The University of Texas at El Paso
College of Science
Department of Biological Sciences
Assistant Professor ĄV Evolutionary Biologist
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Department of Biological Sciences at
the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications
for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position for an Evolutionary
Biologist. We are seeking highly collaborative candidates with expertise
in the evolution of any non-model, multi-cellular animal organism,
including vertebrates or insects. The department has excellent
biodiversity collections offering significant opportunities for
individuals who wish to serve in a curatorial role.
The anticipated appointment date is fall 2020 or earlier. The successful
candidate is expected to (1) establish an extramurally funded research
program; (2) teach and mentor undergraduate, masters, and doctoral
students; and (3) have a strong potential for collaboration across ecology
and evolutionary biology (EEB). ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department
of Biological Sciences, with doctoral programs in EEB and Bioscience,
is among the most productive departments at UTEP and contributes to
interdisciplinary programs in Environmental Science and Engineering,
Bioinformatics, and Computational Science. Additional collaborator
research and training opportunities will become available with the
establishment of the new Data Science PhD in Math. Core facilities in
the NIH sponsored Border Biomedical Research Center include capacities
for DNA Next-Gen sequencing, bioinformatics, and statistics; Biodiversity
Collections, a new state-of-the-art insectarium and multiple vivariums,
and Indio Mountains Research Station provide further research
opportunities. More information is available at the Department of
Biological Sciences website (https://www.utep.edu/science/biology/) and
the UTEP Biodiversity Collections website (www.utep.edu/biodiversity/).
ABOUT UTEP: The University of Texas at El Paso is a Carnegie R1 and
Community Engaged doctoral research university located in one of the
largest binational communities in the world. The University enrolls
more than 25,000 students, invests $91 million in research annually,
and offers 170 bachelorĄŚs, masterĄŚs and doctoral degree programs in
10 colleges and schools. The University maintains an operating budget
of $450 million and employs approximately 4,000 people. It has one of
the lowest out-of-pocket costs of any research university in the U.S.,
underscoring its commitment to make education accessible to all.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent
degree, postdoctoral research experience, and a strong record of research
accomplishments.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Review of applications will begin immediately
and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates must submit a
letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, a
brief description of teaching philosophy, and complete contact information
for at least three references.
To apply, please visit www.utep.edu/employment
Hiring decisions are based upon budget approval.
In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, the University of Texas
at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and
working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences,
and nurtures the growth and development of all.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic
information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in
employment or the provision of services.
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