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The School of Life Sciences is a creative hub for research and teaching excellence at Arizona State University. Faculty, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and staff, work together to support an environment of interdisciplinary research that ranges from studies on biodiesel and biohydrogen, to vaccine development and the conservation of whales.

The school is ASU’s first academic unit to reflect ASU President Michael Crow’s vision for the New American University. We offer platforms for collaborative, cutting-edge research and allow faculty discoveries to be freed from institutional boundaries.

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School of Life Sciences Director JOB #16885

Arizona State University (ASU) announces an international search to recruit a Director for its School of Life Sciences in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences with a concurrent appointment as tenured Professor. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2022.

ASU is a dynamic, internationally-recognized institution dedicated to interdisciplinary collaborations, rethinking university education, and integrating excellence in research, teaching, and service. ASU serves over 150,000 students across four campuses, has global growth through ASU Online, is diverse in student population and disciplines and is located in one the fastest growing urban centers in the US.

As Director of the School of Life Sciences, this role is expected to provide visionary leadership. This person will work to recruit, develop, and retain exceptional faculty and staff; promote excellence in the graduate and undergraduate programs; develop and build interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives; support and lead efforts for diversity, equity and inclusion; and expand the School's outreach initiatives. The Director's vision is expected to resonate with the design aspirations of the “New American University”, fostering growth and innovation in the School’s research mission, advancing entrepreneurial opportunities, and enhancing relations within and outside the university community.

The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in biology or a life sciences-related field. This individual will be able to provide a record of professional accomplishments that merit an appointment of tenured professor as well as show experience in a leadership role. This person will also exhibit a commitment to enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion and cultivating and supporting diverse members of the University community.

FTE: 100%
Application Deadline: Initial deadline October 23, 2021
Rolling: Yes
Rolling Reviewed: Biweekly
Anticipated start date: July 1, 2022
To apply send materials to: ASUDirectorSOLS@agbsearch.com

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Research Professional JOB #16880

The School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) and Biodiversity Knowledge Integration Center (BioKIC) invites applications for an Assistant Research Professional who will serve as the Biodiversity Data Systems Administrator and Programmer for a project running through 2026 to facilitate the digitization, use and impact of biocollections data using Symbiota software used to support hundreds of collections and promote cross-network collaborations and training.

Specific duties include developing and sustaining the Symbiota Support Hub protal infrastructure and services, coordinating acitivites with participating members, performing routine server management duties, and other technical support. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and two youar of systems and/or applications programing experience with an emphasis in informatics.

FTE: 100%
Application Deadline: Initial deadline October 4, 2021
Rolling: Yes
Rolling Reviewed: Biweekly
Link to apply

Postdoctoral Research Scholar JOB #86780

The School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for up to 3 postdoctoral research scholar positions in the life sciences, who seek to advance the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and have experience working with and within groups historically underrepresented in higher education in the United States.

Fellows will conduct independent and productive research programs in collaboration with a faculty mentor in the School of Life Sciences, including production of relevant scholarly products and mentoring of students in research. Fellows are also expected to engage with other Fellows in building a peer mentoring community and forwarding the ASU Charter mission of increasing inclusion and diversity.

FTE: 100%
Application Deadline: Initial deadline June 11, 2021
Rolling: Yes
Rolling Reviewed: Biweekly
Link to apply

Postdoctoral Research Scholar JOB #16705

The HHMI Inclusive Excellence Team at Arizona State University seeks applicants for postdoctoral research scholars in inclusive science education. Our team (Dr. James Collins, Dr. Sara Brownell, Dr. Ariel Anbar, and Dr. Paul LePore) is focused on making undergraduate science programs at ASU more inclusive, with a specific focus on our online degree programs and online courses. There are multiple opportunities for professional development and opportunities for the postdoctoral scholars to develop their own interests and projects in science education research.

Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in biology, science education or a closely-related field by time of appointment, a research record, a demonstrated interest in discipline-based education research and in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preference for applicants with a strong record of education research, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to collaborate well as part of a team, and a willingness to be open to feedback.

FTE: 100%
Application Deadline: Initial deadline Apr. 23, 2021
Rolling: Yes
Rolling Reviewed: Biweekly
Link to apply

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