Associate or Full Professor - Ohio Eminent Scholar in Ecology

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Job Description Summary
Associate or Full Professor - Ohio Eminent Scholar of Ecology with a strong track record of extramurally funded research in ecosystem ecology or related fields.

Job Description
Associate or Full Professor - Ohio Eminent Scholar of Ecology with a strong track record of extramurally funded research in ecosystem ecology or related fields. Study areas may include, but are not limited to, the effects and consequences of global change on ecological systems (e.g., effects of climate change, biodiversity loss, or habitat degradation); ecosystem processes (e.g., primary production, energy flow in food webs, carbon and nutrient cycling); coupled natural-human systems; and macrosystems ecology. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an internationally renowned, externally funded research program; provide leadership on large, collaborative research projects; effectively teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses as assigned; and participate in advising and service. The successful candidate will not currently have primary employment within the state of Ohio. Appointment begins August 2025.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required: Ph.D. in Ecology, or closely related field by date of appointment.

Required Application Documents
Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research plans, and a teaching philosophy.

Special Instructions (if applicable)
Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Tom Crist at biology@miamioh.edu.

Additional Information

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