Hiring Unit: Department of Biological Sciences
Description of Duties:
The Department of Biological Sciences, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor. We seek applicants with training in ecology or related disciplines, with a preferred focus on plant ecology. The successful candidate will share responsibility for teaching a general ecology course, an introductory biology course, and/or an upper division course in area of expertise.
Terms of Appointment:
One academic year (nine month) appointment, with potential for renewal up to three years.
Salary Range: $61,000 -$62,500
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. by the start of the fall 2025 term in biological sciences or related field with a specialization in plant ecology or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications:
Post-doctoral teaching and/or research experience. Demonstrated record of an active research agenda.
Application process:
To apply, send letter of application with statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests and goals, curriculum vitae, copies/scans of all transcripts, names and contact information for three references, and up to three reprints. All materials should be sent to:
Chair, Visiting Assistant Professor Search Committee
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Department of Biological Sciences
Box 1651
Edwardsville
IL 62026-1651
USA
Electronic submission is encouraged. Electronic documents in PDF format should be e-mailed to: ecologist@siue.edu
Application deadline:
Review of applications will begin on April 4, 2025, and continue until the position is filled
For more information about the job post visit: www.siue.edu/employment/cas/FA25-041.shtml
Campus information:
SIUE is a comprehensive regional university located in the St. Louis Metropolitan Region and is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education. Located on 2660 acres, including a 380-acre nature preserve, there are ample opportunities for research and teaching plant ecology on the SIUE campus. SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans.
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Dual Career Support for New Faculty:
The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. Outlined below is a specific list of career services and resources available to help you on your career journey. Individuals are eligible to receive a maximum of three, one-hour appointments. Visit them online at: www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml
Faculty Development and Other Support:
Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center, Ombuds Services, Office of Research and Projects, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub.
Employee Benefits:
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance;
- Life insurance;
- SURS retirement plan;
- Supplemental retirement savings plans;
- Generous holiday schedule;
- WorkLife programs;
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
- Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
- Flexible Spending Account Program;
- University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).