NOTICE OF VACANCY

The Science Programs at Washington State University Vancouver invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in environmental science and justice.
We seek a colleague whose research focuses on scientific issues that disproportionately affect populations along cultural, economic and/or racial boundaries. The area of research emphasis is expected to be in the biological or physical sciences. Areas of study may include, but are not limited to, environmental health and toxicology, human health and nutrition; epidemiology or ecology of disease; human effects on air, water and ecosystems, including climate change; effects of natural disturbance on human populations; and the study of rural-urban interfaces. Candidates whose interests complement existing faculty strengths, can collaborate with disciplines outside science, and possess experience in mentoring students from under-represented populations are desired. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to establish an externally-funded research program. Teaching duties may include undergraduate and graduate courses, plus mentoring graduate students and directing graduate student research.

Required qualifications:

Ph.D. in a scientific discipline; research addressing environmental justice issues; ability to establish an externally funded research program.

Desired qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses; successful externally-funded research program; strong publication record; demonstrated ability to collaborate with disciplines outside of science; demonstrated ability to mentor students of diverse backgrounds and incorporate issues of diversity in curricular offerings.

WSU Vancouver offers both undergraduate and graduate programs and is expected to double its student body (currently 2,900) and faculty in the next 5-10 years, with science and engineering as areas of emphasis. Research expectations and teaching loads are consistent across the four WSU campuses. WSU, a Tier I research institution, offers competitive salaries and start-up packages. WSU Vancouver is located across the Columbia River from Portland, OR and offers significant opportunities for research, a variety of neighboring institutions and agencies for collaboration, and an excellent quality of life.

Submit electronically:

1) a cover letter discussing training and experience as related to the required and desired qualifications,

2) curriculum vitae,

3) copies of two publications;

4) a statement of teaching philosophy and interests;

5) summary of research accomplishments;and

6) three letters of reference to points@vancouver.wsu.edu; or mail to:

 Dr. Brian Tissot,

Washington State University Vancouver,

14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave.,

Vancouver, WA 98686-9600 (phone: 360-546-9611; fax: 360-546-9037).

Review of completed applications will begin on Nov. 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

Washington State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer. Members of groups under-represented in science are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to working with diverse student and community populations.