Dear Mr. Klassen, Here is the job summary. The School of Marine Sciences of the University of Maine invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in marine mammal science. The successful applicant will have expertise working directly with marine mammals in one or more of the following areas: marine mammal biology and physiology, marine mammal health, ecotoxicology or population ecology, marine mammal/fisheries interactions, or environmental drivers and threats to marine mammal populations. Experience applying quantitative methods is highly desirable. Teaching expectations include upper level undergraduate or graduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, a large entry-level undergraduate course for marine sciences students and other majors, and advising Ph.D., M.S. and undergraduate research students. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in zoology, biology or a related field, ideally some postdoctoral experience, and a strong publication record appropriate to the candidate’s experience. Application materials should include: 1) a cover letter explaining professional education, experience, and suitability for the position; 2) a full curriculum vitae; 3) a selection of up to five reprints; 4) statements of research goals (past and future) and teaching interests, philosophy, and experiences; and 5) the names, addresses (including titles and institutions), email addresses, and telephone numbers of four references. All materials must be submitted electronically in PDF format through https://umaine.hiretouch.com <https://umaine.hiretouch.com/>, where more information on the position is posted, and a copy emailed to Sue Thibodeau at Susanne_Thibodeau@umit.maine.edu. For further questions, please contact Dr. Mark Wells (Chair, Search Committee; mlwells@maine.edu). Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Maine is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Many thanks for your help in getting this word out. My best, Mark Dr. Mark L. Wells Professor School of Marine Sciences University of Maine Orono, ME 04469 Ph: 207 581-4322 Fax: 207 581-4388 www.umaine.edu/marine/people/sites/mwells/index.htm