ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PLANT BIOLOGIST

Vacancy #10F015

Position #4732

The Department of Biology and Marine Biology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning in August 2010. Candidates with research interests in plant systematics or any area of plant metabolism, at the molecular, cell or organismal level, are particularly encouraged to apply. Duties will include undergraduate and graduate teaching, maintaining an active research program, and directing graduate students. Graduate curricula in Biology include Masters programs in Biology and Marine Biology as well as a Ph.D. program in Marine Biology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience. State of the art science buildings, an extensive vascular plant and algal herbarium and the Center for Marine Science provide excellent support for research. For additional information on faculty and programs see: www.uncw.edu/bio and www.uncw.edu/cmsr. To apply, complete the online application process at http://consensus.uncw.edu by electronically submitting separately (1) a letter of application including brief statements of teaching and research interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) contact information for three references. MS Word or PDF attachments are preferred. For questions about the position, contact Dr. Michael J. Durako, Search Chair, durakom@uncw.edu or (910) 962-2373. For questions about the online application process, contact Ms. Tracie Chadwick, chadwickt@uncw.edu or (910) 962-3536. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 16, 2009 but, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified men and women from all racial, ethnic, or other minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.