Date

Interested candidates should contact:

Dr. Jennifer Burns
Department of Biology
University of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508
Phone: 907/786-1527
Email: afjmb4 [at] uaa.alaska.edu

Further information about the UAA Department of Biology can be found at:
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/biohome/biology.html

CLOSING DATE
Search will remain open until filled.
However, review of applications will begin 15 September 2001


POSITION
Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences in the area of Physiological
Ecology

PCN: 301439A
- Full-time, Tenure-track, Regular appointment with benefits,
9 months/year

LOCATION
Department of Biology, University of Alaska Anchorage

SALARY
Commensurate with academic preparation and experience. Excellent
benefits to include health and life insurance, retirement, and tuition
waiver benefits. Represented by bargaining unit.

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alaska
Anchorage seeks an assistant professor with strengths in physiological
ecology and molecular techniques. We are particularly interested in
candidates who use molecular approaches to investigate physiological
adaptations of animals to extreme and highly seasonal environments, such
as those at high latitudes. We will also consider applicants who use
laboratory and field techniques to investigate the complex processes
that shape animal evolutionary and ecological physiology. Candidates
whose research areas complement those of existing programs are strongly
encouraged to apply. Applicants should have postdoctoral experience, a
strong publication record and demonstrated ability to work
collaboratively. The ability to obtain extramural research funding in
the area of animal physiology, and a strong interest in mentoring
graduate and undergraduate students is required. Opportunities for
collaboration with other research groups exist at the University of
Alaska campuses, and with the statewide research community.

QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must have the following:
- Ph.D. in biology or relevant scientific field;
- evidence of teaching experience in a relevant area;
- post-doctoral research experience;
- at least one publication as first author in a refereed journal;
- ability to obtain extramural research funding;
- ability to establish an independent research program.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary teaching responsibilities include human anatomy and physiology,
and one upper division and/or graduate classes in area of expertise per
year.

Further information about the UAA Department of Biology can be found at:
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/biohome/biology.html

Interested candidates should contact Dr. Jennifer Burns, Department of
Biology, University of Alaska Anchorage, 3211 Providence Drive,
Anchorage, AK 99508, ph: 907-786-1527, email: afjmb4 [at] uaa.alaska.edu for
additional details.

REVIEW DATE
Search will remain open until filled; however, review of applications
will begin September 15th.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Submit a letter of interest mentioning the position number (PCN) above,
statements of teaching and research goals and philosophy, a copy of your
vita, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, of
three references qualified to comment upon your teaching and research
potential to:

University of Alaska Anchorage
Human Resource Services
Administration Building, Suite 245
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508-8136
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Fax: 907/786-4727

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Applicants needing reasonable accommodations to participate in the
application or interview process should contact Human Resource Services.

UAA is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution.