The Division of Biology at Kansas State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Microbial Ecology at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning in the 2013-2014 academic year. We seek candidates addressing cutting-edge questions in microbial ecology using modern methods (molecular and otherwise) with a focus on the effects of Bacteria and/or Archaea on ecological processes. Potential areas of study include, but are not limited to, microbial community structure and function, controls of biogeochemical processes, microbial food web interactions, and/or microbial responses to environmental change. Candidates should complement existing strengths in the Division of Biology (www.ksu.edu/biology), and be able to contribute to collaborative initiatives such as the Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) program at Konza Prairie (www.konza.ksu.edu) and the Ecological Genomics Institute (www.ecogen.ksu.edu).
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in scholarship, and will be expected to develop an independent extramurally-funded research program in his/her area of expertise, to contribute collaboratively to interdisciplinary research programs as appropriate, and to participate in teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students. Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. or equivalent at the time of appointment, and post-doctoral experience is preferred.
The Division of Biology includes a large, diverse and collegial faculty with an excellent record of research and teaching. Extramural research funding in the Division averages approximately $10M per year. We have a broad research program that includes numerous faculty scientists with research interests in ecology, microbiology and related disciplines. The Division is also home to an internationally-recognized program in grassland ecology, centered on the Konza Prairie Biological Station, a 3,487-ha grassland research site supported by the National Science Foundation’s LTER program and other sources (www.konza.ksu.edu). Kansas State University is located in the city of Manhattan (www.ci.manhattan.ks.us), a dynamic college community of about 50,000 located in the scenic Flint Hills of northeastern Kansas. Local recreational opportunities include a large lake/park system, diverse outdoor activities, and a rich program in the performing arts. Manhattan also serves as the regional center for education, health care, commerce, entertainment and communications.
Application Instructions (please read carefully):
Applications must include the following items formatted as a single PDF document:
1) Comprehensive curriculum vitae
2) Statement of research interests
3) Statement of teaching philosophy and interests
4) Up to three representative publications may be included at the end of the PDF document (optional)
In addition: Three letters of reference must be sent directly by their authors to search@ksu.edu.
The entire application (with the exception of the reference letters) should be submitted by email as a single PDF document to search@ksu.edu. In the subject line of the email, please enter the following: Last Name, First Name, faculty search. Reference letters should be sent directly by their authors to search@ksu.edu.
Please note that multiple files or files in other formats, such as Microsoft Word, will not be accepted and will be returned to the applicant for conversion to a single PDF document.
Inquiries only about the position can be directed to:
Dr. John Blair
Chair, Faculty Search Committee
jblair@ksu.edu
Review of applications will begin December 3, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. KSU is an AA/EO Employer, and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Background checks are required.
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