entomology position

[Aaron Liston]

NEW POSITION at OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
HAROLD E. and LEONA M. RICE  PROFESSORSHIP IN SYSTEMATIC ENTOMOLOGY
(at the rank of Associate or Full Professor)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  The Department of Entomology at Oregon State
University seeks an internationally recognized systematic entomologist at
the forefront of this field with a currently active research program to
become the Harold E. and Leona M. Rice Professor of Systematic Entomology.
The endowment for this position provides support for research, teaching,
public outreach, and upgrading and curating the 2.5 million specimen
collection housed in the Systematic Entomology Laboratory (SEL).  The
successful applicant is expected to show commitment to active research in
systematic entomology, to teaching systematics, including modern techniques
and concepts, and to direction and curation of the Systematic Entomology
Laboratory collections.

QUALIFICATIONS:  An earned Ph.D. in entomology or other biological science
field.

SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with professional qualifications and
experience.  Benefits will include state retirement; health, life and dental
insurance group plans; annual and sick leave.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:  30 October 1996

STARTING DATE FOR POSITION:  1 July 1997

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Send letter of interest, CV, 2 representative
publications, and  names of 3 referees to:
        Dr. Timothy D. Schowalter, Search Committee Chair
        Department of Entomology
        2046 Cordley Hall
        Oregon State University
        Corvallis, OR 97331-2907

        Candidates may also discuss the position with the department Chair,
        Dr. P.C. Jepson, telephone 541-737-4733, e-mail jepsonp at bcc.orst.edu

Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
OSU has a policy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.