Assistant Professor-Behavioral Ecology

Louisiana State University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Job summary

Louisiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Behavioral Ecology. The successful candidate will lead an independent research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and contribute to service within the department and field. Requirements include a Ph.D.

in Biological Sciences or related field and a strong background in behavioral ecology or animal behavior. Postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Ecology or related field required.
• Strong independent research track record in behavioral ecology or animal behavior.
• Experience mentoring undergraduates and graduates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate biology and graduate courses aligned with specialty.
• Provide mentoring and service to the department and field.

Job description

Assistant Professor-Behavioral Ecology page is loaded## Assistant Professor-Behavioral Ecologylocations: 0202 Life Sciences Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: November 15, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R00121160## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through \"My Draft Applications\" located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Assistant Professor-Behavioral Ecology## Position Type:Faculty## Department:LSUAM Science - Department of Biological Sciences (Patrick Joseph DiMario (00009021))## Work Location:0202 Life Sciences Building## Pay Grade:Academic## Job Description:The Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. The Department houses >60 faculty spanning a range of disciplines, with strengths in ecology, evolutionary biology, neuroscience, and systematics. We seek a behavioral ecologist with a strong research program to run an independent and externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and contribute to service to the department, university, and to the field.Duties include:| 50% - Research: Develop and maintain a vigorous, independent, and extramurally funded research program. Participation in service activities related to research is expected.| 50% - Teaching: Teaching assignments will be aligned with the candidate's area of specialty at the graduate level and an introductory biology course at the undergraduate level. The candidate will mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Participation in service activities related to teaching and mentoring is expected.**Required Qualifications:** Ph.D. or equivalent degree in biological sciences, ecology or related field; a successful record of independent research; and a strong background in behavioral ecology, animal behavior, or related discipline.**Preferred Qualifications**Postdoctoral research experience in behavioral ecology is preferred. Candidates whose research aligns with the LSU Scholarship First Agenda (https://www.lsu.edu/scholarship-first/) priorities of agriculture, biomedicine, coast, defense, and/or energy are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of excellence in research and have identified potential extramural funding sources. Candidates are desired who demonstrate potential and/or evidence of excellence in mentoring and teaching students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.## Additional Job Description:## Special Instructions:Please upload a single pdf document containing the following elements in the order below.| Cover letter (1 page max)| CV (4 pages max)| Research statement (2 pages max)| Teaching statement (2 pages max)| Contact information for three references, who may be contacted at a later date.For questions about the position, please contact Search Committee Chair Nick Mason ([e-mail]) or Senior Human Resource Specialist Lori Bond ([e-mail]).**Skills Needed:****Preferred Skills:**## Posting Date:October 2, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):November 15, 2026## Additional Position Information:**Background Check -** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.**Benefits -** LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. 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Louisiana's Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences.The University comprises of nine institutions:* Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (\"LSU\"), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. 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