Plant Ecologist Visiting Assistant Professor (FA25-041)

Agnello & Rogers; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor in Plant Ecology beginning in Fall 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching general ecology and introductory biology courses, and potentially upper-division classes in their area of expertise. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. by the start date and preferably have post-doctoral experience alongside an active research agenda.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible Spending Account Program

University tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be completed by the start of fall 2025.
• Post-doctoral teaching and/or research experience preferred.
• Active research agenda demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Teach a general ecology course and an introductory biology course.
• Share responsibilities for upper division courses in area of expertise.

Skills

Ecology

Plant Ecology

Teaching

Research

Education

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or related field

Job description

Faculty Position FA25-041
March 3rd 2025

Position TitlePlant Ecologist Visiting Assistant Professor

Hiring Unit
Department of Biological Sciences

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Department of Biological Sciences, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor. We seek applicants with training in ecology or related disciplines, with a preferred focus on plant ecology. The successful candidate will share responsibility for teaching a general ecology course, an introductory biology course, and/or an upper division course in area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. by the start of the fall 2025 term in biological sciences or related field with a specialization in plant ecology or a related discipline.

Preferred:

Post-doctoral teaching and/or research experience. Demonstrated record of an active research agenda.

Terms of Appointment

Full-time, academic year appointment beginning Fall 2025, with potential for renewal up to three years.
Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Source of Funds
State

Salary

$61,000 -$62,500

For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: Faculty Employment Benefits

Application Process

To apply, send letter of application with statement of teaching philosophy, statement ofresearch interests and goals, curriculum vitae, copies/scans of all transcripts, names and contact information for three references, and up to three reprints. All materials should be sent to:

Chair, Visiting Assistant Professor Search Committee
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Department of Biological Sciences
Box 1651
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1651
USA

Electronic submission is encouraged.

Electronic documents in PDF format should be emailed to:

[e-mail]

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin on April 4, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email [e-mail].

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Dual Career Support for New FacultyThe Career Development Center, in partnership with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project, is proud to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. This program offers various career services and resources available to help individuals in their career journey. Additional details may be found online at Dual Career Support

Faculty Development and Other Support
Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center Ombuds Services , Office of Research and Projects, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub.

Employee BenefitsTo support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
* Medical, dental and vision insurance;
* Life insurance;
* SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans ;
*Generous holiday schedule ;
* WorkLife programs;
* Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
* Employee discounts (local and national retailers); * Flexible Spending Account Program ;
*University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).

For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits