[Coral-List] UVI positions

[Sandra L. Romano]

The University of the Virgin Islands has two positions available in the
Biology program starting this fall. A short description of the positions is
provided below. The full announcements are available at
http://hrweb.uvi.edu/employment/index.html.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the
positions.

Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology:  A PhD in the Biological
Sciences is required.  All areas of biology will be considered, but
preference will be given to individuals with expertise in plant biology,
ecology, microbiology, or invertebrates.  Significant funding opportunities
may be available through the Virgin Islands EPSCoR program, which supports
ongoing development of infrastructure in marine science, and is focused on
the research area of ³Integrated Caribbean Coral Reef Ecosystems²
(http://epscor.uvi.edu/).  The successful candidate will have strong
commitment to teaching excellence and undergraduate research.  Applicants
with experience and interest in general science education are especially
encouraged to apply.  Teaching duties may include participation in general
science courses, the core biology curriculum and upper level courses in
biology or marine biology. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the
college level, adaptability and genuine interest in teaching are important
assets.
 
Visiting Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology:  A PhD in Biology is
preferred, but candidates with a Masters degree and significant teaching
experience will be considered at the Instructor or Assistant Professor
level.  All areas of biology will be considered, but preference will be
given to individuals with expertise in marine invertebrates, plant biology,
or ecology.  The successful candidate will have strong commitment to project
based learning, undergraduate research and general science education.
Applicants with experience and interest in general science education are
especially encouraged to apply.  Teaching duties may include participation
in general science courses, the core biology curriculum, and upper level
courses in biology or marine biology.  Demonstrated excellence in teaching
at the college level, adaptability and genuine interest in teaching are
important assets. 





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Sandra L. Romano, PhD
Assistant Professor of Marine Biology
Division of Science and Mathematics
University of the Virgin Islands
2 John Brewers Bay
St. Thomas  00802 USVI
Email: sromano at uvi.edu
Voice: (340) 693-1389
Fax:   (340) 693-1385
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