Careers in the Plant Sciences

Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty in Plant Biology

Florida International University - Miami, Florida, USA

Position Title: Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty in Plant Biology
Position Type: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Application Review Begins: Monday, November 11, 2024
Application Deadline: Saturday, March 01, 2025
Institution: Florida International University
Department/Division: Department of Biological Sciences
Field (e.g., systematics): Plant population genetics/conservation genetics, plant chemical ecology, or plant physiology/physiological ecology
City: Miami, Florida, USA
General Information: The Department of Biological Sciences at Florida International University (https://biology.fiu.edu) invites qualified candidates for an Open Rank, (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) position in Plant Biology. Scientists working in plant population genetics/conservation genetics, plant chemical ecology, or plant physiology/physiological ecology are especially encouraged to apply.
Qualifications/Requirements: The minimum requirements are a Doctoral degree in a related field from an accredited institution, a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching and service, and active academic research. To maximize opportunity and experience for our diverse student population, we value and seek diversity in applicants for this position.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to have a solid publication record; to bring and maintain an active, externally-funded research program; to supervise graduate students in our Ph.D. program; and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of expertise and in the general plant sciences curriculum. Successful candidates could also become affiliated with several preeminent research institutes and centers relevant to tropical plant biology, including the Agroecology Program (https://case.fiu.edu/earth-environment/agroecology/), in the International Center for Tropical Botany (https://environment.fiu.edu/ictb/), within the Institute of Environment (https://environment.fiu.edu/).
Application Instructions (submission methods, etc.): Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 533785 at careers.fiu.edu and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statements of mentoring, teaching, and research philosophy. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the search committee. To receive full consideration, applications and required materials should be received by November 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct any questions to Dr. Christopher Baraloto at cbaralot@fiu.edu.
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Contact Name: Christ Baraloto, cbaralot@fiu.edu