[Entm-researchstaff] Seeking Assistant Professor of Integrative Biology, U. Central Florida (UCF) - Orlando

[John Heraty]

FYI

Assistant Professor in Integrative Biology

Full description of this posting can be found here:
https://jobs.ucf.edu/cw/en-us/job/501613/assistant-professor-integrative-biology <https://jobs.ucf.edu/cw/en-us/job/501613/assistant-professor-integrative-biology>
 
 
The Department of Biology at the University of Central Florida (UCF)
invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position
(9-month appointment), anticipated to begin Fall 2022. We seek an
integrative biologist working in freshwater or terrestrial systems with
preference for research in eco-immunology, eco-physiology, molecular
ecology, or animal neurobiology/neuroethology, or another area that
complements departmental expertise.  The ideal candidate will show:
(a) potential to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research
program including research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate
students, and (b) commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching,
effective student mentoring, and strong academic support for our diverse
student population. Teaching duties include 1 course per semester;
subjects to be determined. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with
other disciplines is desirable.
 
Applicants must have a Ph.D. from an accredited institution. The ideal
candidate will have postdoctoral training or work experience. Applicants
must complete a job application at http://ucf.edu/jobs <http://ucf.edu/jobs> (job number
501613) and upload a single PDF document that includes: (1) a
cover letter that explains how their research is integrative and
complements current departmental expertise; (2) a curriculum vitae;
(3) a research interests and plans statement (limit to 2 pages); (4)
a teaching statement including philosophy for pedagogy and mentorship
and potential courses the candidate could teach or develop (1 page);
(5) a diversity statement which explains how the applicant has advanced
diversity, equity, and inclusion in science, and how the applicant would
continue to do so as a faculty member in the department (1 page); and (6)
contact information for three professional references. If applicable,
candidates may include in their cover letter how the Covid-19 pandemic
has affected their career trajectory. All applications must be received
by Jan 21, 2022 for full consideration. Questions regarding the position
should be directed to Dr. Barbara Sharanowski, Chair of Search Committee
Chair at barb.sharanowski [at] ucf.edu <http://ucf.edu/> and must include the job number
in the subject line.
 
The Department of Biology administers both a Ph.D. program in Integrative
and Conservation Biology and a Master's program in Biology. Our
facilities include a genomics core laboratory, on-campus greenhouse,
and an 800-acre arboretum. Please see https://sciences.ucf.edu/biology <https://sciences.ucf.edu/biology>
and https://sciences.ucf.edu/ <https://sciences.ucf.edu/> for more information. Located in
Orlando, Florida, UCF is classified as a Very High Research Activity
university by the Carnegie Foundation.  With a diverse and large
(70,000) enrollment, UCF is one of the largest universities in the
country, with 200 degree programs. UCF is committed to diversity and
is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. For more information,
visit http://www.ucf.edu/faculty <http://www.ucf.edu/faculty>.
 
We seek candidates who will enhance our representational diversity
and whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts
contribute to diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and
working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. We hope
to identify individuals who will assist in our mission to ensure
that minoritized groups have the opportunity to succeed at UCF. As
an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all
qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals
with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented
populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at:
http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf <http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf>.
 
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and
selection procedures available to the public upon request.
 
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