Faculty Position in Evolutionary Ecology and Systematics, Northern Arizona University
Faculty Position in Evolutionary Ecology and Systematics
Northern Arizona University
The Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Arizona University invites applications for a tenure-track teaching and research position in the area of Evolutionary Ecology and Systematics at the assistant professor level, to begin August 2014. Preference will be given to applicants with experience using molecular techniques, informatics, and phylogenetics to study arthropod biodiversity at regional and global scales. The successful candidate will develop a research program to attract extramural funding, have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, and contribute to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including systematics, evolution, ecology and entomology. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in the biological sciences with an emphasis in arthropod systematics, evolutionary ecology, or a related field and one year post-doctoral experience. Preferred qualifications include experience and commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level, outstanding oral and written communication skills, evidence of a strong scholarly record (i.e., publications and/or grants), experience in collections curation, and experience working with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Northern Arizona University has a student population of about 25,000 at its main campus in Flagstaff and at about 30 sites across the state. Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch, with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student’s success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes.
While undergraduate education is our primary emphasis, our faculty contribute to wide range of graduate programs and are involved in diverse research areas. While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. The Department of Biological Sciences offers Bachelor's degrees in five emphasis areas, and also has both Masters and doctoral degree programs. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.
Flagstaff has a population of about 67,000, rich in cultural diversity. Located at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff is 140 miles north of Phoenix at intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40.
Applications must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; (4) a statement of research interests; and (5) names and contact information for three references. Save all items, in the order stated, as a single PDF and send to: BiologyFacultySearch@nau.edu. Only complete application packets sent electronically to this address will be reviewed. The search will remain open until the position is filled or closed; however, the screening committee will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 2013.
NAU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. We are committed to a diverse faculty and seek individuals with interest in teaching and working in diverse communities. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please see http://www.cefns.nau.edu/ for further information about the college, NAU or the Flagstaff area.
