Temporary Faculty; Non-Credit Pool - Institute of Arctic Biology

UAF Institute of Arctic Biology is looking for adjunct faculty (non-credit) instructors. Adjunct positions are on a semester‑by‑semester contract basis. The incumbent will be conducting research on one or more funded projects under the guidance of or in conjunction with the host scientist. The incumbent may act as a PI or CO‑PI on funded grants.

Specific relevant experience to contribute significantly to the host scientist's project. Experience with the use of computers and other appropriate research tools and equipment to conduct the research.

The Institute of Arctic Biology was founded in 1963 by the Board of Regents of the University of Alaska with Laurence Irving, a pioneer in the field of comparative physiology, as the founding director. The Institute continues Irving's pioneering spirit through our mission to advance basic and applied knowledge of high‑latitude biological systems through the integration of research, student education and service to the nation and state of Alaska.

The Institute supports faculty and post‑doctoral research and graduate education in the life sciences of wildlife, physiology, genetics, and evolutionary biology, ecology and ecosystems, biomedicine, and bioinformatics and computational biology. IAB provides and supports platforms for research in programs from ecology and ecosystems to molecular biology and genetics, including field stations and core laboratories for geographic information systems and DNA sequencing.

The Institute's Toolik Field Station is a world‑renowned Arctic climate change research station located in the northern foothills of the Brooks Range. Major research programs at IAB include the Center for Alaska Native Health Research, the Alaska Geobotany Center, and the Bonanza Creek Long‑Term Ecological Research program.

• PhD in a relevant discipline with varied levels of training and experience.
• Experience commensurate with graduate level or senior scientist status.

Salary Information:
This is a part‑time, adjunct non‑represented temporary position. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and the type of work assigned.

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

• To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

Please contact Ruth Dinardi, Arctic Biology HR Manager, at rsdinardirosado or 907‑474‑6466.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907‑450‑8200.

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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