Position Announcements
Professor in Theoretical Marine Ecology
Applications are invited for a position as professor in Theoretical Marine Ecology. The professorship is affiliated with the National Institute of Aquatic Resources (DTU Aqua), Section for Population Ecology and -Genetics, Charlottenlund. The position is intended for a candidate with a strong track record in internationally acknowledged research, with significant experience in acquiring and execution of externally financed research programs, with significant experience in teaching and supervision of students, and a strong profile within modelling population and ecosystem dynamics.
Responsibilities and tasks
The successful candidate is expected to ambitiously contribute to shaping and directing the research area as appropriate for a technical university.
The professor’s research field is directed towards describing the reaction of marine ecosystem to external perturbations, e.g. from climate change and fishery. The professorship focuses on the development of models describing the dynamics of marine ecosystems covering species interactions and evolutionary effects. The research is taking place on the interface between fisheries science, biological oceanography, and theoretical (evolutionary) ecology.
A second focus will be on application, implementation and coordination of externally funded projects facilitating the practical implementation of results from fundamental theoretical ecology with relevance for marine ecosystems. This includes the development of practical tools for marine and fisheries management, e.g. tools to calculate expected impact of management decisions.
Finally, the professor is expected to take a lead position in teaching in mathematical and theoretical aspects of marine biology at the bachelor-, master- and PhD levels, and to supervise PhD students and post docs.
Qualifications
Candidates should have well-documented international recognition within their research field. Employment implies original research at high international level and significant research leadership within the mentioned research theme along with significant experience with teaching and student supervision.
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to
• scientific production at international level, research potential and ability to lead and develop a research team
• the ability to teach
• the ability to promote and utilize research results
• an all-round experience basis, including international experience
• the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation
• track record in attracting funding to the research area
• visions within the research area
Furthermore the candidate must have the ability to implement and run external research programs
The research qualifications of the applicant will be evaluated by an assessment committee following the guidelines outlined by the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
The salary and appointment terms are negotiated individually in accordance with the current collective agreement for Danish University Faculty Members.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from DTU Aqua Institute Director Fritz Köster, tel.: +45 33963300; email: fwk@aqua.dtu.dk.
You can read more about DTU Aqua on www.aqua.dtu.dk
Application
Applications, which should be submitted in English, must include a CV and a list of publications indicating those that the applicant regards as the scientific highlights. Teaching materials and research publications to be considered in the assessment must be enclosed as well. Applicants are encouraged to prepare and submit a summary of their latest research results (2-3 pages).
The application should include a plan for future research and documentation of teaching experience.
The application and enclosures in 4 copies must be received no later than 15 September 2010 at 12.00 noon. Electronic applications cannot be accepted. The applications should be addressed to:
Rector
Technical University of Denmark
Building 101 A
2800 Kgs. Lyngby
Denmark
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
The purpose of DTU Aqua is to provide research, advice and education at the highest international level within the sustainable exploitation of living marine and freshwater resources, the biology of aquatic organisms and the dynamics of ecosystems as well as their integration in ecosystem-based management. DTU Aqua has 280 employees, of whom a third are scientific staff. The other employees are assistant biologists, laboratory technicians, IT employees, administrative staff, ship’s crew, student assistants etc. The institute is organized into eight scientific sections which carry out the research, educational and advisory activities. In addition, the institute has a number of scientific and administrative support functions, including the research vessel DANA. DTU Aqua has employees in Charlottenlund, Silkeborg and Hirtshals as well as on Dana.