The Department of Biological Sciences at Old Dominion University invites applications for a non-tenure track, Visiting Assistant Professor position in Marine Ecology. The start date for this position is August, 2018 for a 10 month appointment (one academic year), with a possible extension to a second year. We seek applicants with a Ph.D. in marine ecology or a related field and strong quantitative skills. The successful candidate is expected to be an effective teacher, and will offer a lecture/laboratory course in marine ecology or invertebrate zoology during the fall and spring semesters along with an advanced undergraduate/graduate course within their area of expertise. The successful candidate must also participate in our M.S. and Ph.D. graduate programs and engage in collaborative research with one of our research-active faculty who will serve as a faculty mentor. Applicants may identify and communicate with a potential research-active faculty collaborator (for our faculty directory see: http://www.odu.edu/biosci/directory ).
To apply, submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and the contact information for three references electronically (https://jobs.odu.edu). Further information can be requested from the Search Committee Chair (Dr. Mark Butler at marine...@odu.edu). The closing date for this job search is June 30, 2018. Review of applicants will begin shortly thereafter and continue until the position is filled. Located in Norfolk, Virginia, Old Dominion University is a doctoral research extensive institution with approximately 25,000 students. The Department of Biological Sciences has a vigorous graduate program with over 100 students. ODU and the College of Sciences are committed to inclusive excellence, recognizing that diversity enhances and enriches our educational mission, employment experience, and community engagement. We seek candidates whose research, teaching, and/or service experiences have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.
