Assistant Professor in Coastal Plant Ecology

337460

B07632

Faculty 9-10 Months

N/A

Full-Time

Regular

N/A

No

8:00am-5:00pm

Biology

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Academic Affairs - DIV

College of Arts and Sciences

Annually

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The Department of Biology (http://unf.edu/coas/biology/) at the University of North Florida seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 8, 2022. We are searching for an outstanding scientist who studies plant ecology with a preference for candidates working in coastal and estuarine systems. UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution located in Jacksonville, Florida and is home to six colleges and over 17,000 students. The UNF Department of Biology offers baccalaureate degrees in Biology and Biomedical Sciences with areas of concentration in, Coastal and Marine Biology, Ecology and Evolution and Molecular/Cell Biology. Masters level degrees are also offered with a focus on Coastal/Marine Biology, Ecology/Evolutionary Biology or Microbiology/Molecular Biology. Furthermore, because many Biology faculty conduct research focused on coastal and marine ecosystems and wildlife, the department has a nationally recognized program in Coastal and Marine Biology. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching (General Biology 2, Plant Anatomy and Physiology and upper-level courses in area of expertise), maintaining an active, externally funded research program and contributing to the department’s service mission. The minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline with evidence of a significant research program. Evidence of teaching experience is preferred. Candidates that can contribute to the establishment of new research initiatives at the William C. Webb Coastal Research Station, a 1,050-acre tract of saltmarsh wetlands situated on the eastern bank of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway less than 7 miles from the University, are particularly encouraged to apply. Other features and potential research opportunities include the Sawmill Slough Preserve, a 383-acre plot of protected wetland comprising of swamps, forests and ponds located on UNF campus, a 20’ x 80’ greenhouse situated on the roof of the Biology Building, and strong research ties with other agencies involved in coastal wetlands research, including the Guana-Tolomato-Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve and National Park Service.

Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate courses (General Biology 2, Plant Anatomy and Physiology and upper-level courses in area of expertise). Additional responsibilities will include the development and maintenance of extramurally-funded research program. This will include pursuing and obtaining extramural grant support, performing research, recruiting and supervising MS students, and disseminating research results in presentations at professional conferences, and manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals. The individual is expected to contribute to departmental governance and conduct professional service activities.

• Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline with evidence with a significant research program
• Commitment to excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses within the biology department curriculum.
• Strong commitment to mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate research students.
• Excellence in research demonstrated by a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated potential to establish an independent research program.

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This position requires a level II background check, which includes fingerprinting. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

N/A

N/A

08/08/2022

09/16/2021

11/01/2021

Yes

Dr. Jim Gelsleichter

Dr. Cliff Ross

Jacksonville, FL

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents including a cover letter/letter of interest, a teaching statement, a research statement, a curriculum vitae, and copies of transcripts. All of the aforementioned application materials should be uploaded at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Jim Gelsleichter at (904) 620-1575, or jim.gelsleichter@unf.edu. Initial review of applications will begin on November 1, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/17801