The position will be jointly appointed between the Department of Biology and Wildlife in the College of Natural Science and Mathematics and the Institute of Arctic Biology. Joint appointments offer protected research time through a reduced teaching load, providing a supportive environment for early career researchers. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a sustainable, externally-funded research program, mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research, contribute to the curriculum through excellence and innovation in teaching, participate in university, professional, and public service and actively contribute to UAF’s ongoing work on equity, diversity, and inclusion in science.
In addition to a start-up package, numerous UA programs offer additional support. For example, the Alaska INBRE program, an NIH infrastructure program with a focus on One Health, offers research funding opportunities through pilot awards, undergraduate and graduate student fellowships, and travel grants for biomedical and environmental health research.
Numerous laboratory facilities and field stations are available for research and teaching, these include Toolik Lake Field Station, the Bonanza Creek LTER, and state-of-the art animal holding facilities with specialized chambers for studying mammalian hibernators. There are also opportunities for collaborations with state and federal agencies, such as the Alaska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, National Park Service, USGS, and USFWS. Additional details about our faculty, programs, and facilities are available on the Institute of Arctic Biology (www.uaf.edu/iab) and Department of Biology & Wildlife (www.uaf.edu/bw) websites.
This position is located on the Troth Yeddha’ campus in Fairbanks, AK. This is a full-time, Fair Labor Standards Act exempt tenure-track faculty position with both a competitive salary and employee benefits package that includes retirement options, annual leave, paid holidays, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be offered a competitive salary based on education and experience.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is the state’s major research institution and has been ranked in the top 25 best small universities in the United States by Times Higher Education. The university serves 5,300 students, 90% of which are undergraduates. Over 20% of the student body identifies as Alaska Native and 30% as ethnic minority. Fairbanks is a small culturally diverse city of approximately 100,000 with a strong sense of community and vibrant arts scene. With its vast network of trails, surrounding national and state recreational areas, and easy access to Denali National Park, Fairbanks offers unparalleled year-round outdoor opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in ecology, wildlife ecology, conservation, or a related field and expertise in the field of Ecology, Animal Ecology or Wildlife Ecology/Biology.
- Evidence of, or clear potential for, acquisition of extramural funding for research support.
- Lead author on at least 3 peer-reviewed publications at the time the application is received (in press or published).
- Postdoctoral experience preferred.
- Experience teaching graduate or undergraduate courses preferred.
Field work may be remote and/or require travel.
Required documentation:
- Cover Letter detailing qualifications for this position, including your research experience and experience teaching ecology or related courses (e.g., ecology, animal behavior, genetics, animal physiology, population ecology, etc.) at the college level.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement, detailing past and current research projects, future research plans, and how those plans relate to research priorities in Alaska and how that work complements and strengthens UAF’s research capacity (~2-3 pages).
- Teaching Statement / Philosophy. A 1-2 page statement describing your teaching experience, approach, and philosophy.
- Statement of commitment to and/or experience with improving diversity, equity and inclusion in ecology, wildlife, and conservation communities (1-2 pages). Please upload this under "Supporting Documents" on the application form.
- The names and contact information for three to five professional references.
1st review of applications will begin March 18, 2024.To ensure consideration, make sure all required documents (below) are submitted prior to 11:59 pm AKST March 17, 2024.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This position is represted by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC )
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ruth Dinardi, Institute of Arctic Biology HR manager, at [email protected] or 907 474 6466.
Advertised:15 Feb 2024 Alaskan Standard Time
Applications close:31 May 2024 Alaskan Daylight Time