Behavioral Ecology Assistant Professor

Louisiana State University-Biological Sciences; Baton Rouge (LA); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Louisiana State University - Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in behavioral ecology. The chosen candidate will run an independent, externally funded research program and teach undergraduate and graduate courses while contributing to department and university service.

The role emphasizes a strong research program in behavioral ecology, mentoring students, and engagement with multiple disciplines at LSU.

Qualificações

• Ph.D. or equivalent in biological sciences, ecology or related field.
• Strong background in behavioral ecology, animal behavior, or related discipline.
• Evidence of independence and extramural funding potential.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain a vigorous, independent, externally funded research program.
• Conduct undergraduate and graduate teaching aligned with specialty.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students; participate in service activities.

Formação académica

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences / Ecology

Independent research track

Behavioral ecology background

Animal behavior background

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. The Department houses >60 faculty spanning a range of disciplines, with strengths in ecology, evolutionary biology, neuroscience, and systematics. We seek a behavioral ecologist with a strong research program to run an independent and externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and contribute to service to the department, university, and to the field.

Duties include:

50% - Research: Develop and maintain a vigorous, independent, and extramurally funded research program. Participation in service activities related to research is expected.

50%- Teaching: Teaching assignments will be aligned with the candidate’s area of specialty at the graduate level and an introductory biology course at the undergraduate level. The candidate will mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Participation in service activities related to teaching and mentoring is expected.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in biological sciences, ecology or related field; a successful record of independent research; and a strong background in behavioral ecology, animal behavior, or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral research experience in behavioral ecology is preferred. Candidates whose research aligns with the LSU Scholarship First Agenda (https://www.lsu.edu/scholarship-first/) priorities of agriculture, biomedicine, coast, defense, and/or energy are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of excellence in research and have identified potential extramural funding sources. Candidates are desired who demonstrate potential and/or evidence of excellence in mentoring and teaching students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

For questions about the position, please contact Search Committee Chair Nick Mason ([e-mail]) or Senior Human Resource Specialist Lori Bond ([e-mail]).