<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div class="gmail_attr">Job opportunity in agroecology at U. of Illinois</div><div dir="ltr"><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Kent, Angela</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:akent@illinois.edu" target="_blank">akent@illinois.edu</a>></span><br>Date: Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 9:38 AM<br>Subject: Assistant/Associate Professor in Agroecology at University of Illinois<br>To: Kent, Angela <<a href="mailto:akent@illinois.edu" target="_blank">akent@illinois.edu</a>><br></div><br><br><div style="line-break:after-white-space">Dear colleagues,<div><br></div><div>My department is hiring a faculty member in the area of agroecology. Please forward our position announcement to anyone who might be a good fit. This is part of a cluster hire, so they’d be coming in with a nice cohort of colleagues.</div><div><br></div><div>Angela</div><div>__________________________________________</div><div><div>ANGELA D KENT<br><i>Professor of Microbial Ecology</i></div><div><i>Director, Program in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology</i></div><div> <br>University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign<br>College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences<br>Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences<br>306 ERML | M/C 047<br>Urbana, IL 61801<br>217.333.4216 | <a href="mailto:akent@illinois.edu" target="_blank">akent@illinois.edu</a><br><a href="http://microbiome.nres.illinois.edu" target="_blank">microbiome.nres.illinois.edu</a><br> <br></div><span></span><br><span></span><span></span><span></span></div></div><div style="line-break:after-white-space"><div><span></span><br><br><i><font color="#8c8c8c">Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act any written communication to or from university employees regarding university business is a public record and may be subject to public disclosure. </font></i></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES)</span></b><span style="font-size:9pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><br></span><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign</span></b><span style="font-size:9pt;font-family:"Segoe UI",sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Assistant/Associate Professor in Agroecology</span></b><span style="font-size:9pt;font-family:"Segoe UI",sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 3pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Position Overview</span></b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (</span><a href="https://nres.illinois.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">https://nres.illinois.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as an Assistant/Associate Professor in Agroecology. This position is part of a cluster hire coordinated by the Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Environment (iSEE) and the newly established Levenick Center for Climate-smart Circular Bioeconomy. The cluster hire includes four faculty positions across NRES and the Departments of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Agricultural and Consumer Economics, and Plant Biology.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The hire also will serve as Director of the Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture Program (ASAP) in NRES (</span><a href="https://agroecology.nres.illinois.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">https://agroecology.nres.illinois.edu/</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">). ASAP aims to promote sustainable food systems while conserving biodiversity. The ASAP Director position will include an administrative stipend, in addition to the base salary, and graduate student support.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 3pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Position Qualifications</span></b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">We are seeking candidates who have or will develop a nationally recognized research program focused on agroecology with relevance to circular bioeconomy systems. Preference will be given to candidates who adopt a holistic view, apply interdisciplinary approaches, and address questions within the broader context of climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. Specific research areas could include, but are not limited to, food security and biodiversity, soil organic matter, carbon sequestration, sustainable soil management, multifunctional landscapes and ecosystem services, and agroforestry. The successful applicant will be expected to secure extramural funding, recruit and mentor graduate students, publish regularly in leading peer-reviewed scientific journals, and direct ASAP while expanding its scope.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The candidate also should demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentoring students and a commitment to the land-grant mission of the university. Teaching responsibilities typically include two courses per academic year and may include hybrid or online offerings.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">A Ph.D. in an appropriate field is required. For the Assistant Professor level, postdoctoral research experience is preferred. For the Associate Professor level, evidence should be provided of established research and teaching effectiveness appropriate for appointment with tenure.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The anticipated start date is August 15, 2026. The budgeted salary range for the position is $94,000 to $100,000 at the Assistant Professor level and $105,000 to $115,000 at the Associate Professor level (for a 9-month service basis). Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 3pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Application Procedures & Deadline Information</span></b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">To apply, create a candidate profile through </span><a href="https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15270?c=illinois&sq=1032826&referralToken=MX8lYTz4-EapwaM-jNL-bA" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">https://jobs.illinois.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> and submit the following materials: letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references, research statement, teaching statement, and two representative publications. To receive full consideration, all requested application materials must be submitted via the online system by<b> 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 31, 2025.</b> <u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through </span><a href="https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15270?c=illinois&sq=1032826&referralToken=MX8lYTz4-EapwaM-jNL-bA" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">https://jobs.illinois.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Professor Angela Kent, Search Committee Chair at <a href="mailto:akent@illinois.edu" target="_blank">akent@illinois.edu</a> or 217-333-4216. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of </span><a href="https://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/why-work-at-illinois/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">Employee Benefits</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">.<u></u><u></u></span></p><div class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;text-align:center"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><hr size="0" width="100%" align="center"></span></div><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;text-align:center"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit </span><a href="https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">Required Employment Notices and Posters</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through </span><a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">E-Verify</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;text-align:center"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations </span><a href="https://illinois-accommodate.symplicity.com/public_accommodation/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">portal</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing </span><a href="mailto:accessibility@illinois.edu" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">accessibility@illinois.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">.<u></u><u></u></span></p><div class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;text-align:center"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><hr size="0" width="100%" align="center"></span></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Requisition ID</span></b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">: 1032826<br><b>Job Category</b>: Faculty<br><b>Apply at:</b> </span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15270?c=illinois&sq=1032826&referralToken=MX8lYTz4-EapwaM-jNL-bA" target="_blank">https://jobs.illinois.edu</a></span><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"></p></div></div><div style="line-break:after-white-space"><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"></p></div><br><br><div>
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