ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN SYSTEMS PHYSIOLOGY,
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY,
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT

The Department of Biology (www.uvm.edu/~biol) at the University of Vermont is seeking applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Systems Physiology, beginning in the fall of 2014. The most successful candidates will have demonstrated expertise in systems-based molecular approaches toward understanding organismal physiology. Candidates pursuing questions in comparative physiology are especially encouraged to apply. All applicants are expected to: 1) hold a Ph.D. degree in physiology, biological science or related discipline, and have two or more years of postdoctoral experience; 2) develop a competitively funded research program; 3) teach undergraduate and graduate courses ranging from general biology to an area of the candidate’s expertise; and 4) teach, mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates must apply online at www.uvmjobs.com. Search for the position using department name (Biology) only. Include a curriculum Vitae, two representative publications, a statement of research focus, a teaching statement describing approach, philosophy and interests, and the contact information of three references. The reference providers will be emailed information to upload their letters.
Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to: Bryan.Ballif@uvm.edu. The University of Vermont recently identified three “Spires of Excellence” in which it will strategically focus institutional investments and growth over the next several years (http://www.uvm.edu/~tri/). Candidates whose research, scholarship, and/or creative work align or intersect with any of the spires are especially encouraged to apply. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. The University of Vermont is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. The Biology Department is committed to increasing faculty diversity and welcomes applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups and from people with disabilities.