Faculty Position in Microbiology
The Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology at
the University of Maine seeks applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant
Professor position in Microbial Physiology. The position will be
available September 1, 2000. The successful applicant will develop and
maintain an externally funded research program; be able to teach
undergraduate Microbial Physiology and General Microbiology and a
graduate level specialty course; direct undergraduate and graduate
student research. The specific research emphasis of this position is
open and may include, but is not limited to, physiology of marine
microbes, microbial physiological ecology, physiology of
microbe-eukaryote interactions, role of quorum sensing and other
factors in microbial population dynamics and the physiology of
processes involved in nutrient cycling and biogeochemistry. A Ph.D.
and post-doctoral research experience with a strong publication record,
as well as a commitment to undergraduate/graduate teaching are
required. For more information see http://www.ume.maine.edu/~bmmb/
Send cover letter, vitae, research plans and names and addresses of
three references to: Dr. Robert Gundersen, Microbiology Search
Committee, Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular
Biology, 5735 Hitchner Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5735,
(207) 581-2802. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2000 and
continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. The University of Maine is an EO/AA Employer.
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