Assistant Professor - Soil Microbial Ecology

University of Washington; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wyoming seeks to hire an Assistant Professor in Soil Science with a nine‑month appointment. The tenure‑track hire will be housed in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management to conduct research, teach, and provide service.

Expertise in soil microbial ecology is required to build an externally funded program and mentor students. The role includes teaching a course in microbial diversity and ecology, developing funded research, and active service within the university and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. at the time of hire directly related to Soil Microbial Ecology.
• Evidence of research productivity
• Experience using state of the art research approaches in microbial ecology
• Research experience with microbial ecology in natural ecosystems, such as forests, grasslands, shrublands, and/or wetlands.
• Success with obtaining grant funding
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate research
• Postdoctoral/faculty research experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop an externally funded research program in soil microbial ecology.
• Publish peer‑reviewed articles and mentor graduate students.
• Teach courses such as microbial diversity and ecology and other upper‑level classes.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Education

Ph.D. in Soil Microbial Ecology

Job description

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JOB TITLE:

Assistant Professor of Soil Microbial Ecology

JOB PURPOSE:

The University of Wyoming (UW) seeks to hire an Assistant Professor in Soil Science on a nine-month appointment. The tenure-track hire will be housed in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management (ESM) within the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Natural Resources. We seek a colleague with expertise in soil microbial ecology to conduct research, teach and perform university and professional service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position responsibilities will be split between research, teaching, and service. The successful candidate is expected to develop an externally funded research program on soil microbial ecology, publish peer-reviewed articles, mentor graduate students and perform appropriate service activities for the University and within the faculty’s discipline. Potential teaching duties include a course in microbial diversity and ecology as well as other upper-level courses in the candidate’s field of study.

COMPETENCIES:

(1) Possesses the ability to work effectively with others in a collegial team atmosphere

(2) Responds to the audience’s needs, interests, attitudes, and level of awareness.

(3) Presents ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner.

(4) Takes action to achieve results.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. at the time of hire directly related to Soil Microbial Ecology

Experience Evaluation

Minimum experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience.

Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Evidence of research productivity
• Experience using state of the art research approaches in microbial ecology
• Research experience with microbial ecology in natural ecosystems, such as forests, grasslands, shrublands, and/or wetlands.
• Success with obtaining grant funding
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate research
• Postdoctoral/faculty research experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.
• Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS :

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [e-mail] .

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