What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor - Conservation Science and Management position at University of Nebraska Omaha?
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor - Conservation Science and Management
Department
Biology
Essential Functions
The Department of Biology and Environmental Studies Program are seeking candidates with a research program related to Conservation Science and Management. A Ph.D. in Biology (or a related field) and postdoctoral experience are required. This position will begin August 18, 2025.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic Department of Biology with strengths in applied ecology, cellular and molecular biology and discipline-based education research. Our faculty is comprised of 21 tenured- or tenure-track and 7 instructor lines. The Department serves approximately 900 undergraduate majors and 25 MS graduate students.
The new faculty member is expected to establish an active, externally-supported research program focused on conservation science and management of the Great Plains. This position will support pragmatic research and discovery and student success in our growing emphasis on applied ecology of the Great Plains. Research will directly contribute to pressing conservation needs that will inform conservation decisions in our state, such as the Nebraska Natural Legacy Project, and at the federal level, such as the Endangered Species Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
The successful candidate's expertise will capitalize on current opportunities and will grow future opportunities to enhance research collaborations and teaching activities within the Department of Biology, Environmental Studies, and faculty in other UNO departments and at other campuses within the University of Nebraska system. As part of these possible collaborations, the successful candidate will have opportunities associated with UNO's investments in the Glacier Creek Preserve and University system-wide partnerships including the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute and the Nebraska Water Center (http : / / waterforfood.nebraska.edu).
The standard workload assignment in the Department of Biology is 25% research : 75% teaching with opportunities to adjust the ratio with research funding and productivity.
The successful candidate will contribute to an introductory biology or environmental science course and senior / graduate level courses related the conservation science and management for students in biology and environmental science. Mentorship of undergraduate and graduate student research is expected.
The University and Department are strongly committed to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and / or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an E-Verify employer.
Work Schedule
Varies
Additional Duties
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biology or a related field and postdoctoral experience are required. Research experience focused on conservation science and management with an emphasis on environmental applications.
Preferred Qualifications
Postdoctoral teaching experience.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
Negotiable
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2024F-00150
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
An online submission is required to apply :
https : / / unomaha.peopleadmin.com / postings / 21809
Complete the online application and upload 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae with the contact information for three references; and 3) a "portfolio" file with the following supplemental information : (a) statement of research goals; (b) statement of teaching experiences and interests; © PDF copies of 2 to 4 representative publications; (d) past teaching / mentoring evaluations if available.
Review of applications will begin on December 8, 2024.
Questions about the position may be directed to the Conservation Science Search Committee Chair, Dr. Tim Dickson, tdickson@unomaha.edu.
