| Position ID: | Cornell-Ecology and Evolutionary Biology-HERPPROFESSOR [#23424, WDR-00034005] |
| Position Title: | Assistant Professor |
| Position Type: | Tenured/Tenure-track faculty |
| Position Location: | Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] |
| Subject Area: | Ecology and Evolutionary Biology |
| Appl Deadline: | finished (2022/10/24, finished 2023/10/21, listed until 2023/04/20) |
| Position Description: |
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Assistant Professor: Herpetology The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and the Cornell University Museum of Vertebrates (CUMV) invite applications for a tenure-track position in Herpetology. Compelling candidates will build a research program on the diversity and natural history of reptiles and/or amphibians, using their expertise to address fundamental biological questions within one or more of a broad range of sub-disciplines including evolutionary biology, ecology, systematics, physiology, morphology, behavior, conservation biology, and/or citizen science. Preference will be given to candidates who employ state-of-the-art approaches that create or make use of herpetological specimen collections. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and preferably postdoctoral experience, demonstrated scholarly excellence and scientific productivity, a collaborative outlook, a dedication to teaching and engaging undergraduate and graduate students in Herpetology and other courses, and a track record of addressing inclusivity and public engagement through their professional contributions in keeping with Cornell's efforts to promote diversity and equity in our community. Candidates should submit via the website https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23424, a cover letter of up to two pages, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, a research statement (two pages), a statement of teaching interests and experience (two pages), a statement of contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion (two pages), and a page listing citations/DOIs for three representative publications. Inquiries can be directed to Search Committee Chair, Irby Lovette, at herpsearch@cornell.edu .
Review of applications will begin November 28th, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
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