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Conservation Biologist

A Lecturer in Conservation Biology to start 15 August 2010.  We seek outstanding teachers with a Ph. D. in Conservation Biology or related areas of biological science and who have an interest in careers in teaching undergraduates.  Responsibilities include development of materials for, coordination of, and teaching lecture and seminar courses in Conservation Biology; advising undergraduates and CONS graduate students; and assistance with administration of the CONS program.  Salary is expected within the range of $48K - $55K, commensurate with experience.  Send a PDF document which contains a letter of application, a statement of instructional philosophy and experience, a C.V., and the names and contact information of three references to Biology1@umd.edu by 10 April 2010. Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.  The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT LECTURER

 TITLE:                                    Lecturer (non-tenure track)

CATEGORY:                         Faculty, full-time, 9 month appointment (renewable annually)

RESPONSIBILITIES:           Coordinate, develop materials for, and teach lectures and seminars in Conservation Biology; advise undergraduates and CONS graduate students; and assist with administration of the CONS program.

QUALIFICATIONS:            Ph. D. in Biological Sciences, knowledge of ecology and conservation biology, and excellent teaching, writing, laboratory, organizational, and communication skills.  Teaching experience at the college-level preferred.

SALARY:                                Commensurate with experience, but expected within the range of $48,000-55,000.

POSITION AVAILABLE:    15 August 2010

TO APPLY:                            For fullest consideration, applications including a statement of instructional philosophy and experience, curriculum vitae and a list of the names and contact information for three individuals who are willing to write a letter of reference should be received by

                                                 10 April 2010.  Submit materials to:  Biology1@umd.edu

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer--