Assistant Professor in Freshwater Invertebrate Ecology

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Position Description

The Department of Biology at the University of Mississippi is seeking an aquatic biologist with expertise in freshwater invertebrate ecology for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Applicants must pursue research and teaching interests related to freshwater invertebrate ecology, with demonstrated experience (publications, presentations, courses taught) in those areas. Areas of particular interest include the effects of invasive species in freshwater systems and/or host-parasite interactions in freshwater invertebrates. 

 

The Department of Biology is a broad-based department of 23 tenure-track and 20 instructional faculty members that educates over 900 undergraduate biology majors and more than 60 graduate students (Ph.D. and M.S.). More information about the department can be found at https://biology.olemiss.edu/.

Position Details

Appointment: 9 month

Assignment Type: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

●    Ph.D. from an accredited university in Biology, with a dissertation research emphasis on aquatic ecology. 
●    At least 2 years postdoctoral or other post-Ph.D. research experience relevant to the position (e.g. research assistant professor, non-academic research position).

 

 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Applications are made at https://careers.olemiss.edu and should include: (1) a cover letter outlining interest and suitability for the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a 2-3 page statement of research interests, outlining ongoing and proposed research areas; (4) a 1-2 page teaching statement, which includes teaching experience and teaching interests; and (5) names and contact information for three references.

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue through March 31. The desired starting date is August 2025.
 

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

 

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

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