The University of Wisconsin Madison is currently seeking applications for two agroecology-related positions: one in Agroecosystem Entomology and another in Gender & Environment/Feminist Biology. Please see the job announcements below and spread the word!

Assistant Professor of Agroecosystems Entomology
University of Wisconsin - Madison, Department of Entomology
Applications accepted through December 15, 2019

 

The Department of Entomology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is pleased to announce the recruitment for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant level (9-month) in Agroecosystems Entomology with strengths in the understanding and management of pest suppression, pollination, and other ecosystem services provided by insects. Candidates with research interests and experience in integrating diversified agroecosystems with urban agriculture, organic and low-input systems, habitat management and diversification, and environmental and human health are particularly exciting. The ideal candidate will use experimental and quantitative approaches to understand the dynamics and management of pest and beneficial insects, such as predators, pollinators, or decomposers, to improve the sustainability of diversified agroecosystems through novel management approaches. 

 

The position carries a commitment to the three important functions of resident instruction, research, and outreach, as well as professional and university service as appropriate to the faculty rank. The candidate is expected to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate instruction with responsibility for teaching an introductory course in the emerging AgroEcosystems undergraduate major, and an upper-level course in a more specialized agricultural ecology area. All of our faculty contribute to our graduate seminar series and mentor undergraduate students in independent studies, as well as training graduate students and post-doctoral scientists.

 

Candidates must have a PhD in Biological Sciences with expertise in agroecosystems entomology. Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. Preference will be given to candidates that present evidence of excellence in teaching, a record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and success in attracting extramural funding. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent, extramurally funded research program; develop an innovative undergraduate and graduate teaching program; build collaborative relationships in research and instructional programs; and contribute to service and outreach functions of the Department, College, University and professional societies.

 

Application Procedure:
Apply online at "Jobs at UW" (http://jobs.wisc.edu) under job number 100755, or follow this link:  https://go.wisc.edu/lx515e  and begin the application process by clicking "Apply Now".  
Applications must be received through UW-Madison's online application system.  
Applications are accepted through December 15, 2019. 

 

The following information will be requested:

 

1) Letter of application
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Names and contact information of three letter-writers
4) Two-page statement of research interests and future research plans, highlighting the fit to this position and how the candidate would complement the departmental expertise
5) Two-page statement of teaching philosophy, approach and experiences
6) One page statement on how your scholarship, teaching, and mentoring align with the commitment of the Dept. of Entomology to foster an inclusive and diverse academic community
7) One PDF document demonstrating a representative sample of published papers (3 max)  

 

We advise that applicants notify potential letter-writers in advance that letters will be required to the department by January 15, 2020, if the candidate is advanced to the next round of screening. 

 

Applicants can find relevant information about the Dept. of Entomology at http://www.entomology.wisc.edu, and interested individuals are welcome to contact Associate Professor Christelle Guédot ([log in to unmask]) to discuss this opportunity.

 

The Department of Entomology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a national and international leader in basic and applied aspects of insect biology, and has expertise ranging from molecular and sub-organismal biology to applied ecology. A core strength of the department is agricultural entomology. We seek to further develop that strength with a new position in diversified agroecosystems. The Department and UW-Madison value the importance of a diverse community on campus and respect the contributions of each person.

 

Additional Information:
UW-Madison is an affirmative action/equal employment employer and we encourage women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.



Assistant Professor of Gender and Women's Studies
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Applications accepted through December 15, 2019

This faculty position will be academic nine-month, tenure-track appointments at the Assistant Professor level, to start August 2020. Applications at the Associate Professor level may be considered in exceptional cases. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the research, teaching, and service missions of the department. Principal duties of the position will include teaching two courses per semester at the undergraduate and graduate level. Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students required. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct scholarly research in an area of specialization leading to publication at the national and/or the international level. University and professional service is required as appropriate. Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or other doctorate degree) by the time of appointment. Appointment is expected to begin in August 2020.

The Department of Gender and Women's Studies is accepting applications in one of the following two fields: (1) Gender and the Environment: Seeking scholars working at the intersection of gender and environmental studies. Applicants whose work focuses outside of North America are especially encouraged to apply. (2) Feminist Science/Biology: Seeking scholars who bring feminist questions and sensibility to their scientific practice. Applicants from all fields are welcome to apply but we would especially welcome candidates from the biological, psychological, anthropological, or agricultural sciences. Successful candidates in this field must demonstrate an ability to teach courses that present and interrogate biological theories of sex and gender. This position may be shared with a science department.

PhD (or other doctoral degree, e.g., DrPH, DNP) prior to start of appointment required. Applicants should be specialized in Gender and the Environment OR in Feminist Science/Biology. Applicants working on Gender and the Environment may have their degree in one of social science disciplines. Those working on Feminist Science/Biology may have a degree in the biological, psychological, anthropological, or agricultural sciences.

We are open to a variety of disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and methodological approaches, but engagement with feminist scholarship is required. Formal training in Gender and Women's Studies is a plus.

Application Procedure:
To begin the application process, go to jobs.wisc.edu (PVL 100279); please click on the 'Apply Now' button.

You will be asked to create a profile and upload the following: 1) a resume; 2) letter of interest; 3) a writing sample; and 4) a summary of teaching evaluations. In addition, you will be asked for the name and contact information for 3 references. We will email each of these references for their letters.

Questions about the position should be directed to the department chair, Aili Tripp ([log in to unmask].)

The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 15, 2019, however the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.