Calls for Applications

The Rupert Barneby Award

The New York Botanical Garden is pleased to announce that Basil Stergios of the Universidad Nacional Experimental de Los Llanos Occidentales "Ezequiel Zamora," Mesa de Cavacas, Venezuela, is the recipient of the 1997 Rupert Barneby Award. Dr. Stergios will be working on the general caesalpinioid legumes of Latin Amercia and floral treatments for Flora Neotropica and Flora of the Guianas.

The New York Botanical Garden also invites applications for the 1998 Rupert Barneby Award. The award of $1,000.00 is to assist researchers to visit the New York Botanical Garden to study the rich collection of Leguminosae. Anyone interested in applying for the award should submit their curriculum vitae and a detailed letter describing the project for which the award is sought. Travel to NYBG should be planned for sometime in 1999. The letter should be addressed to Dr. James L. Luteyn, Institute of Systematic Botany, The New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY 10458-5126 USA, and received no later than December 1, 1998. Announcement of the recipient will be made by December 15th. Anyone interested in making a contribution to The Rupert Barneby Fund in Legume Systematics, which supports this award, may send their check, payable to The New York Botanical Garden, to Dr. Luteyn.

Positions Available

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Plant-Herbivore Interactions
Bucknell University

Plant-Herbivore Interactions postdoctoral position is available (2 yr. or more duration) 1 September 1998 to study the interactions ofgoldenrods or oaks, gall-inducing insects, and natural enemies (see articles: Evolution 50: 777-786, 47: 1696-1710, 46: 1674-97, Oecologia 104: 52-60, 90: 323-332, or book: Abrahamson, W.G. and A.E. Weis 1997. Evolutionary Ecology across Three Trophic Levels, Princeton University Press). Areas of interest include host-race formation/speciation, plant resistance particularly secondary chemistry, herbivore impacts on hosts, population regulation, genetics, or intersections of phylogeny and ecology. Applicant review begins 15 June and continues until the position is filled. Send CV and have three references sent to: Dr. Warren Abrahamson, Department of Biology, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA 17837, e-mail: <abrahmsn@bucknell.edu> Bucknell University encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Origins of Modern Conifer Families:
Ohio University

Evolutionary Ecology and Phylogenetic Systematics of Fossil and Living Taxa

Ohio University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to participate in an ongoing program of seed plant phylogenetics. The position is for a minimum of one year, beginning September 1, 1998, with salary of $28,600 including benefits.

Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. completed.
2. Experience with phylogenetic approaches employing fossil evidence.
3. Experience with preparation of fossil gymnosperms in various modes of preservation, preferably coniferophytes or conifers.
4. Proficiency with manuscript and grant preparation.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare fossil and modern specimens
2. Conduct phylogenetic analyses
3. Capture and process digital images
4. Write manuscripts and prepare grant proposals
5. Take responsibility for laboratory operations

Applications should send curriculum vita; statement of research interests; names, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of at least 3 references; and copies of relevant publications to: Dr. Gar W. Rothwell, Department of Environmental and Plant Biology, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 45701. Inquiries and applications may be directed to: <rothwell@ohiou.edu>

Director
Georgia Southern University
Botanical Gardens

Georgia Southern University seeks a dynamic Director of its Botanical Garden, a ten acre site highlighting natural habitat gardens with turn-of-the-century farm buildings, nature trails, and a native plant collection. The Garden offers an energetic individual an exciting opportunity to provide leadership for the development of programs and the implementation of an ambitious, evolving master plan.

The Garden Director must be able to communicate effectively with the general public as well as the university community and must possess experience with proposal development and fund raising, and have a knowledge of successful garden or museum programs.

The Director will provide leadership for the staff (Assistant Director, Education Program Director, student assistants), work with volunteers and advisory board members, and report to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs. A baccalaureate degree and training in plant science are required; a masters degree or Ph.D. and administrative experience are preferred. The position is a 12 month appointment with the possibility of academic rank and non-tenure track faculty status.

Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three references to Mrs. Nancy Wright, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, PO Box 8142, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30460-8142. Applications must be postmarked no later than July 1, 1998. The desirable start date is September 1, 1998.

The names of applicants and nominees, vitae and other non-evaluative information are subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Individuals who need reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should notify the search chair. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Plant Molecular Systematics and Evolution
Michigan State University

An NSF-funded two-year postdoctoral position is available to study plant molecular systematics and evolution, with a focus on phylogenetic reconstruction of hybrid speciation using sequences of single-copy nuclear genes. Please e-mail or send curriculum vitae and names of two references to: Tao Sang, Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824. E-mail: <sang@pilot.msu.edu> Web site: http://www.msu.edu/user/sang/

Assistant Superintendent
Arboretum of Los Angeles County

Location: Arcadia, California.
Duties: Assists in the direction of arboriculture and plant propagation activities, designs and develops garden collections, and supervises gardening staff. Reports directly to the Superintendent.
Qualifications: BS or equivalent from accredited college in botany, horticulture, or related field & 4 years' supervisory experience in a horticultural establishment, including grounds maintenance and public contact; & CA Class "3" Driver Lic. Those who've completed at least 2 years in accredited college including 36 semester units of botany, horticulture or related subjects qualifying exp for educational requirement on yr-for-yr basis. $3,250-$4875/Mo.
Obtain official application from: County Dept of Parks and Recreation, 433 S. Vermont, Los Angeles, (213) 738-2995. Filing will close when Dept's needs are met.

Manager, Botanical Development
Technical Specialist, Botanicals
Perrigo

Founded in 1887, Perrigo has grown to become the nation's largest manufacturer of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical, personal care and nutritional products for the store brand market. Our commitment to quality and our sound future-directed strategies are driving new growth. We currently have the following openings at our Greenville, SC facility.

Manager, Botanical Development
Qualifications: Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry or equivalent; 5 years experience with Botanical products; extensive knowledge and background with domestic and European issues and an understanding of all available monographs.

Technical Specialist, Botanicals
Qualifications: Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry or equivalent and a solid understanding/experience with botanical product formulation development.

We offer an excellent salary, benefits and relocation package. Forward resume, with salary history, to: Perrigo, Human Resources, 515 Eastern Avenue, Allegan, MI 49010, Fax: (616) 673-9328, Email: jobs@perrigo.com

EOE. Visit our website at: http://www.perrigo.com/

Visiting Assistant Professor
Plant Molecular Biologist
Chatham College

Chatham College is seeking qualified applicants for an assistant professor in biology.  The successful applicant will be able to teach cell and molecular biology and courses in the area of plant sciences.  Additional expertise in the areas of horticulture and/or histotechniques would be welcome.  This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal or reappointment in a tenure track capacity.  Qualifications:  earned doctorate, teaching experience at the college level, ability to direct senior research projects in the listed areas, and an interest in academic advising.

Founded in 1869, Chatham College is a private, non-sectarian institution, offering baccalaureate degrees only to women.  Master's degrees are offered to women and men.  The College, a pioneer in curricular progress, is dedicated to enabling its graduates to make an impact on the world around them.  Students and staff have easy access to Pittsburgh's dynamic cultural and entertainment opportunities and can share in educational and social offerings of nine other area colleges and universities.

Please send curriculum vitae, summary of qualifications, and the names of three references to: Chatham College, Human Resources Department, Job #263, Woodland Road, Pittsburgh PA  15232. Chatham College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position
University of Puerto Rico, Cayey Campus

The Biology Department of the University of Puerto Rico, Cayey Campus seeks applicants for full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor positions to begin August, 1998 for the academic year 1998-99. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and advanced courses in various specialties in the Biological Sciences. Doctorate degree and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and involvement of students in research are required. Applicants must be bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English. Submit curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to the: Chairperson of the Biology Department, Cayey University College, Cayey, PR 00736, Tel (787) 738-2161 Ext. 2036 Fax: (787) 263-6426, E-mail: <M_Rubin@cucac.upr.clu.edu>. Applicants accepted until all positions are filled. UPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Faculty Position
Tel Aviv University

Tenure track Faculty Position. Applications are invited for a tenure track faculty position starting 1999. The successful candidate is expected to develop independent research focusing on organismic botany, plant ecology, plant cell biology and/or plant physiology using modern tools. The qualified individual is expected to participate in teaching of either Introductory Botany, Introductory Ecology, Introductory Plant Cell Biology or Introductory Plant Physiology. Please direct inquiries, including a curriculum vitae, bibliography names of three references and a statement of future research plans to: Prof. Adina Breiman, Chairperson of the Department of Plant Sciences, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv 69978, Israel.