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Assistant Professor, Arthropod Evolution/Ecology
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Connecticut
For the complete position announcement, please visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6351.
Job Summary: The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Connecticut
seeks a researcher who uses innovative approaches to address fundamental evolutionary or ecological
questions using arthropods as a study system. We especially encourage applications from individuals
working in one or more of the following areas: population and evolutionary genomics, species interactions,
functional and behavioral biology, population biology, biodiversity, paleobiology, diversification, and
adaptation.
This position builds on Departmental strengths in organismal biology, ecology, evolution, systematics, and
conservation biology. The Department offers a highly collaborative environment at a top public research
university that is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive academic community. More information about
the Department can be found at http://www.eeb.uconn.edu.
Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a minimum of two first-authored
publications related to arthropod evolution/ecology and have earned a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology, Entomology, or a related field by time of appointment. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable.
Preferred Qualifications: Potential to establish a nationally recognized research program using arthropods
to answer fundamental ecological or evolutionary questions; research program that complements and
expands the Department’s strengths; evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring;
commitment to fostering and supporting diversity in the Department and University; broad training in
arthropod biology; relevant postdoctoral experience.
Appointment Terms: This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position with an
anticipated start date of August 23rd, 2016.
To Apply: Follow the ‘Faculty Positions’ link at http://jobs.uconn.edu, which will redirect you to
Academic Jobs Online. Please submit the following: 1) a cover letter addressing qualifications, including a
description of experience with and commitment to enhancing diversity; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a summary
of research accomplishments and future research objectives (3 pages maximum); and 4) a description of
teaching experience, interests, and approach (2 pages maximum). Additionally, please follow the
instructions in Academic Jobs Online to direct at least three reference writers to submit letters of reference
on your behalf. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 2, 2015. We
request that all reference letters also be received by this date. (Search # 2016155)
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse
community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase,
as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn
their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research,
diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research
universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant,
multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity
employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of
traditionally underrepresented populations.
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
75 NORTH EAGLEVILLE ROAD, UNIT 3043
STORRS, CT 06269-3043
PHONE 860.486.4319