[Nhcoll-l] Job posting: Houston Professor of Ornithology, University of Saskatchewan

[Angela Hornsby]

*University of Saskatchewan*
*Department of Biology *
*Assistant Professor *
*Tenure-track; Houston Professor of Ornithology*

The Department of Biology, University of Saskatchewan, is seeking to fill a
tenure-track Assistant Professor position as the Stuart and Mary Houston
Professor in Ornithology. This hire is supported by endowed funds from
donors Stuart and Mary Houston.

The successful candidate is expected to be an active member of the
ornithology community and to maintain and enhance the University’s
reputation and capacity for research excellence in this discipline. They
will be responsible for the oversight and management of the Biology Natural
History Collection, a repository of biological specimens for teaching and
research, including a large avian collection with contributions from Stuart
and Mary Houston.

Applicants addressing fundamental questions on bird physiology, behaviour,
evolution, population biology, and interactions with the environment are
encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a
vigorous, independent, nationally- and internationally-recognized,
externally funded research program. The Department is dedicated to an
interactive and experience-based approach to the education of students. The
successful candidate will participate in both the undergraduate and
graduate teaching programs, including courses in ornithology and ecology.

The Department of Biology is a diverse department with vibrant graduate and
undergraduate programs. The successful candidate is expected to build on
the Department’s distinctive strength in ornithological research. The
Houston Professor will complement existing faculty members with expertise
in avian biology, have access to aviaries and research facilities at the
Facility for Applied Avian Research, and will benefit from existing
collaborations with Ducks Unlimited Canada, Environment and Climate Change
Canada, and Birds Canada.

The Department believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the
community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are
dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning
environments.

The College of Arts & Science offers a dynamic combination of programs in
the Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts. There are more
than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the College,
and over 300 faculty members, including 9 Canada Research Chairs. The
College emphasizes student and faculty research, interdisciplinary
programs, community outreach and international opportunities.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is located in Saskatoon,
Saskatchewan on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. Saskatoon
is a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts
community, and a full range of leisure opportunities. USask has a
reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities
and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional
programs to a student population of over 27,000.

*Qualifications*: Applicants must have a Ph.D. and relevant post-doctoral
experience with an established record of research excellence. They should
have demonstrated research impact through quality publications in
peer-reviewed journals or equivalent research outputs.

*Salary*: Salary bands for the 2022-2023 academic year: Assistant professor
$99,945 to $120,099

*Benefits*: The position includes a comprehensive benefits package which
includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life
insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick
leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a
professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending
program.

*Application Procedure*: Interested candidates must submit via email: a
cover letter outlining qualifications for the position; a detailed
curriculum vitae; a statement of research focus; a statement of teaching
philosophy, and a list of three references who may be contacted later to
provide letters of support.

Dr. Christopher Todd, Head
Department of Biology College of Arts and Science
University of Saskatchewan
112 Science Place
Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5E2 Canada
Telephone: (306) 966-4400
Fax: (306) 966-4461
Email: biology.head at usask.ca

All qualified candidates, Canadian or other nationalities, are encouraged
to apply. Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates
to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are
otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of
the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2023; however, applications
will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The
anticipated start date is on or after July 1, 2024.

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion,
and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to
reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals
who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian
immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be
given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with
a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to
participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work
together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships
with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and
internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees
provide to strengthening these relationships. Verification of Indigenous
Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and
determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth
policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to
enact the policy. *Successful candidates that assert Indigenous
membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process
of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. *The University of
Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the
Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis
ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another.
Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the
University of Saskatchewan.
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