Assistant Professor, Conservation & Restoration

San José State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Ecological Restoration and/or Wildlife Conservation beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate will teach courses across environmental science, conservation, restoration, ecology, and quantitative methods while building an active research program.

The successful applicant will mentor students and participate in School governance within the School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies; salary is commensurate

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental Studies or a related natural science field focused on conservation, especially ecological restoration or wildlife conservation.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of courses in environmental science, conservation, restoration, ecology, quantitative methods, and field research.
• Develop an active, funded research program and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate actively in School governance and contribute to a collaborative academic community.

Education

PhD in Environmental Studies or related field

Job description

San José State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Ecological Restoration and/or Wildlife Conservation beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate will teach courses across environmental science, conservation, restoration, ecology, and quantitative methods while building an active research program.

The successful applicant will mentor students and participate in School governance within the School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies; salary is commensurate