Full Time Research Entomologist, GS-12/13 (Coleoptera, Curculionidae)

[Joseph Kirkbride]

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE (ARS)

ARS is seeking a permanent full-time Research Entomologist, GS-12/13, in
the Systematic Entomology Laboratory, Plant Sciences Institute, National
Museum of Natural History, Washington D.C. Salary is commensurate with
experience: GS-12: $45,939-$59,725 and GS-13: $54,629-$71,017 per annum,
plus benefits. (Figures for pay increase for January 1998 are not yet
available.) Incumbent plans and conducts independent and cooperative
research primarily on the systematics of weevils (Insecta: Coleoptera,
Curculionidae) and related beetle families of importance to U.S.
agriculture. In addition to the basic educational requirements, applicants
must demonstrate 1) knowledge of general entomology, insect taxonomy,
genetics, ecology, and molecular biology; 2) ability to plan and conduct
research projects; 3) ability to analyze, interpret findings and publish
results; and 4) knowledge of systematic zoology, evolutionary theory, rules
of nomenclature, insect morphology, and physiology. Ph.D. in Entomology or
related field is desirable. Must be U.S. citizen. For information on the
research program and/or position, contact Dr. Manya B. Stoetzel,
301-504-5183 (fax 301-504-6482, email-mstoetze at sel.barc.usda.gov). To apply,
applicants must call 301-344-4638 to request a copy of  ARS-D8B 037 in order
top properly file a complete application.  Applications must be postmarked
by Feb. 2, 1998.

ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer