Northern Kentucky University - Environmental Science - Asst Prof (Fall 2012)

INSTITUTION: Northern Kentucky University
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Science
POSITION: Assistant Professor (Fall, 2012)
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The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a Tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Environmental Science beginning Fall 2012. Ph.D. in Environmental Science or related field required. Preference will be given to those with an emphasis on environmental pollution and remote sensing/GIS experience. Primary teaching responsibilities include Introduction to Environmental Issues, Orientation to Environmental Careers, and Introductory Biology. Opportunity to develop new environmental courses. Research specialization area is open; multidisciplinary approaches are encouraged. Successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in the Environmental Science program (http://www.nku.edu/~envsci/), the new College of Informatics (http://informatics.nku.edu/), and will be expected to work closely with the Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics (CINSAM) (http://www.nku.edu/~cinsam/). Research opportunities abound due to our close proximity to the Ohio River, and our close collaboration with the Center for Applied Ecology, the Cincinnati branch of the U.S. EPA, and the University of Cincinnati. The Department has a strong focus on undergraduate research. Northern Kentucky University is a growing, vibrant comprehensive metropolitan university of 16,000 students that is just minutes away from Cincinnati, OH, and CVG airport. A detailed description of the position plus departmental information may be found at http://www.nku.edu/~biosci. Send letter of application; brief statement of professional goals; statements of teaching/research philosophy; curriculum vitae; transcripts; and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to Biosci@nku.edu or hard copy to Environmental Scientist Search, Department of Biological Sciences, SC 204E, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY 41099. E versions are preferable. Review of application materials will begin on Oct. 11, 2011 and continue until position is filled.

NKU, located seven miles from downtown Cincinnati in an area offering an outstanding quality of life, is a nationally recognized metropolitan university committed to active engagement with the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region of nearly two million people. Our institution is built on core values that emphasize multidimensional excellence, learner-centered education, civic engagement, multiculturalism, innovation, collegiality, and collaboration across disciplines and professional fields. For additional information on Northern Kentucky University visit http://www.nku.edu. NKU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. A criminal background screening is required.