Arthropod Biodiversity: Assistant Professor

Unversity of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Arthropod Biodiversity within ESPM. The nine-month, academic-year position offers a competitive salary range and a July 1, 2027 start, with an open date of August 24, 2026 and reviews in October.

We seek a scholar who can build an internationally recognized program in terrestrial arthropod biodiversity, collaborate across disciplines, mentor students, and engage with policies and partnerships to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent international degree) at time of application.
• Expertise in terrestrial arthropod biodiversity research.
• Interest in participatory research with practitioners and communities.
• Strong research productivity and potential for external funding.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and mentoring all students.
• Willingness to engage in service and leadership within the University.

Responsibilities

• Develop an internationally recognized research and teaching program on terrestrial arthropod biodiversity.
• Establish an innovative, interdisciplinary research agenda.
• Mentor students and contribute to inclusive teaching.
• Engage with policy and partnerships to translate science into solutions.

Skills

Terrestrial arthropod biodiversity

Ecology

Research planning

Mentoring

Teaching excellence

Service and leadership

Policy translation

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent

Job description

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Arthropod Biodiversity within ESPM. The nine-month, academic-year position offers a competitive salary range and a July 1, 2027 start, with an open date of August 24, 2026 and reviews in October.

We seek a scholar who can build an internationally recognized program in terrestrial arthropod biodiversity, collaborate across disciplines, mentor students, and engage with policies and partnerships to