SUMMARY OF POSITION:* *The Department of Chemical and Biological Sciences at Youngstown State University (YSU) invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position beginning August 2024. The successful candidate is expected to develop a competitive research program in molecular aspects of plant ecology, at the population, community, or ecosystem level. The successful candidate is expected to be competitive for extramural funding, be dedicated to training undergraduate and master's degree graduate students and have a strong commitment to teaching. This individual would bridge molecular biology with ecology and evolutionary biology. We seek a person whose research uses metagenomics, metabolomics, or molecular systematics to understand plant population, community, or ecosystem dynamics.

　　Primary responsibilities will be the teaching courses in Plant Diversity, Field Botany, General Biology, and upper division courses in their area of expertise. Ability to teach Cell Biology is a bonus. A successful candidate would also act as curator of the YSU Herbarium.

　　Demonstrated experience directing student research projects and a well-articulated plan for future undergraduate/M.S. graduate research is highly desirable.

　　The ideal candidate will help to fulfill the department's obligation for continued excellence in the preparation of students for careers in the biological sciences. The ability to develop collaborative research efforts within the department, across campus, at local agencies or other universities is desirable. The chosen candidate is expected to participate in departmental and college service activities.

　　POSITION INFORMATION:* Position Information:* Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.

　　Ability to contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching.

　　An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.

　　As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education.

　　Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.

　　QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

　　Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None

　　Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Biology or related area.

　　Preferred Qualifications: Research in plant ecology using modern molecular and genomic tools. Post-doctoral experience.

　　SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

　　* *Position start date will be Fall semester 2024 (August 2024). Please upload all transcriptsas one PDF file.

　　At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar's signature.* APPLY* @ CO.WEBSITE

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