[Coral-List] Job announcements

Wed Dec 1 23:36:59 EST 2004

Hello, Coral-Listers:

I am writing to announce the availability of two faculty positions (Marine Icthyologist and Marine Phycologist ) with the University of Guam Marine Lab.  Information on these positions is provided below. 

Dr. Laurie J. Raymundo
Coral Reef Ecologist
University of Guam Marine Laboratory
UOG Station
Mangilao, Guam 96913
Tel: (671) 735-2184
Fax: (671) 734-6767

    #019-95       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR TO ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

                                (TROPICAL MARINE PHYCOLOGIST)

Location:                  Sponsored Programs and Research/Marine Laboratory

University                 The University of Guam is a premier institution of higher education in the Western Pacific.

Information:             It is a land-grant institution, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Commission.  It is located in the village of Mangilao on the island of Guam, on a site overlooking beautiful Pago Bay.  The University has approximately 3,000 students, 80% of Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry, providing a uniquely diverse campus and multicultural atmosphere.  As a regional, comprehensive, open admissions institution, the University awards degrees at the baccalaureate and master's levels through its three colleges.  The University currently is in the third year of a three-year enhancement plan, designed to focus the University and position it for growth through interdisciplinary programs, professional certification programs and undergraduate research.  

Guam has an estimated population of 150,000 and an estimated arrival of about 1 million tourists per year.  English and Chamorro are official languages.  Federal as well as local laws are in effect.  The island is situated within five hours flying time of every major capital city in the Far East.

General                     The Marine Laboratory is looking for a faculty member to carry out an active research and 

Description:              teaching program in the area of tropical marine phycology.

Duties:                     The successful candidate is expected to:  1) teach and advise graduate (M.S. degree) students; 2)obtain extramural grants and maintain a continuous record of scholarly activity; and 3) perform university and community service.

Qualifications:          Required:  Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field from a U.S. accredited institution or foreign equivalent, a strong record of research as evidenced by recent grants and refereed publications in scientific journals, and ability to teach graduate level courses.  Preferred:  Preference will be given to investigators with an established research record in tropical marine phycology.

Salary Level:            Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience relevant to the positions. The following salary figures are for twelve (12) months:  

                                                               Assistant Professor   $44,599 - $65,995 Per Annum

                                                               Associate Professor  $51,090 - $77,099 Per Annum

Appointment/          Twelve (12) month appointment:  Individuals hired will be on a three-year tenure track contractual 

Relocation:               appointment.  If hired off-island on a three-year tenure track position, a travel expense will be provided for the applicant and his/her immediate family (spouse and children, 18 years and under) which includes one-way direct air route economy fare from point of hire, and partial compensation for moving expenses of household goods from point of recruitment (3,500 pounds per family or 1,750 pounds per applicant without dependents will be provided).

Benefits:                   Fringe benefits include subsidized hospitalization and medical plans, life insurance, cafeteria plan (flexible tax benefit plan), and the Government of Guam Defined Contributions retirement plan.

Application               Completed applications shall include a 1) Government of Guam application form, 2) up-to-date 

Process:                    resume or current curriculum vitae; 3) statement of research and teaching interests and plans; 4) copies of representative publications; and 5) copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts.  Applicants must arrange for at least three confidential letters of reference to be forwarded to the Search Committee Chair.  Submit documents to Dr. Laurie Raymundo, Chair, Marine Biology Search Committee, c/o Human Resources Office, University of Guam, UOG Station, Mangilao, GU 96923.  For further information, please e-mail lraymundo at guam.uog.edu, call (671) 735-2184 or fax (671) 734-6767.

Application               Evaluation of applications will begin on March 15, 2005 and continue until the position is filled.

Deadline:

For further information about the University of Guam, visit our Web Site at http://www.uog.edu. For more information about Guam, contact: Guam Visitors Bureau, 401 Pale San Vitores, Tumon, Guam 96911.  For a sample, current issue of the Pacific Daily News, send a check for $4.00 (includes priority mail delivery) to:  Circulation, Pacific Daily News, P.O. Box DN, Hagatna, GU  96932; or visit http://www.guampdn.com. Information on moving to Guam is available at http://ns.gov.gu/customs/html.

Work Eligibility:       Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant's suitability for employment.  All factors which are job related may be investigated (e.g. previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records).  All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant's eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines.  In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job related sources from legal liability for the information provided.

Should an applicant be convicted of any crimes other than a minor traffic violation, a police clearance report and court clearance report is required.  Failure to admit any felony convictions may result in immediate disqualification or disciplinary action.

Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter.  A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request.

Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment.  Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees.  The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis.  If you are hired to fill a position with the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with this law.

The University of Guam is an equal opportunity institution and encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply for this position.

The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.  For assistance contact Ms. Beatrice M.C. Taitano-Cruz, Equal Employment Opportunity Officer, either by phone (671-735-2244) or TTY (671-735-2243).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________

    #020-05       ASSISTANT PROFESSOR TO ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

                                (TROPICAL MARINE ICHTHYOLOGIST)

Location:                  Sponsored Programs and Research/Marine Laboratory

University                 The University of Guam is a premier institution of higher education in the Western Pacific.

Information:             It is a land-grant institution, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Commission.  It is located in the village of Mangilao on the island of Guam, on a site overlooking beautiful Pago Bay.  The University has approximately 3,000 students, 80% of Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry, providing a uniquely diverse campus and multicultural atmosphere.  As a regional, comprehensive, open admissions institution, the University awards degrees at the baccalaureate and master's levels through its three colleges.  The University currently is in the third year of a three-year enhancement plan, designed to focus the University and position it for growth through interdisciplinary programs, professional certification programs and undergraduate research.  

Guam has an estimated population of 150,000 and an estimated arrival of about 1 million tourists per year.  English and Chamorro are official languages.  Federal as well as local laws are in effect.  The island is situated within five hours flying time of every major capital city in the Far East.

General                     The Marine Laboratory is looking for a faculty member to carry out an active research and 

Description:              teaching program in the area of tropical marine ichthyology.

Duties:                     The successful candidate is expected to:  1) teach and advise graduate (M.S. degree) students; 2) obtain extramural grants and maintain a continuous record of scholarly activity; and 3) perform university and community service.

Qualifications:          Required:  Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field from a U.S. accredited institution or foreign equivalent, a strong record of research as evidenced by recent grants and refereed publications in scientific journals, and ability to teach graduate level courses.  Preferred:  Preference will be given to investigators with an established research record in tropical ichthyology.

Salary Level:            Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience relevant to the positions. The following salary figures are for twelve (12) months:  

                                                               Assistant Professor   $44,599 - $65,995 Per Annum

                                                               Associate Professor  $51,090 - $77,099 Per Annum

Appointment/          Twelve (12) month appointment:  Individuals hired will be on a three-year tenure track contractual 

Relocation:               appointment.  If hired off-island on a three-year tenure track position, a travel expense will be provided for the applicant and his/her immediate family (spouse and children, 18 years and under) which includes one-way direct air route economy fare from point of hire, and partial compensation for moving expenses of household goods from point of recruitment (3,500 pounds per family or 1,750 pounds per applicant without dependents will be provided).

Benefits:                   Fringe benefits include subsidized hospitalization and medical plans, life insurance, cafeteria plan (flexible tax benefit plan), and the Government of Guam Defined Contributions retirement plan.

Application               Completed applications shall include a 1) Government of Guam application form, 2) up-to-date 

Process:                    resume or current curriculum vitae; 3) statement of research and teaching interests and plans; 4) copies of representative publications; and 5) copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts.  Applicants must arrange for at least three confidential letters of reference to be forwarded to the Search Committee Chair.  Submit documents to Dr. Laurie Raymundo, Chair, Marine Biology Search Committee, c/o Human Resources Office, University of Guam, UOG Station, Mangilao, GU 96923.  For further information, please e-mail lraymundo at guam.uog.edu, call (671) 735-2184 or fax (671) 734-6767.

Application               Evaluation of applications will begin on March 15, 2005 and continue until the position is filled.

Deadline:

For further information about the University of Guam, visit our Web Site at http://www.uog.edu. For more information about Guam, contact: Guam Visitors Bureau, 401 Pale San Vitores, Tumon, Guam 96911.  For a sample, current issue of the Pacific Daily News, send a check for $4.00 (includes priority mail delivery) to:  Circulation, Pacific Daily News, P.O. Box DN, Hagatna, GU  96932; or visit http://www.guampdn.com. Information on moving to Guam is available at http://ns.gov.gu/customs/html.

Work Eligibility:       Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant's suitability for employment.  All factors which are job related may be investigated (e.g. previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records).  All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant's eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines.  In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job related sources from legal liability for the information provided.

Should an applicant be convicted of any crimes other than a minor traffic violation, a police clearance report and court clearance report is required.  Failure to admit any felony convictions may result in immediate disqualification or disciplinary action.

Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter.  A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request.

Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment.  Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees.  The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis.  If you are hired to fill a position with the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with this law.

The University of Guam is an equal opportunity institution and encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply for this position.

The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.  For assistance contact Ms. Beatrice M.C. Taitano-Cruz, Equal Employment Opportunity Officer, either by phone (671-735-2244) or TTY (671-735-2243).