Opportunities

Genomics
Department of Biological Sciences
The University of Alabama

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level in GENOMICS to begin August 2010. We seek a person who employs whole-genome, proteomic and/or metabolomic approaches to study fundamental problems in cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, organismal biology and/or evolution. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a research program of high quality and impact and contribute to the teaching mission of the department.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral research experience. The successful applicant will be expected to establish an active, externally-funded research program that includes graduate and undergraduate student mentoring. Teaching responsibilities will likely include an undergraduate core course and a graduate course in the successful applicant’s area of expertise. The successful applicant will interact with a wide variety of biologists across the department’s two sections: Molecular and Cellular Biology, and Ecology, Evolution, and Systematics. Additional opportunities for interactions exist in the Departments of Chemistry, Chemical and Biological Engineering, and Computer Science.

A complete application includes 1) an application letter with a list of at least three references (including contact information), 2) CV, 3) statement of research interests and goals, and 4) statement of teaching interests and philosophy. To apply, go to https://facultyjobs.ua.edu, complete the online application (Job # 0802696), and upload your CV. Send all of the materials (including CV) as pdf attachments to bsc-search@ua.edu using “Genomics” in the subject line. Potential candidates may contact the chairperson of the search committee, Dr. Edwin Stephenson at estephen@bama.ua.edu or 205-348-1828, if additional information is required. Consideration of applications will begin 15 December 2009, and continue until the position is filled.

For information about the department visit our website at http://www.as.ua.edu/biology/.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Research Technician - Behavior, Position open at Nestle Purina

Temporary behavior research technician position open at Nestle Purina. This position is responsible for performing the necessary work related to feline and canine behavior research programs under the supervision of behavior scientists. To apply, please go to www.nestlepurinacareers.com and enter the job number of nest-00012054.

FIELD SCHOOL IN THE RAIN FOREST!

DANTA: Association for Conservation of the Tropics and SUNY, Oneonta
are pleased to announce their 2009/2010
field courses in Costa Rica
Primate Behavior and Conservation
December 28, 2009 - January 17, 2010
July 1 – July 28, 2010
Tropical Ornithology
July 29 – Aug 19, 2010
3-6 credits available

We hope to see you in Costa Rica!
Primate Instructors/Coordinators (winter): Kimberly Dingess, SUNY, Oneonta, Stacy Lindshield, Iowa State Univ., Dr. Nicolas Toth, Indiana Univ., Dr. Kathy Schick, Indiana Univ., Dr. Jessica Westin, Dickinson College
Ornithology Instructors/Coordinators: Dr. Nigel Mann, SUNY, Oneonta, Prof. Peter Slater, Uni. of St. Andrews, UK

For more information, email kdingess@danta.info or visit our website www.DANTA.info

Lectureship in Mind and Cognition, Edinburgh University, UK

We are seeking a permanent full-time lecturer (University Grade 8) in
Philosophy of Mind and Cognition, beginning August 2010. The
successful candidate will have, or be about to receive, a PhD. Strong
record of research publication and teaching experience preferred. She/
he will conduct research and teaching (including doctoral supervision)
in the areas of Philosophy of Mind and Cognition and will contribute
teaching to the Masters level specialization in Mind, Language and
Embodied Cognition. Teaching skills in the area of consciousness
studies, perception, metaphysics, and/or the philosophy of language
would be considered an advantage. The successful candidate will be
expected to supervise PhD students working in the area of Embodied
Cognition, so an important asset is research expertise either in that
area or one which complements it. A willingness to seek external
collaborations and funding will also be an advantage.

Salary Scale: £36,532 - £43,622. EO employer.

Apply online at: www.jobs.ed.ac.uk quoting reference number 3011812 or
email jobs@ed.ac.uk for an application pack.

Informal enquiries to andy.clark@ed.ac.uk.

Deadline for applications: December 4, 2009. Interviews to be held in
February 2010.