Assistant/Associate Professor of Molecular Microbial Ecology
Job Requisition Number 070725
As seen in the 20 July issue of Science:
The Department of Biological Sciences at Southeastern Louisiana University invites applicants for a tenure-track ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR position in molecular microbial ecology. Candidates should use modern methods of molecular biology and genetics to answer basic questions regarding the factors that influence the diversity and function of microorganisms in ecological systems.
The candidate will be an active participant in our Institute of Biodiversity and Interdisciplinary Studies. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in microbiology or a related field, postdoctoral experience, and a commitment to teaching and research. Applicants will be expected to establish an externally funded research program and will teach courses in microbial ecology, introductory microbiology, and other undergraduate/graduate courses in the biology curriculum. Applicants must be committed to working with diversity. To ensure review, application materials must be received by September 30, 2006.
Qualified applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of both undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcript will be required of finalist), statement of teaching and research interest, and the names and contact information for three references to: Dr. David M. Severs, Department Head, Department of Biological Sciences, Southeastern Louisiana University, SLU Box 10736, Hammond, LA 70402 Information about the Department of Biological Sciences can be found at website: http://www.selu.edu/acad_research/depts/biol/index.html
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