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11/11/2020

Medical, Urban, & Veterinary Entomology Postions

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Michael Ivie link

9/1/2022 08:38:44 am

For two other positions, see Assistant Professor of Entomology/Insect Ecology at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/32102

and Assistant Professor of Entomology/Insect Ecology at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/32102

ANNOUNCING AN OPENING FOR:

Assistant Professor of Entomology

Department of Plant Sciences and Plant Pathology

College of Agriculture/Montana Agricultural Experiment Station

Montana State University

Bozeman, MT 59717, USA

Link to posting online is: https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/31737

Screening of applications will begin on November 1, 2022; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Start Date: To be determined.

Appointment Full-time (1.0 FTE) tenure track, 9-month academic year (AY) appointment [30% teaching, 60% research, 10% service]

Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits Eligible

Community Information

Founded in 1893 as a Land Grant University, Montana State University (MSU ) comprises eight academic colleges and a graduate school and boasts a friendly, supportive faculty and campus environment. Currently, the University enrolls over 16,500 students, including over 2,000 graduate students. MSU is in Bozeman, Montana, a community of 53,000 situated in the Gallatin Valley, and part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

The Plant Sciences and Plant Pathology (PSPP) Department, housed in the College of Agriculture, cooperates with two other departments in offering the M.S. degree in Entomology, and an undergraduate Minor in Entomology. PSPP also offers a B.S. degree in four majors, an M.S. degree in Plant Pathology or Plant Sciences, and a Ph.D. degree in Plant Sciences with options in both Plant Pathology and Plant Genetics. The Department has faculty in three buildings on campus, including a state-of-the-art building that is connected to the Plant Growth Center greenhouse facility. Other facilities include the Montana Entomology Collection, the MONT herbarium, a 10-acre horticulture farm that includes a student-run market garden, a pollinator garden, a bee yard, and a 250-acre agronomic research farm. Seven off-campus research centers across the state offer further collaborative research opportunities. In addition to teaching in the Entomology and PSPP areas, faculty teach in the multi-college undergraduate biology series.

The Entomology Group is a multi-departmental group of faculty that teach and advise graduate students in the Entomology MS and Entomology Minor programs, as well as related Ph.D. programs. Specialized entomology facilities include an insect quarantine facility in the Plant Growth Center, a bee yard, the Pollinator Health Center, the Schutter Diagnostic Lab, and the Montana Entomology Collection. Entomology teaching collections for general entomology, insect identification, aquatic entomology, veterinary entomology and insect morphology are also available.

Overview

The PSPP Department conducts research and teaches in the broad areas of biology, including but not limited to agronomy, horticulture, plant biology, plant pathology, genetics, entomology, sustainable crop production, and landscape design. This faculty position will contribute to the entomology area, which supports teaching for broader biology and entomology curricula. As the only entomology program in Montana, faculty, staff, and students work in a broad number of fields to shape the food systems and landscapes in semi-arid climates, for addressing concerns of sustainability, climate change, and social equity.

We seek a highly qualified and enthusiastic entomologist to contribute to our programs. The appointment is 60% research, 30% teaching, and 10% service. The successful candidate will develop an innovative and collaborative teaching program relevant to the missions of the Department, College and University. Instructional responsibilities include four 3-credit courses in a two-year cycle. A University Core course such as BIOO-162CS Insects and Human Society will be taught yearly, plus two courses contributing to the M.S. Entomology program in alternate years. Additional graduate seminars, directed studies, and other high-quality, high-impact educational practices are encouraged. The successful candidate will also advise undergraduate and graduate students in academic and research/creative activities that relate to entomology and related programs.

This full time, 9-month academic year tenure-track position requires that the successful candidate develop a focused program of research/creative activity directed at solving issues in entomology relevant to Montana and the region and that address MSU’s Grand Challenges (https://www.montana.edu/strategicplan/improvinglives.html).

Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Medical Entomology link

9/12/2022 01:47:48 pm

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The Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position in Vector Biology / Medical Entomology. The position is a 9-month appointment (paid over 12 months) with responsibilities in teaching and research; responsibilities are allocated as 55% research, 40% teaching, and 5% service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research: The candidate will develop a visible and high impact research program in vector biology with an emphasis on arthropod vectors that transmit infectious diseases to humans and/or other animals. The successful candidate will establish and support a research program using external funding from agencies such as NIH, USDA, NSF, FDA, USEPA, USFWS and/or other federal and state agencies and/or industry. The candidate should balance both applied and basic research on vector biology and vector-borne disease ecology that crosses molecular, whole organism, and field scales. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop a collaborative and multidisciplinary research program that advances the University of Delaware’s commitment to One Health.

Teaching: The successful candidate will contribute to academic programs through teaching three courses annually: rotating among Medical Entomology, Insect and Wildlife Physiology, Insects and Society (introductory entomology course), and a graduate seminar within their area of expertise.

General Information:

The Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources has 12 faculty and 18 affiliated faculty including instructors. Additional world-class faculty and professionals in other departments within the College provide excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Research facilities include two research farms and excellent greenhouse and laboratory facilities (see http://canr.udel.edu/enwc/). Recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of America’s best universities to work for, the University of Delaware is located in scenic Newark, Delaware, within two hours of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. The University is a Land Grant, Sea Grant, Space Grant, and Carnegie Research University, with external funding exceeding $240 million. We seek individuals that will incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into their research, teaching, and mentoring both at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented group members and women.

SALARY: University of Delaware salaries and fringe benefit packages are highly competitive. The salary is paid over 12 months; faculty are expected to focus primarily on research during the summer months, and additional summer salary may be sought through grants. Tenure-track Assistant Professors receive a third-year sabbatical leave. A generous start-up package will be provided.

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin 1 November 2022 with interviews in early 2023.

CONTACT: For more information, contact Dr. Greg Shriver (gshriver@udel.edu), Search Committee Chair, Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in vector biology, entomology or closely related discipline. Post-doctoral experience preferred but not required with a demonstrated publication record in peer-reviewed journals and demonstrated ability to successfully compete for grant funding. Candidates must have the educational background to teach courses in an entomology program.

Application Instructions

To apply, submit a 1) letter of application, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) one-page research statement, 4) one-page teaching statement, 5) one-page DEI statement of how you would foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, and 6) three letters of reference via Talent Link . Application materials submitted via email will not be considered. Submitted documents will be shared with departmental faculty. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from underrepresented group members and women. The University’s Notice of Non- Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html. Employment offers will be conditioned upon successful completion of a criminal background check. A conviction will not necessarily exclude a candidate from employment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from minority group members, women, individuals with a disability and veterans. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html. Employment offers will be conditioned upon successful completion of a criminal ba

Tammi Matthews link

9/21/2022 07:46:46 am

The University of Minnesota's Department of Entomology seeks applicants whose research, teaching, and service will contribute to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in higher education in the Department and at the University of Minnesota. Our goal is to recruit diverse applicants who may be considered for tenure track positions at the University of Minnesota. The President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is interested in scholars with the potential to bring to their research and teaching the perspective that comes from their educational background or understanding of the experiences of groups historically underrepresented in higher education.

President's Postdoctoral Fellows will conduct research and/or service that provides further development of career skills or allows them opportunities to learn new research techniques. They will be trained by and work in conjunction with a faculty mentor who determines the training agenda. This position does require the PPFP recipient to be in residence in Minnesota.

Note: These are not positions to which permanent residency can be granted for international appointees, however all applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of their citizenship status.

Participating departments in the PPFP program have a commitment to providing professional development and mentoring to the selected Fellow.

Department of Entomology Overview
The Department of Entomology is composed of 15 faculty and 40 staff engaged in teaching, extension and research related to IPM of pests in agricultural, forested, and urban landscapes, and biodiversity and systematics, ecology, physiology, neurobiology, and functional genomics of insects and other arthropods. The department oversees the Entomology Graduate Program and the undergraduate Insect Science Minor. The department maintains the University of Minnesota Insect Collection, one of the largest university-affiliated insect collections in North America with >4 million specimens, representing over 53,000 described species.

Responsibilities
The President's Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct independent research, and engage in grant writing, manuscript preparation, and other duties as assigned. Potential areas of research representing gaps in the department include 1) arthropod vector-pathogen systems; 2) insect taxonomy and systematics; 3) aquatic ecology. The President's Postdoctoral Fellow will engage in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, independently or as co-Instructor based on area of expertise.

Specific expectations of the President's Postdoctoral Fellow include:

Conduct high quality research in one of the areas listed above
Submit grants to funding agencies
Prepare manuscripts related to research findings
Make presentations in seminars in the department, at UMN, and at local/regional/national conferences.
Develop and/or teach/co-teach undergraduate/graduate courses
Engage in diversity and inclusion activities in the department, CFANS and at campus level
Meet with Mentoring Committee and department head on a regular basis
Seek and attend professional development workshops/webinars, conferences related to research/teaching/DEI, etc.
The department has had good success with development of new courses for a wide range of audiences, including in-person and online audiences. Teaching faculty in the department will assist the President's Postdoctoral Fellow with course development by engaging in discussions on determining the target audience, pitching the course at an appropriate level, development of syllabi, lectures, assignments, group activities, quizzes, exams, etc. Mentoring will be provided on inclusion of active and collaborative learning in the course. Feedback on teaching will be provided by faculty. The President's Postdoctoral Fellow will also be encouraged to seek support from the Center for Educational Innovation.

The professional development plan will be developed keeping in mind the President's Postdoctoral Fellow’s career aspirations. A Mentoring Committee with 2-3 faculty from within and outside the department will be established similar to Mentoring Committees that are set up for Assistant Professors. The Chair of the Committee will be the Faculty Mentor/Supervisor for the Fellow. The Department Head will also meet with the Fellow on a regular basis as is done with Assistant Professors for discussions on opportunities (grants, awards), concerns and challenges. Mentoring will include encouragement and facilitation of participation by the Fellow in submission of grant proposals, participation in conferences, engagement in DEI activities, seminar presentations in the department and in other departments at UMN and beyond.

Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Entomology, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion including the ability to work respectfully and effectively wi

P. Larry Phelan link

11/11/2022 01:36:53 pm

Assistant Professor of Urban Entomology
Department of Entomology
College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences
The Ohio State University

This position will be a 50% Research | 35% Extension | 15% Teaching full-time, 9-month tenure-track appointment.

The Race, Inclusion and Social Equity (RAISE) initiative at The Ohio State University is focused on narrowing a range of disparities.

Position Location: Columbus, OH

Position Description
The Department of Entomology in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) at The Ohio State University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Urban Entomology. This position is part of cohort hire of three scholars focused on urban health and environmental problems that are differentially experienced due to race and/or socioeconomic status. The three scholars will complement existing strengths in CFAES and beyond to form a new Urban Health, Environment, and Race Outcomes (Urban HERO) Collaborative. This cooperative, multidisciplinary consortium of experts in social, biological, and ecological sciences and engineering will engage with community partners on the generation and rapid dissemination of new solutions to racial inequities and social disparities in environmental and health outcomes. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to issues of urban equity and justice.

To fill gaps in establishing the Urban HERO Collaborative, this cohort will bring disciplinary expertise in the areas of urban insect ecology, ecological/environmental engineering, and environmental economics/social sciences. The cooperating academic units include Entomology; Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering (FABE); Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics (AEDE); and the School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR). The Urban HERO Collaborative will leverage the outreach strengths of Ohio State University Extension (OSUE) and engagement with the CFAES Knowledge Exchange (KX), a university community partnership for research integration, translation, and communication.

The Assistant Professor in Urban Entomology will work to understand and manage insects of public health significance in urban communities, particularly as they relate to dimensions of socioeconomic disadvantage. Research conducted will investigate healthy, safe, and sustainable ways for control or eradication of insects that are found in and around human habitations. The research will focus on understanding the complex urban environment, how that environment impacts insect populations, and how to effectively control pest and/or vectored disease outbreaks. The successful candidate will integrate research with other hires in this cluster, with existing faculty in the Department of Entomology, and throughout OSU to understand the economic, cultural, and physical interactions that impede or facilitate the control of urban insect populations. Extension activities will focus on working in communities to deliver affordable and sustainable solutions for these persistent pest problems. The faculty member will be expected to teach a course in urban insect pest management and participate in other courses in line with their expertise and department curricular needs.

The successful candidate will have an academic year (9 month) appointment in the Department of Entomology with competitive salary and benefits package and is expected to develop and maintain an interdisciplinary research program with extension/outreach objectives to help fulfill the mission of the Urban HERO Collaborative and contribute to the department’s undergraduate/graduate curriculum.

Required Qualifications
Applicants must:
• possess an earned Ph.D. in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field. Degree requirements must be completed by the appointment start date.
• possess experience in applied and/or basic research examining invertebrate communities in urban areas
• provide evidence of potential for success in research and teaching
• have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a willingness and ability to work closely with diverse groups of community members and academics (e.g., students, staff, faculty)
• demonstrate potential for advancing the goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and outreach, e.g., recruitment and leadership development of underrepresented groups

The Department
The Department of Entomology currently has 18 faculty working in diverse entomological fields including vector biology, pollinator management and conservation, crop pest management, molecular biology, insect behavior and other specialties. We offer an undergraduate major and minor, MS, and PhD in Entomology. Additionally, faculty in our department collaborate in interdisciplinary programs across the university, including the Infectious Disease Institute, Environmental Sciences Graduate Program, Center fo

P. Larry Phelan link

11/11/2022 01:43:31 pm

Application Instructions
Applications should be submitted through the Ohio State job board using the search code R62488 at osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers. Initial application deadline is December 5, 2022, with review of applications continuing until the position is filled. Complete applications include: 1) a cover letter describing interest in the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of research interests and goals (2-pg limit), 4) statement of extension and teaching philosophies and goals (2-pg limit), 5) statement of experience working with minoritized communities and ideas for recruiting/mentoring/developing leadership among under-represented student groups, and 5) names, postal addresses, phone numbers, and emails for three professional references. Inquiries about the position are welcomed and may be addressed either to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. P. Larry Phelan (phelan.2@osu.edu), or the Department Chair, Dr. Jamie Strange (strange.54@osu.edu).

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