Assistant Professor: Quantitative Insect Ecologist

UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Assistant Professor in Quantitative Insect Ecology to join their dynamic team. This tenure-track position offers the opportunity to lead innovative research, engage students in exciting coursework, and contribute to impactful outreach initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative modeling and a commitment to collaborative research. Join a vibrant department that values diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration, where your work will address pressing ecological challenges and shape the future of entomology education.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Entomology or related life sciences required.
• Expertise in quantitative modeling and statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Build a research program in quantitative insect ecology.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in entomology.

Skills

Quantitative Modeling

Statistical Analysis

Machine Learning

GIS-based Modeling

Research Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Entomology

Ph.D. in related life sciences discipline

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant Professor: Quantitative Insect Ecologist role at UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory.

Posting Details:

1. Posting Number: F2199P
2. Working Title: Assistant Professor: Quantitative Insect Ecologist
3. Department: CAES-Entomology

About the University of Georgia:

Since 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and over 7,700 staff, with more than 41,000 students enrolled.

About The College/Unit/Department:

The Department of Entomology includes 39 faculty, 60 graduate students, and offers diverse research and teaching opportunities. It is a multi-campus environment with access to research farms and collaboration opportunities across Georgia.

Position Details:

• Classification Title: Assistant Professor
• Employment Type: 9-month, tenure-track faculty position

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Entomology or a related life sciences discipline.

Position Summary:

The role involves building a research program in quantitative insect ecology, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and engaging in service and outreach. The research should be collaborative and multidisciplinary, focusing on solving emerging problems using modeling approaches.

Preferred Requirements:

• Expertise in modeling at landscape, community, population, or genomic scales, including mathematical, statistical, computational, machine learning, or GIS-based modeling.
• Scholarly record demonstrated by publications or extramural funding.
• Postdoctoral experience and teaching experience are preferred.

Responsibilities include research, teaching, and service, with an emphasis on quantitative modeling approaches. The candidate should be committed to engaging students and participating actively in departmental and professional activities.

Application Materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Research Philosophy