced) Letter of application addressing the minimum and desired/preferred qualifications CV (including current email address) Three confidential letters of recommendation submitted directly by references to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Copy of transcript from institution awarding highest degree Reprints of up to three representative publications A statement of research interests A statement of teaching philosophy. Finalists will also be required to submit a signed SC-1 form and an official transcript. Application submission as a single PDF to: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> is preferred. Requests for information should be addressed to: Dr. Dessie Underwood, Search Committee Co-Chair California State University, Long Beach Department of Biological Sciences 1250 Bellflower Boulevard Long Beach, CA 90840-9502 (562) 985-4807 or E-Mail: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> ___________________________________________ Dessie Underwood, Ph.D. Professor, Biological Sciences Director, Stream Ecology and Assessment Laboratory California State University Long Beach 1250 Bellflower Blvd Long Beach, CA 90840-9502 Office: Hall of Science, Room 144 562-985-7475 FAX: 562-985-8878 Lab: Hall of Science, Room 12 ___________________________________________
