[PCA] JOB: Ecologist, Research Assistant Professor UVA (Clarke County, VA)

Olivia Kwong plant at plantconservation.org
Mon Mar 2 19:41:03 CST 2009


http://www.virginia.edu/blandy/ecologist.htm (The link has full 
information including FAQ about the position.)

The University of Virginia's Blandy Experimental Farm
invites nominations and applications for the position of
Ecologist, Research Assistant Professor

University of Virginia, Department of Environmental Sciences, Blandy 
Experimental Farm, UVa. Human Resources

The University of Virginia's Blandy Experimental Farm seeks to hire an 
ecologist at the Research Assistant Professor level.

Academic appointment is within the University's Department of 
Environmental Sciences, and the position is based at Blandy, an 
environmental field station located in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. The 
position's distribution is 50% research and 50% administration. The 
successful candidate is expected to establish an extramurally funded 
research program, attract and mentor successful graduate students, and 
mentor undergraduate researchers. Area of research is open but should 
complement existing strengths at Blandy and strengthen connections with 
the Departments of Environmental Sciences and Biology. Possibilities 
include (but are not limited to) invasive species ecology, restoration 
ecology, landscape ecology, and agroecology. Administrative 
responsibilities include oversight of Blandy's undergraduate and graduate 
research programs and working with other faculty to make Blandy a leader 
in environmental research and outreach.

Ph.D. in biology, environmental science, or a closely related discipline 
is required. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. Applicants must provide 
evidence of high-quality research. This is a non-tenure track position 
with an initial three year contract, renewable pending successful review.

To apply, please complete a Candidate Profile on-line through Jobs at UVA and 
attach a cover letter briefly highlighting your research experience and 
potential as a research administrator, curriculum vitae, and a statement 
of research interests. Search for Posting Number 0603195. Please arrange 
for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Dr. David Carr, Search 
Committee Chair (dec5z at virginia.edu). Review of applications will begin on 
March 31, 2009, however the position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding the position can be sent to Dr. Carr 
(dec5z at virginia.edu) and questions regarding the candidate profile process 
or Jobs at UVa should be directed to Judy Masi (jmasi at virginia.edu).

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 
employer. Women and members of underrepresented groups are strongly 
encouraged to apply.




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