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From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Robert Fletcher
Sent: Thursday, January 28, 2010 1:19 PM
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Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Wildlife Conservation Assistant Professor position,
University of Florida
Assistant Professor - Wildlife Conservation
Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS)
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
Duties and Responsibilities
This is a 12-month tenure-accruing position with 60% teaching (College of
Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 40% research (Florida Agricultural
Experiment Station) responsibilities in the Department of Wildlife Ecology
and Conservation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, at the
University of Florida. Tenure will accrue in the Department of Wildlife
Ecology and Conservation. The successful applicant will be expected to
develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program
addressing conservation of wildlife and their habitats. We are especially
interested in applicants whose research focuses on habitat ecology and
dynamics as they relate to the conservation and ecology of wildlife. The
expected teaching assignment will include a graduate course in the faculty
member's area of interest and two undergraduate courses. All IFAS faculty
are expected to demonstrate commitment and responsibility to the three
functions, teaching, research, and extension, of the Land Grant mission.
Qualifications
Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in wildlife science, natural
resources, ecological or biological sciences, or related discipline in
conservation science; evidence of scholarship and depth of knowledge in
applied wildlife conservation; potential to teach and inspire
undergraduate and graduate students; and a commitment to promoting a
diverse educational and professional institution. Postdoctoral experience
is desirable. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and
written communication, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of
extramural funding. Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core
values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability.
Applications
Individuals wishing to apply should submit the following materials:
1. Letter of application that states applicant's interest in the
position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above;
2. Statements of research goals and teaching philosophy;
3. Complete vita;
4. Unofficial transcripts of academic work;
5. Three letters of recommendation.
Review of application materials will begin on March 1, 2010. Women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information and Application Submission Information
All applicants for the position are required to complete an online
registration form at https://jobs.ufl.edu using requisition # 0803859. All
application materials should be submitted electronically by emailing a
single PDF file containing items #1-4 above, along with three letters of
recommendation to [log in to unmask] Letters of
recommendation may be sent electronically to the same address (preferred),
or by post to Dr. Sunquist at the address below.
Inquiries contact: Dr. Mel Sunquist
Chair, Search and Screen Committee
University of Florida
Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
P.O. Box 110430
Gainesville, FL 32611-0430
Telephone: (352) 846-0566
Facsimile: (352) 392-6984
Electronic Mail: [log in to unmask]
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity and equal access
employer. The "government in the sunshine" laws of Florida require that
all documents relating to the search process, including letters of
application, nomination, and reference, except transcripts, be available
for public inspection. Persons with disabilities have the right to
request and receive reasonable accommodation.
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