[ES_JOBS_NET] Ecotoxicology Faculty Position at the University of Southern Mississippi's Gulf Coast Research Laboratory

[Leila Hamdan]

TENURE-TRACK POSITION IN AQUATIC ECOTOXICOLOGY
Division of Coastal Sciences
School of Ocean Science and Engineering
The University of Southern Mississippi

*Summary*:
The Division of Coastal Sciences (COA) in the School of Ocean Science and
Engineering (SOSE) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites
qualified applicants for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty
position in Ecotoxicology at the Assistant Professor level, to begin in
Fall 2025.


We seek a broadly trained scientist with a focus on aquatic ecotoxicology
who investigates questions related to organismal responses to current and
future anthropogenic stressors. Potential areas of research include but are
not limited to environmental toxicology; multi-stressor research;
ecophysiology; organismal responses to harmful algal blooms; physiological,
molecular, and biochemical responses to contaminants (e.g., plastics,
chemical/biochemical, metals); and the use of non-mammalian model
organisms. The successful candidate will be expected to use a
state-of-the-art 11,000 ft2 toxicology building capable of producing 0–30
salinities with 10-part filtration systems, and capable of conducting many
controlled experiments. The standard distribution of effort for
tenure-track faculty members in COA is 70% research, 20% teaching, and 10%
service (pre-tenure). Evaluation of applications will consider the
potential of candidates to develop collaboration with other USM academic
units including the Division of Marine Science. The candidate will be
expected to:

1. Develop a strong, nationally recognized and externally funded research
program;
2. Publish in peer-reviewed literature;
3. Mentor graduate students and undergraduate students;
4. Participate in graduate and undergraduate instruction in COA and SOSE;
5. Engage in service activates to COA, SOSE, and USM;
6. Collaborate with other faculty within SOSE;
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

*Additional Information:*
SOSE offers graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) and undergraduate degree programs in
Coastal Sciences, Marine Science, Hydrographic Science, Marine Biology, and
Ocean Engineering, and a certificate program in Uncrewed Maritime Systems.
The faculty and staff of SOSE leverage its location on the Gulf Coast and
expertise in marine and coastal science, engineering, and policy to address
challenges facing coastal and marine environments regionally, nationally,
and internationally. SOSE has significant research infrastructure and
facilities across four principal sites spanning the Mississippi Gulf Coast:
the NASA Stennis Space Center, the Gulf Park Campus at Long Beach, the
Roger F. Wicker Center for Ocean Enterprise at the Port of Gulfport and the
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs. This position will be
located in Ocean Springs at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, a marine
laboratory featuring comprehensive research programs in coastal and marine
biological sciences. Research program support includes state-of-the-art
laboratory facilities and instrumentation; a fleet of small and large
research vessels; the GCRL Museum collection; facilities at the Center for
Fisheries Research and Development (CFRD) and Thad Cochran Marine
Aquaculture Center (TCMAC); and the NSF I/UCRC Science Center for Marine
Fisheries. Ocean Springs is known for its beauty, natural resources, and
arts community. It is home to galleries, restaurants, and schools that are
ranked among the best in the state.

*Minimum Qualifications:*
A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in a relevant discipline.

*Preferred Qualifications:*
Publication in peer-reviewed literature and a record of scholarship,
service, and grant development appropriate for the applicant’s rank.

*Instructions to Applicants:*
Applications must be submitted online (
https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=4404&site=1). For
full consideration, application materials should be submitted by January 5,
2025. A completed application will have the following materials: (1) letter
of interest; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research interests,
accomplishments, and plans; (4) statement of teaching philosophy; (5) PDFs
of three representative publications, and (6) contact information for three
references.

*For additional information contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Michael
Andres (michael.andres at usm.edu <michael.andres at usm.edu>).*

About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910,
The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in
Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged
Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading
research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean
science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to
children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a
broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in
emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering,
information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next
generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce
shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With
a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public
institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home
to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I
sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is
delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit
www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans
with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi
encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to
apply.
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