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Rutgers University

Assistant Professor, Wildlife Disease Ecology

New Brunswick

FULL TIME

August 28, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Assistant Professor, Wildlife Disease Ecology

Department

SEBS-Eco,Evol& Natrl Resources

Salary

Commensurate With Experience

Posting Summary

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS) and the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Natural Resources at Rutgers University-New Brunswick invite applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2025. The hire is part of a 7 faculty member cluster hire in Evolutionary Medicine.

We seek a scholar-teacher studying the ecology of disease in wild animal populations. We define wild populations broadly to include terrestrial and aquatic animal species living in any ecosystem. The successful candidate will be able to quantitatively explore the effects of diseases on wildlife populations via field and/or modeling approaches. We are particularly interested in candidates working with emerging and zoonotic diseases, but this is not required.

The successful candidate is expected to develop an externally funded, innovative research program that will broaden SEBS’ existing strengths in the ecology and evolution of disease, and biodiversity conservation. The successful applicant will align with our values of inclusivity, interdisciplinary excellence, and scholarly relevance. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses aligned with their background and departmental needs. They will also be committed to student research mentoring and engaging with the broader community.

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

24FA0841

Posting Open Date

08/20/2024

Posting Close Date

10/15/2024

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Preferred candidates have a Ph D and postdoctoral experience relevant to wildlife disease ecology and have a demonstrated ability to conduct research, engage in grantsmanship, teach at the collegiate level, and mentor students.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Statement

Rutgers-New Brunswick is a public land grant university located in the Northeast Corridor that hosts one of the most diverse student bodies in the United States. Our institutional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), including our priority of diversifying our faculty ranks is outlined in the Rutgers DEI strategic plan (https://diversity.rutgers.edu/university-plan). We especially encourage applications from backgrounds underrepresented in ecology. “For guidance on preparing a diversity statement, see: ”https://execdeanagriculture.rutgers.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/diversity-statement-instructions.php">https://execdeanagriculture.rutgers.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/diversity-statement-instructions.php."

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/234437

Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City

New Brunswick

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization RequirementsUnder Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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