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Wetlands Biologists - Assistant Professor (Botanists)Department
BIOLOGY DEPTPosition Number
F0548A, F0526AJob DescriptionThe plant biology positions will share in teaching the heavily demanded undergraduate Botany course as well as provide other needed courses in plant ecology, plant-microbe interactions, plant ecophysiology, or other courses of interest. Candidates who are prepared to engage in interdisciplinary research will be especially welcome.Type of Recruitment
General PublicType of Recruitment
General PublicMinimum Qualifications - knowledge, skills, and abilitiesExcellent communication skills. Experience working with undergraduate and/or graduate student researchers.Minimum Qualifications - Education or training Candidates must hold a doctorate (Ph.D.) in biology or related discipline. Candidates must have a strong scholarship record commensurate with experience, demonstrated potential to establish an active research program, demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, and strong communication skills.Candidates with research interests in plants of estuarine, freshwater, or marine systems will be considered, and we particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in wetland plant ecology, evolution, or physiology. Individual interests could span from local to global scales and across multiple levels of biological organization (population, community, ecosystem), and should be complementary to the expertise of current biology faculty and faculty from other departments throughout ODU.Postdoctoral or equivalent experience is required. We are seeking candidates who share ODU’s commitment to the principle that diversity and inclusion are critical to maintaining excellence.Minimum Qualifications - Special licenses, registration or certificationPreferred QualificationsLocation
Norfolk, VAJob Open Date
07/25/2020Application Review Date
09/15/2019Open Until Filled
YesSpecial Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials RequiredApplicants should provide: a cover letter addressing their interest in the position; a current CV; three letters of recommendation; a statement regarding teaching philosophy; and a statement of research interests. A diversity statement is required as well. The system will solicit 3 letters of reference from the individuals you list in your application. Review of applications will begin 9/15/19 and continue until the position is filled.Telework Friendly
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