ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

COASTAL PLANT ECOLOGIST

Vacancy #29F110

The Department of Biology and Marine Biology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning August 2009. We seek candidates with research interests focused on coastal plant ecology. Duties include teaching an undergraduate course in ecology, participating in the graduate program, and maintaining an active research program.The Department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. Excellent support for research is provided both in the Department and at the Center for Marine Science (www.uncw.edu/bio and www.uncw.edu/cmsr). Candidates must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience. 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 required. For questions about the position, contact Dr. Michael Durako, Search Chair, durakom@uncw.edu or (910) 962-2373. For questions about the online application process, contact Ms. Debbie Cronin, cronind@uncw.edu or (910) 962-3707. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by September 29, 2008 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.