Faculty positions in Plant Ecology, Invertebrate Biology, Cell Biology and Pathogenic Microbiology

The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for four tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level to support the continuing development of emphasis areas in biomedicine, biotechnology and sustainable environment. Exceptional candidates of higher rank may be considered. We are seeking broadly educated biologists who can interact with other faculty having diverse interests ranging from cell and molecular biology through organismal biology to ecology and evolution. Research may be in any area(s) of the specialty. Successful candidates will be expected to establish research programs of national distinction and be inspiring teachers. Postdoctoral experience is required. Primary teaching responsibilities will be an undergraduate course for majors and graduate course(s) in one's specialty.
Applications should include a resume, up to three reprints, a statement of current and planned research, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and three letters of recommendation sent by the applicant's references. Applications and letters of recommendation should be sent to: Ms. Vicky Freeman, Search Committees, Department of Biological Sciences, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634-0314. (Letters and envelopes should clearly indicate the position sought, e.g. "Cell Biology".) Electronic applications and letters of recommendation may be sent to Ms. Freeman at: vfrmn@clemson.edu. (Include the name of the position followed by "Search Committee" on the subject line.) Completed applications should arrive by October 15, 2004.
Brief descriptions of the four positions are listed below. Additional information on Departmental resources and the research interests of faculty may be obtained at our departmental website: www.clemson.edu/biosc.
Plant ecology. We seek a broadly trained botanist with expertise in plant ecology. Areas of specialization include (but are not limited to) global change, restoration ecology and physiological ecology. Primary teaching responsibilities include a large undergraduate course in plant biology and a graduate level course in a specialty area.
Invertebrate Biology. We seek a broadly trained invertebrate biologist who uses modern (e.g. cell, molecular, modeling) techniques in his/her research. The research specialty is open, but individuals with interests in behavior, evolution, development, comparative immunology or comparative physiology would complement existing strengths. Primary teaching responsibilities include a large undergraduate course in invertebrate biology and a graduate level course in a specialty area. This individual would also serve as a campus-wide resource to those faculty and students using or studying invertebrate systems.
Cell Biology. We seek individuals who use innovative approaches to study fundamental problems in cell biology in plant, animal, or microbial systems. Applicants using state-of-the-art molecular and cellular techniques and a strong interest in imaging as applied to a topical problem in cell biology are encouraged to apply. The specific area of research is open, but should be one that is competitive for NIH funding. Primary teaching responsibilities include a large enrollment undergraduate cell biology course and a graduate level course in a specialty area. This individual would be expected to serve as a resource to other researchers within and outside the department who use cells or cellular techniques in their research.
Pathogenic Microbiology. We seek a broadly trained microbiologist who, in keeping with other strengths in the department and on campus, studies problems involving interactions among organisms such as food safety, bacterial biofilms, biosecurity issues, microbial community dynamics, or induction of synergistic or opportunistic infection. Primary teaching responsibilities include an upper level pathogenic microbiology course which is required of all microbiology majors and a graduate level course in a specialty area.
Clemson University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Details are available at the departmental web site: www.clemson.edu/biosc
Completed applications should arrive by 15 October 2004.