The Faculty of Agricultural Sciences at Universidad Nacional de Colombia (UNAL Medell�n) invites applications for 12 full-time permanent Faculty Professorships (Tenure, some of them related to Plant Taxonomy, Evolution, and Molecular Biology) with a yearly 15-month appointment beginning in the fall of 2024. JOB DESCRIPTION Applicants will be considered for the faculty title of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications. Positions will be based across all four Departments of the Faculty, as follows: Department of Agricultural Sciences: Four positions in the areas of Botany, Plant Evolution and Taxonomy (FCA-1), Rural Economics and Policy (FCA-2), Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (FCA-3), and Entomology (FCA-4). Department of Forestry: Four positions in the areas of Forest Management (FCA-5), Forest Innovation and Extension (FCA-6), Forest Protection (FCA-7), and Soil Sciences (FCA-8). Department of Food Science and Agricultural Engineering: One position in the area of Rural Constructions (FCA-9). Department of Animal Sciences: Three positions in the areas of Animal Well-Being (FCA-10), Sustainability (FCA-11), and Soil and Water Resources (FCA-12). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the corresponding fields. They are also expected to advise graduate students, execute research and extension projects, and engage in other on- and off-campus professional activities. QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must have (1) an earned doctorate degree in the applicable discipline, (2) teaching experience of at least 200 hours, and (3) professional experience of at least 2,000 hours. Fluency in Spanish and English proficiency, an established record of peer-reviewed publications, and the ability to secure extramural research funding and contribute to professional service activities will also be assessed. TERMS OF OFFICE Salary is commensurate with research experience and accomplishments, as follows: https://personal.manizales.unal.edu.co/fileadmin/user_upload/ACUERDO_023_2008_CSU.pdf The full package of benefits includes 30 vacation days per year, 50% income tax deduction, and full health and retirement insurance. Life and long-term care insurance, as well as savings plans are also available, https://www.fodun.com.co/ Salaries are highly competitive by Colombian standards, see cost of living here: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Colombia&displayCurrency=USD The position will be based in Medellin, the second largest city of Colombia located in the province of Antioquia (northwestern Andes), a vibrant place for living with an exciting cultural, gastronomic and natural scene, besides all modern facilities (including state-of-the-art hospitals and well-ranked international schools). A top spot in the nation to raise a family and enjoy an excellent quality of life. APPLICATION PROCESS Applications will be received in Spanish until April 15. The application also must include a Research Statement (Essay) and a Teaching Statement (a draft of a Syllabus). During interviews the candidates will defend the former, and offer a Trial Lecture. Results will be disclosed by August 8. More details, including dates and the application portal, are available at https://cienciasagrarias.medellin.unal.edu.co/concurso-profesoral.html For enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the committee chair, Natalia L�pez-Loaiza at concurso_fcamed@unal.edu.co Concurso Profesoral (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)