two positions in Biology

Neuroscientist

Assistant Professor Western Kentucky University, Department of Biology, invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track appointment in Neuroscience. Ph.D. required, post-doctoral experience preferred. Additional qualifications include ability to teach and mentor students (undergraduate and M.S.) with a high level of effectiveness, excellence in research, and commitment to pursuit of extramural funding. The position is supported in part by National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Research Resources Grant P20 RR16481, which funds Kentucky�s NIH-INBRE program http://www.kbrin.louisville.edu/index.html. Teaching responsibilities may include neurobiology, introductory biology, and advanced course in area of expertise. Submit CV, separate statements of teaching and research interest and three letters of recommendation to: Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Biology, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY 42101-3576. Review of applications begins 25 October 2004 and will continue until the position is filled. Preferred start date, January 15, 2005. For more detailed information visit _http://bioweb.wku.edu _.

Biotechnology Center Coordinator

Western Kentucky University, Department of Biology also seeks experienced Laboratory Coordinator to operate the Biotechnology Center Core Facility. Candidate must have a M.S. degree or a B.S. degree with equivalent experience, and broad experience in molecular and cellular techniques. Must be: well organized, able to manage laboratory services and equipment effectively, able to direct student workers and student researchers in the safe application of biotechniques. Salary commensurate with experience. Permanent twelve-month full-time position. For more information on the position visit http://biotech.wku.edu/. Submit letter of application and a resume illustrating experience and skills along with three references to the Department of Human Resources, Wetherby Administration Building, Room 42, Western Kentucky University, 1 Big Red Way, Bowling Green, KY 42101-3576. Internet URL: http://www.wku.edu/Dept/Support/HR/. *Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

/All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including women, minorities, persons with disabilities and disabled veterans. Western Kentucky University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer./