Tenure-track Faculty Position in Evolutionary Biology
Position: Assistant Professor of Evolutionary Biology
Department of Biological Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Position Summary: The Department of Biological Sciences in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Evolutionary Biology to start August 2025. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment.
We seek candidates whose research addresses significant questions in evolutionary biology, broadly defined. Candidates whose research programs complement current research areas in the department are particularly encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. in evolutionary biology, or a related field, and demonstrated research accomplishments are expected, as is postdoctoral experience. Successful candidates are expected to establish an extramurally funded research program, contribute to graduate and undergraduate education, including teaching our core undergraduate Evolution course, and participate in service activities.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
About the Department: The Department of Biological Sciences includes 34 tenured or tenure-track faculty members conducting research and teaching in the areas of evolutionary biology, ecology, genetics, genomics, development, cell biology, and microbiology. More information about the department can be found at: https://fulbright.uark.edu/departments/biology/. There are additional opportunities for collaboration and graduate recruitment through the Cell and Molecular Biology program (http://cell.uark.edu), Statistics and Analytics program (http://statistics-analytics.uark.edu/index.php), and Center for Advanced Spatial Technologies (https://cast.uark.edu). The Arkansas High Performance Computing Center provides state-of-the-art computing resources.
The University of Arkansas is a recipient of the NSF ADVANCE Award (2021-2024). The University of Arkansas Empowering Network Groups for Arkansas Gender Equity (ENGAGE) program promotes institutional change for gender equity in STEM departments and across campus by harnessing institutional resources and mentoring networks.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Completed applications received by Friday October 4, 2024, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
Applicants must submit: a Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Research Statement Teaching Statement, and three letters of recommendation.
For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, please visit:
https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Assistant-Professor-of-Evolutionary-
Biology_R0060075-1?locations=17a66cdad98201f7890cfb48ca00e249.
For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Erica Westerman, at ewesterm@uark.edu.
EMPLOYER INFORMATION
The University of Arkansas: Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
Fulbright College: The Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most academically diverse unit on campus with 3 schools, 16 departments, and 43 academic programs and research centers. The University of Arkansas is committed to providing an educational and work environment in which thought, creativity, and growth are stimulated, and in which individuals are free to realize their full potential. The Fulbright College promotes these ideals and welcomes applicants who foster an inclusive environment through an open exchange of voices and ideas from populations of diverse backgrounds.
The Community: Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, and is known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country’s finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation’s best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. For more information, visit: https://www.experiencefayetteville.com/ and https://diversitynwa.com/.
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About University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/EOE institution committed to achieving diversity in its faculty and staff. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially individuals who contribute to diversity of our campus community. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
