The Department of BioSciences <https://biosciences.rice.edu/> at Rice 
University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor 
position, with an anticipated but flexible start date of July 1, 
2025, in the area of "Evolution in the Anthropocene."

Humans are contributing to unprecedented changes to our planet, creating 
challenges for understanding the effects of anthropogenic environmental 
change on the distribution, traits, genes, and interactions of species. 
In alignment with the Wiess School of Natural Sciences' initiatives 
<https://e4.rice.edu/> in this area, we are searching for applicants 
with outstanding research that contributes to our understanding of 
Evolution in the Anthropocene. Examples may include, but are not limited 
to, the molecular basis of adaptation to anthropogenic change, effects 
of spatial heterogeneity on adaptation, the evolution of interspecific 
interactions in new ecosystems, understanding eco-evolutionary dynamics 
in a changing world, and the evolution of infectious disease in response 
to anthropogenic environmental change. Research areas can include but 
are not limited to evolutionary genetics/genomics, animal behavior, 
coevolution, evolutionary ecology, evolutionary modeling, experimental 
evolution, microbial evolution, phylogenetics, evolutionary 
developmental biology, life-history evolution, molecular evolution, and 
evolution and plasticity. We particularly welcome applications from 
scholars who leverage genomics, transcriptomics, or proteomics tools and 
include quantitative, theoretical, and/or computational biology 
approaches in these areas.

The position is embedded within the Department of BioSciences with 
expectations to participate in our graduate program in Ecology and 
Evolutionary Biology 
<https://biosciences.rice.edu/ecology-and-evolutionary-biology-graduate-program>. 
This vibrant research group has a strong track record in molecular, 
phenotypic, and behavioral evolution, global change biology, and 
community and population ecology. In addition, our BioSciences 
Department offers collaborative opportunities, expertise, and graduate 
programs in Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Systems and Synthetic 
Biology, and Neurobiology, as well as collaborative opportunities with 
the Texas Medical Center. The successful candidate will be equipped to 
teach undergraduate and graduate classes in Ecology or Evolutionary 
Biology, conduct high-quality externally funded research in Evolutionary 
Biology, publish papers in top journals, and present research broadly. 
The position duties also require the commitment, capacity and motivation 
for ethical and quality student mentorship for enhancing the experience 
and training of mentees in the scholar's lab and in the program more 
broadly. Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree in a biological 
science or a related field by July 1, 2025.

Rice University, a private university in the heart of Houston, Texas, is 
committed to a diverse intellectual community. In this spirit, we 
particularly welcome applications from all genders and members of 
historically underrepresented groups who exemplify diverse cultural 
experiences and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all 
members of our diverse student population.

To apply, please submit the following materials online at 
http://apply.interfolio.com/152527: 
(1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research statement (3 pages 
or fewer); (4) statement of teaching philosophy (2 pages or fewer); (5) 
statement on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (1 page); and 
(6) names and contact information for three references. The statement on 
fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion should discuss any past or 
current activities and/or future plans as a faculty member to foster and 
advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with our 
University's mission to meet the educational needs and interests of its 
diverse student population. Application review will commence October 
1st, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Once the search committee has determined the initial shortlist of 
candidates, the committee chair will request letters of recommendation. 
For additional information, please contact the search chair, Dr. Amy 
Dunham at aed4@rice.edu . Applicants will be 
notified when the final candidate has been selected.

Amy Dunham <aed4@rice.edu>

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