Assistant Professor – Ecological Restoration & Conservation

Opt For Healthy Living; California (MO); 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. The successful candidate will teach across environmental sciences, develop a vibrant research program, mentor students, and engage in governance within the School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies.

The appointment emphasizes field‑based teaching, quantitative methods, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a start date in August 2026 and competitive

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental Studies or related natural science field focused on conservation.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in environmental studies.
• Evidence of productive research program in environmental studies.
• Strong background in quantitative research methods.
• Awareness of educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach Environmental Studies undergraduate and graduate core courses including life science and restoration.
• Maintain an active research program with peer‑reviewed outputs and grant activity.
• Supervise graduate student projects and research; mentor undergraduates.
• Advise undergraduate majors, minors, and prospective students.
• Participate in governance and perform service within department, college, and university.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Quantitative research methods

Diversity awareness

Research program development

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. The successful candidate will teach across environmental sciences, develop a vibrant research program, mentor students, and engage in governance within the School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies.

The appointment emphasizes field‑based teaching, quantitative methods, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a start date in August 2026 and competitive