Requisition Title:Assistant Professor – Ecology & Evolutionary Biology – 1300986
Job Field: Tenure Stream
Faculty / Division: Faculty of Arts and Science
Department:Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Campus: St. George (downtown Toronto)
Job Posting: Aug 14, 2013, 6:56:26 PM
Job Closing: Oct 23, 2013

Description:
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream position in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor with an expected start date of July 1, 2014.

We seek a candidate who conducts conceptually driven research, using either empirical or theoretical approaches to study issues related to (1) ecology and evolution of disease, and/or (2) biodiversity and conservation of natural systems. Within these two areas, we seek applications from candidates whose research program fits with the research programs of the highly collaborative faculty currently in the department. Successful applicants will have a PhD by date of appointment or shortly thereafter, with an outstanding academic record and will be expected to build an active, externally funded and internationally recognized research program. The appointee will demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and contributions to the education and training of undergraduate and graduate students.