The Department of Biology at Bates College (http://www.bates.edu/BIO.xml) seeks an Evolutionary Biologist at the Associate or Full Professor rank who will also serve as Chair of the Department.  This is the first of two positions the Department hopes to fill in the next two years as a result of recent retirements.  Courses to be covered collectively by the two positions include evolution, comparative vertebrate anatomy, molecular biology, and genetics, plus courses within the candidates’ specialties.  Familiarity with genomics/proteomics approaches or the comparative and functional morphology of vertebrates is expected of this appointee.  Individuals whose courses and/or research mentorship can contribute to interdisciplinary programs such as biological chemistry, environmental studies, neuroscience or women’s studies will be given preference.  Candidates for Chair should be able to readily establish an active research program involving undergraduates and have experience in the recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff from underrepresented groups. Chair roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, leadership in departmental development and effective communication with College administration. Salary and distribution of time devoted to teaching, research and chair duties are negotiable.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in one of the biological sciences, appreciation for a liberal arts education, and several years of teaching, research and leadership/administrative experience in academia.  Review of applications begins October 1, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.  A cover letter, curriculum vita, statements on teaching, research and academic leadership, and the names and contact information for at least four evaluators who have agreed to write letters of recommendation should be addressed to:

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