Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Ecology and Evolution (tenure-track)

The Department of Biological Sciences at Ohio University (https://www.ohio.edu/cas/biosci/) invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with an expected start date of August 2023. We are interested in candidates who use integrative approaches (experimental, comparative, or computational) to study organismal and ecosystem responses to habitat loss, urbanization, pollution, or climate change.

Preference will be given to candidates whose research evaluates how organisms adapt to changing environments and applies integrative approaches to assess how eco-physiological processes, eco-evolutionary dynamics, population dynamics, or interspecific interactions (e.g., host-parasite, host-microbe, predator-prey, disease dynamics) are affected by environmental change.

Candidates will be expected to establish an innovative, extramurally funded research program. We seek applicants whose research interests complement and extend our departmental strengths in evolution and ecology, organismal biology, physiology, and molecular biology and who can collaborate with faculty in a broad-based Biological Sciences Department. Faculty members in the department teach and mentor undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students. Depending on the candidate’s research area, teaching for this position will include Conservation Biology and two additional courses that fill departmental teaching needs.

Candidates should provide evidence of research excellence demonstrated by a record of extramural support and publications in relevant journals and a research statement that outlines an innovative, forward-looking research program. Post-doctoral and teaching experience is desirable.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. We seek candidates who demonstrate an understanding of barriers to equitable outcomes in STEM fields and a commitment to promote diversity and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or public engagement.

Ohio University and the Department of Biological Sciences

Ohio University is a Carnegie Foundation R1 residential campus institution with an enrollment of over 25,000 students. The main campus is situated in the city of Athens in the foothills of Appalachia. Founded in 1804, Ohio University consists of nine colleges and multiple interdisciplinary programs. The Department of Biological Sciences has a curriculum designed to prepare students for specific careers, graduate school, and professional school. The city of Athens is a family-friendly and culturally diverse community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in Biological Sciences or related field.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Post-doctoral and teaching experience.

Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.

Review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled; for full consideration, please apply at the link below by March 1, 2023.

https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/44237