Asst Professor - Zoology & Physiology

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Professor in Aquatic Ecophysiology or Ecotoxicology 

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Zoology and Physiology at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a tenure-track position in aquatic ecophysiology or ecotoxicology at the rank of Assistant Professor. We invite applications from candidates using diverse systems and approaches to integrate insights from both ecology and physiology to understand the impacts of environmental changes on organisms. This interdisciplinary position will enhance our understanding of complex interactions between environmental stressors and physiological responses and will collaborate with our diverse department and with agency partners. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

We envision an independent researcher who will develop a strong, extramurally funded research program related to aquatic animal physiology and/or ecotoxicology, and who will excel in a highly collaborative university setting. We seek a colleague who is committed to participating in the community through teaching, research, service, and undergraduate and graduate student mentoring. The individual will be expected to contribute to the academic missions of the Department of Zoology & Physiology and to other programs on campus including the interdepartmental Ph.D. program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in undergraduate and graduate programs and should be committed to mentoring and to supporting a diverse university community.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

The candidate will be expected to participate in appropriate service activities including, but not limited to, serving on departmental, college and university committees, and graduate committees. These service functions are in addition to discipline-related service activities at the national and international levels.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Initiative
• Innovation
• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Technical/professional knowledge

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Ph.D. in ecology, evolution, physiology, biology, or closely related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• High potential for an extramurally funded research program
• Demonstrated capacity for effective teamwork and collaboration

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Multiple first-author publications, including in high impact journals. 
• Post-doctoral training in a related field by the time of hire.
• Evidence of ability to secure external grant funding in support of research.
• High potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Demonstrated capacity to conduct cutting edge research with a focus on aquatic ecophysiology or ecotoxicology
• Demonstrated commitment to training students 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Review of applications will begin December 13th, 2024. In the application, please provide a single PDF file that includes 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement (3 pages max), 4) teaching philosophy and experience (2 pages max), 5) contact information for 3 or more work-related references, and 6) 3 representative publications.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 12/12/2024 will receive full consideration. 

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity.  In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/