The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty
position for a biologist studying adaptation. The research areas we are specifically considering
include: [1] the genetics of adaptation, [2] genomics, [3] organismal evolution, [4] physiological
adaptation, and [5] adaptation in a changing environment. We are particularly interested in
candidates whose research spans various sub-disciplines within our broad department. Successful
applicants are expected to integrate with and contribute to our Department’s Human Biology
curriculum. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degrees (or equivalent) who have
demonstrated excellence, originality and productivity in research, and interest in undergraduate
and graduate teaching. Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent is required by date of application. The potential
start date is July 1, 2015.
Applications should be submitted online through https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00491.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; copies of three significant
publications; a brief description of research accomplishments; and a statement of research
objectives and teaching interests. Inclusion of a cover letter is optional. We are particularly
interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education
through their teaching, research, and service; candidates are invited to address this issue in their
application. Please direct any questions to ib_ap_assist@berkeley.edu.
Applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference submitted online. All letters will be
treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer
potential referees, including when letters are produced via a third party (i.e., dossier service or
career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality
(http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html ) prior to submitting their letters.
The deadline for applications is October 15, 2014.
UC Berkeley is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty. Women and minority
candidates are especially encouraged to apply. The University of California is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or
protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and
affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct