Biological Engineer/Scientist (Research Faculty Position) -- Assistant/Associate Professor, 12-month, Tenure-track Position
Department of Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
RESPONSIBILITIES (Research 75% and Extension 25%):
• Develop a nationally recognized research program, that also supports extension and knowledge transfer. Efforts will be focused on predicting biological system responses to environmental stimuli. Topics could include: enhancing biomass or commodity production and conversion; modeling plant, animal or aquatic responses to health stressors; environmental fate/impact of pollutants; or, other areas. (Excellent field and laboratory facilities and full-time staff are available to help support this endeavor and opportunities exist to collaborate with Oak Ridge National Laboratory).
• Successfully obtain external funding in support of research and extension programs
• Publish scholarly research and extension material
• Fully engage state industries and agencies
• Collaborate with Faculty and participate in interdisciplinary activities throughout the University.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A Ph.D. in Biosystems/Biological Engineering, Biology, Environmental Science or a related discipline is required. A robust background in Mathematical/Statistical Tools is highly desirable.
EFFECTIVE DATE:
01 July, 2010. Review of applications will begin 01 January, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
SALARY:
Commensurate with education and experience.
TO APPLY:
Electronic submissions are encouraged. Qualified applicants should send letters of interest, briefly describing proposed research and extension plans, Curriculum Vitae and contact information for three professional references, to:
John S. Tyner
The University of Tennessee
Department of Biosystems Engineering & Soil Science
2506 E.J. Chapman Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-4531
865-974-7130
jtyner@utk.edu
http://bioengr.ag.utk.edu/ 
