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--></style></head><body lang="EN-US" link="blue" vlink="purple"><div class="WordSection1"><div><div><div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Hi everyone,</p></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">We have opened our search for a tenure-track, assistant professor position in Pollinator Biology, Health and Ecology at Penn State! The position is 60% research, 40% extension. The successful applicant will housed in the Penn State Department of Entomology (<a href="http://ento.psu.edu/">http://ento.psu.edu/</a>) and a very integral part of our Center for Pollinator Research (<a href="http://ento.psu.edu/pollinators">http://ento.psu.edu/pollinators</a>). Applications should be submitted before August 31, 2015 to receive full consideration. The full position description is attached and below. Note that Pennsylvania has a very diverse agricultural community, so we are encouraging applications from people who have expertise in honey bees, non-Apis managed bees, and native bees.</p></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Please forward this as appropriate! The position should be up on the PSU HR website (<a href="http://www.psu.jobs">http://www.psu.jobs</a>) by June 3.</p></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Christina<br><br>_____________________________________<br><br>Christina M. Grozinger<br>Professor, Department of Entomology<br>Director, Center for Pollinator Research<br>Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences<br>Pennsylvania State University<br>University Park, PA 16802<br>Phone: 814-865-2214<br>Email: <a href="mailto:cmgrozinger@psu.edu" target="_blank">cmgrozinger@psu.edu</a><br>Webpage: <a href="http://grozingerlab.com/" target="_blank">http://grozingerlab.com/</a>; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thegrozingerlab" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/thegrozingerlab</a><br>Center for Pollinator Research: <a href="http://ento.psu.edu/pollinators" target="_blank">http://ento.psu.edu/pollinators</a> <br><br><br>**********************************</p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">Assistant Professor of Entomology</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> Managed Pollinator Biology, Health and Ecology</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">9- month, tenure track, 60% Research, 40% Extension</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">STARTING DATE: January 1, 2016</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">LOCATION: </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">Department of Entomology</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">Center for Pollinator Research</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">College of Agricultural Sciences</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">The Pennsylvania State University</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">University Park, PA 16802</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">RESPONSIBILITIES: The research focus of this position will focus on investigations into the biology, ecology, and health of managed pollinators. The successful candidate is expected to conduct innovative research and extension on managed pollinators, advise graduate students, and secure extramural funding to support research and outreach programs. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in entomology, ecology, or related sciences with demonstrated accomplishments in research relevant to managed pollinators. Prior experience in extension related activities would be an advantage. Expertise in areas that complement existing departmental strengths in pollinator research, IPM, chemical ecology, genomics or disease ecology is desired. Extension responsibilities will include working with stakeholders on the management of pollinators and delivery of information to diverse audiences with traditional and information-technology methods. Participation in the Horticulture Extension team is expected. Requires competence and comfort in working with multiple stakeholders involved directly in pollinator management. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with the diversity faculty and stakeholders associated with the Penn State Center for Pollinator Research. An ability to relate to a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students is required<b>.</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is provided. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif""> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">APPLICATION: </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif"">Apply online at <a href="http://www.psu.jobs">http://www.psu.jobs</a>. Applications received by </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"">August 31, 2015 </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif"">will receive full consideration, though review will continue until the position is filled. Candidates will need to provide a curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, statements of teaching and research experiences and interests, up to three relevant publications, and a list of references. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected groups.</span></p><div><div><div><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><div><p class="MsoNormal"> </p></div></div></div></div></div></div></body></html>