Assistant Professor, Terrestrial Mammalogy & Teaching

Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 97,788 - 107,628; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly, in San Luis Obispo, seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in terrestrial mammalogy within the Biological Sciences Department. The appointment begins mid-August 2027 and includes a strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching across general biology, evolution, ecology, and specialized mammalogy courses.

The successful candidate will establish an active research program with student-centered projects and fieldwork in California, collaborate with the Vertebrate Natural History

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and productive research agenda in terrestrial mammalogy or related areas.
• Ability to teach a range of biology courses for undergraduates and graduates, with commitment to diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching across biology courses and mammalogy topics; contribute to 2–4 lectures and labs per term.
• Establish and maintain an active research program with student-centered projects and fieldwork in California.
• Engage in service to the department and university, including advising and committee work.

Skills

Teaching

Research planning

Student mentoring

Course development

Education

Ph.D. in biology or related field

Job description

Cal Poly, in San Luis Obispo, seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in terrestrial mammalogy within the Biological Sciences Department. The appointment begins mid-August 2027 and includes a strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching across general biology, evolution, ecology, and specialized mammalogy courses.

The successful candidate will establish an active research program with student-centered projects and fieldwork in California, collaborate with the Vertebrate Natural History