Curator Position in Legume Systematics at NYBG

[Michelangeli, Fabian]

The New York Botanical Garden

Position in the Institute of Systematic Botany

 

Legume Systematist

 

The New York Botanical Garden is seeking an outstanding systematic
botanist for a career-track appointment in the Institute of Systematic
Botany.  Individuals pursuing innovative research in legumes, who are
interested in developing a strong field program, actively using the
extensive herbarium collections and laboratory facilities, are
encouraged to apply.  Candidates who can also make important
contributions in a second interdisciplinary field such as biogeography,
biodiversity, floristics, or theoretical systematics will be given
special attention.  In addition to research, responsibilities include
publishing research results and securing funding to support research and
other activities, participation in the publishing program of the NYBG
Press, and institutional and community service.  The successful
candidate will have a Ph.D., post-doctoral experience, a proven record
of scientific achievement, and the ability to establish an externally
funded research program.  There are opportunities for participating in
undergraduate and graduate training and for teaching at local
universities.

 

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of research
interests, reprints if available and the names and contact information
for at least five references to:  Dr. Dennis Wm. Stevenson, Vice
President for Botanical Science, Attn: Human Resources Department, The
New York Botanical Garden, 200th Street and Kazimiroff Blvd., Bronx, New
York 10458-5126, USA.

Position open until filled.

The New York Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.