Job Opening

[Barbara Shaneyfelt]

DIVISION OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
SECTION OF EVOLUTION AND ECOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS


PLANT SYSTEMATIST/
EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGIST


The Division of Biological Sciences, University of California, Davis,
invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track Assistant
Professorship in the Section of Evolution and Ecology.  The position could
include an appointment in the Agricultural Experiment Station.  Candidates
must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in biological sciences or a related field.
 Candidates are expected to have an outstanding, innovative research program
in plant systematics and evolutionary biology, and to have  a strong
knowledge of plant diversity.  Teaching responsibilities include a general
course in plant systematics, emphasizing principles and including a broad
survey of angiosperm evolution, participation in the introductory curriculum
in general biology and/or evolution, and specialized courses at the graduate
level.  Applicants should send (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) copies of
published and in press manuscripts, (3) a description of current and
projected research interests, and (4) a summary of teaching interests and
experience, and have three letters of recommendation sent to:

Dr. James Doyle
Chair, Plant Systematics/Evolution Search Committee
Section of Evolution and Ecology
University of California
Davis, CA 95616-8755.

Closing Date:  Open until filled, but all application materials, including
letters of recommendation, must be received before November 30, 1994 to be
assured full consideration.


The University of California is interested in candidates who reflect the
highest standards of scholarship and professional activities and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
disability, age, or sexual orientation.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action
Employer.