Assistant Professor (Marine Ecology)

Access Community Health Centers; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Assistant Professor in Marine Ecology to join their dynamic Biology Department. This role involves conducting impactful research and teaching various ecology-related courses. The successful candidate will engage with a diverse student body and collaborate with local marine institutions, enhancing the educational experience. With a commitment to inclusive excellence, the university seeks candidates who will contribute to a diverse and equitable workplace. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to marine research and education.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Marine Ecology or related field required.
• Relevant postdoctoral research experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct externally funded research in marine ecology.
• Teach courses in ecology, zoology, conservation biology, and evolution.

Skills

Marine Ecology

Ecology

Zoology

Conservation Biology

Evolution

Education

PhD in Marine Ecology or related field

Job description

The Biology Department in the College of Science and Mathematics at the University of Massachusetts Boston seeks to hire an Assistant Professor in the field of Marine Ecology to begin September 1, 2025. Successful candidates will be expected to undertake externally funded research in marine ecology broadly and to meet teaching needs in ecology, zoology, conservation biology, and/or evolution. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent and relevant postdoctoral research experience. The hired Assistant Professor will direct research at undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels, collaborate with ecologists and evolutionary biologists, and participate in our Environmental Biology and/or Molecular, Cellular, and Organismal Biology PhD programs.

We value a commitment to excellence in teaching at all levels and the application of innovative pedagogical approaches. We seek colleagues who will support our goal of fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups in science to apply.

Application instructions:
Candidates should submit: (i) a cover letter explaining how their work complements existing research, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii) a research statement, and (iv) a teaching philosophy statement, including experience and preferences. Contact information for three references must also be included.

UMass Boston, situated on Boston Harbor, offers access to marine resources through Marine Operations and partnerships with local marine institutions, including the Harbor Islands National Park, the New England Aquarium, and the UMass Boston School for the Environment. The university also maintains various research stations and collaborates regionally with multiple marine research facilities.

UMass Boston is a diverse, urban public research university committed to inclusive excellence, with over 60% of undergraduates from minoritized communities and more than half being first-generation college students. We welcome applicants who will engage with our diverse student body and bring their own varied life experiences to their research and teaching.

For more information, visit the Biology Department website or contact the search committee chairs, Jarrett Byrnes or Rachel Skvirsky. Review of applications begins November 20, 2024, and continues until the position is filled.

UMass Boston is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals and providing reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] or call 617-287-5150.