Virginia Commonwealth University - Biology (Evolutionary Biology) - Assistant Professor (tenure-track)

INSTITUTION: Virginia Commonwealth University
DEPARTMENT: Biology (Evolutionary Biology)
POSITION: 9-month, tenure-track position, Assistant Professor
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Faculty Position – Plant Evolutionary Development
Virginia Commonwealth University

The Department of Biology invites applications for a plant scientist with expertise in evolutionary developmental biology. Special consideration will be given to applicants who can collaborate with our growing group of plant scientists and developmental biologists. This is a nine-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Anticipated start date is August 16, 2012, contingent on funding.

The successful applicant will be expected to develop a productive, externally-funded research program and direct graduate students through the Ph.D. level. Primary teaching responsibilities will include related undergraduate and graduate courses. Postdoctoral experience is expected and demonstrated evidence of excellence in scholarship and teaching is required. In addition, applicants must have demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. Competitive start-up funds are available.

Virginia Commonwealth University has an enrollment of 32,000 students, including over 1,900 undergraduate and 75 graduate students in Biology. The Department of Biology (www.has.vcu.edu/bio) has 39 faculty members with diverse research interests in the following three areas of excellence: Cell Regulation, Evolution, and Ecological Processes and Applications. Faculty members have access to core facilities and colleagues in the Center for the Study of Biological Complexity (www.vcu.edu/csbc).

Electronic submission of applications to: biology@vcu.edu is preferred, but hard copies of vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and three letters of reference may be sent to: Stephanie Millican, Department of Biology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23284-2012. Closing date for receipt of applications is December 15, 2011.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.