Assistant Professor - Soil Microbial Ecology at University of Wyoming in Laramie, WY

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Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today! Why Choose Us? At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include: Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%. Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs . Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure. Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth. Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources. At the University of Wyoming , we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary . JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor of Soil Microbial Ecology JOB PURPOSE: The University of Wyoming (UW) seeks to hire an Assistant Professor in Soil Science on a nine-month appointment. The tenure-track hire will be housed in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management (ESM) within the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Natural Resources. We seek a colleague with expertise in soil microbial ecology to conduct research, teach and perform university and professional service. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The position responsibilities will be split between research, teaching, and service. The successful candidate is expected to develop an externally funded research program on soil microbial ecology, publish peer-reviewed articles, mentor graduate students and perform appropriate service activities for the University and within the faculty’s discipline. Potential teaching duties include a course in microbial diversity and ecology as well as other upper-level courses in the candidate’s field of study. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. at the time of hire directly related to Soil Microbial Ecology Experience Evaluation Minimum experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience. Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Evidence of research productivity Experience using state of the art research approaches in microbial ecology Research experience with microbial ecology in natural ecosystems, such as forests, grasslands, shrublands, and/or wetlands. Success with obtaining grant funding Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate research Postdoctoral/faculty research experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: Cover letter (two pages maximum) Resume or C.V. Statement of research experience and interests (two pages maximum) Statement of teaching experience and philosophy (two pages maximum)