Position Announcements
Assistant Professor of Applied Fish Ecology
Assistant Professor of Applied Fish Ecology
Tenure-track, Academic Year Position
Position summary: Virginia Tech's Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation invites applications for an academic-year (9-month), tenure-track position, to be filled at the Assistant Professor level. We seek an individual with strong interest and field experience in applied aspects of fish ecology and fisheries management. Demonstrated expertise and commitment to interdisciplinary research in broad areas of importance to the future of fish and wildlife conservation and management are especially desirable (e.g., effects of climate change, energy development, land and water uses on fisheries and aquatic ecosystems). The candidate's expertise should complement the Department's existing and emerging programs in fish and wildlife population dynamics and management, conservation genetics, marine fisheries, human dimensions, habitat ecology, landscape and community ecology, ecotoxicology, wildlife diseases, and conservation biology.
The incumbent should have sufficient background in field studies and fish ecology and management to be qualified to teach core courses in the fisheries program (fisheries techniques, fisheries management) and will also be expected to teach a graduate course in her/his area of expertise, for an average of 2 courses per year. The incumbent also will advise undergraduate and graduate students and be expected to attract extramural funding to support graduate student research in the area of expertise.
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in Fisheries Science, Applied Fish Ecology, Conservation Biology, or closely related field; commitment to excellence in the Land Grant University mission areas of teaching, research and outreach; demonstrated potential for scholarship/research and securing external funding for research; effective communication skills; and commitment to cultural diversity.
Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in design, execution, and analysis of field and laboratory studies; expertise in interdisciplinary approaches to experimental fish ecology and management; skills in landscape spatial analysis; postdoctoral experience that includes teaching and advising/mentoring at the university level; experience in supervising student (graduate or undergraduate) research; strong publication record; success in grant writing; ability and intent to cooperate and collaborate with state and federal conservation/management agencies; experience in interdisciplinary teams; and demonstrated commitment to recruitment and retention of under-represented groups.
To Apply: Applications should be made on-line at www.jobs.vt.edu. Refer to posting number 0122367. Application packages should include the following: a) curriculum vitae; b) transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended; c) letter of interest summarizing areas of expertise and experience germane to the position; d) a one-page statement of research interests and approach; e) a one-page statement of teaching philosophy and approach, and specific graduate teaching interests; f) a one-page statement of outreach philosophy and approach; g) list of at least 3 references. Review of applications will begin December 3, 2012. Questions about the position or the application process should be directed to:
Dr. Brian Murphy, Search Committee Chair
Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation
100 Cheatham Hall
Virginia Tech MC 0321
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Phone: 540-231-6959
Fax: 540-231-7580
e-mail: murphybr@vt.edu
Virginia Tech has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women, minorities, and people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Dr. Eric Hallerman, Department Head, Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation (540-231-5573) (voice); 1-800-828-1120 [VTRS], by the application deadline
Anticipated Starting Date: August 10, 2013