Marine Biologist
- Employer
- The University of Alabama
- Location
- Tuscaloosa, AL
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa invites applications for a full-time (9 month) tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Marine Biology to begin Fall 2020. This position will be based at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL; www.disl.org) on the Alabama Coast near Mobile. DISL offers excellent research facilities and support. We seek a highly innovative and collaborative scientist with a strong academic background in Marine Biology. The successful candidate will use modern analytical techniques to address fundamental questions in their area of expertise, establish an extramurally funded research program, demonstrate a commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in departmental, college, and university service. Candidates whose research investigates how climate change and anthropogenic activities are impacting coastal and/or marine processes, biological invasions, and evolutionary adaptations in response to these factors are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with the ability to interact with other faculty members in the Department of Biological Sciences and at the DISL. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in biology or related discipline, post-doctoral experience, and a strong record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Teaching responsibilities will include an undergraduate course taught during the summer program as well as specialized undergraduate and graduate courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise.
Ad Text:Marine Biologist
The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa invites applications for a full-time (9 month) tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Marine Biology to begin Fall 2020. This position will be based at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL; www.disl.org) on the Alabama Coast near Mobile. DISL offers excellent research facilities and support. We seek a highly innovative and collaborative scientist with a strong academic background in Marine Biology. The successful candidate will use modern analytical techniques to address fundamental questions in their area of expertise, establish an extramurally funded research program, demonstrate a commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in departmental, college, and university service. Candidates whose research investigates how climate change and anthropogenic activities are impacting coastal and/or marine processes, biological invasions, and evolutionary adaptations in response to these factors are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with the ability to interact with other faculty members in the Department of Biological Sciences and at the DISL. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in biology or related discipline, post-doctoral experience, and a strong record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Teaching responsibilities will include an undergraduate course taught during the summer program as well as specialized undergraduate and graduate courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise.
Questions about the position should be addressed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Julie Olson (jolson@ua.edu). To apply, go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/45968, complete the online application, and upload: (1) a cover letter; (2) CV; (3) statement describing past research achievements and future goals; (4) statement of teaching interests and philosophy; and (5) a list of three to five references (including contact information). The search committee will request letters of reference as needed. Consideration of applications will begin 1 November 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Prior to hiring, the final candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation. The start date is August 16, 2020. Additional information about the Department of Biological Sciences and this position can be found on our website at http://bsc.ua.edu. Applications from women and members of underrepresented groups in Biology are especially encouraged. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
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Search Initiation Date:10/16/2019Expected Starting Date:08/16/2020Special Instructions to Applicants:Questions about the position should be addressed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Julie Olson (jolson@ua.edu). To apply, go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/45968, complete the online application, and upload: (1) a cover letter; (2) CV; (3) statement describing past research achievements and future goals; (4) statement of teaching interests and philosophy; and (5) a list of three to five references (including contact information) (Upload to Other Document 1). The search committee will request letters of reference as needed. Consideration of applications will begin 1 November 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Prior to hiring, the final candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation. The start date is August 16, 2020. Additional information about the Department of Biological Sciences and this position can be found on our website at http://bsc.ua.edu. Applications from women and members of underrepresented groups in Biology are especially encouraged. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
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