Asst Professor - Zoology & Physiology

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Professor in Ornithology

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Zoology and Physiology at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a tenure-track position in Ornithology at the rank of Assistant Professor. We invite applications from candidates using diverse systems and approaches to study the physiological or evolutionary ecology of birds. We envision an independent researcher who will develop a strong, extramurally-funded research program, and who will excel in a highly collaborative university setting through contributions to research, teaching, and outreach.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The candidate will be expected to develop a strong, extramurally funded research program focused on the physiological or evolutionary ecology of birds. We seek a colleague who is committed to participating in the community through teaching, research, service, and undergraduate and graduate student mentoring. The individual will be expected to contribute to the academic missions of the Department and the interdepartmental Ph.D. program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The individual will also be expected to be an integral member of WYOBIRD (Wyoming Bird Initiative for Resilience and Diversity). WYOBIRD is a new initiative whose mission is to advance knowledge, appreciation, and conservation of birds locally and globally by conducting novel research, training a new generation of scientists, and sharing science through public outreach. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in undergraduate and graduate programs, and should be committed to mentoring and fostering diversity.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

The candidate will be expected to participate in appropriate service activities including, but not limited to, serving on departmental, college and university committees, and graduate committees. These service functions are in addition to discipline-related service activities at the national and international levels.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Initiative
• Innovation
• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Visionary leadership
• Judgement
• Technical/professional knowledge
• Analysis/problem identification. 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Ph.D. in ecology, evolution, physiology, biology, or closely related field. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High potential for improving equity and inclusion for diverse participants in science education and scholarship 
• High potential for an extramurally funded research program
• Demonstrated capacity for effective teamwork and collaboration.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Multiple first-author publications, including in high impact journals. 
• Post-doctoral training in a related field by the time of hire.
• Evidence of ability to secure external grant funding in support of research.
• High potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Demonstrated capacity to conduct cutting edge research with a focus on physiological or evolutionary ecology. 
• Demonstrated commitment to training students and to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Review of applications will begin November 6. In the application, please provide a single PDF file that includes 1) a cover letter (2 pages max), 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement (3 pages max), 4) teaching philosophy (2 pages max), 5) diversity, equity, and inclusion statement focused on research, teaching, and outreach (2 pages max), and 6) contact information for three work-related references. 

The University of Wyoming conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Corey Tarwater (corey.tarwater@uwyo.edu).

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 11/5/2023 will receive full consideration. 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/