Boreal Ecosystem Ecologist — Tenure-Track

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in terrestrial ecosystem ecology focused on boreal forest ecosystems. The 9-month, full-time role includes teaching two courses per year, leading an externally funded research program, and contributing to university and public service.

Rank is open to Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in terrestrial ecology, including fire, isotope ecology, modelling, and peatland research, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Postdoctoral experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per year in Biology and Wildlife.
• Build and sustain an externally funded research program through the Institute of Arctic Biology.
• Provide service to the university, profession, and public.

Skills

Terrestrial ecology

Fire ecology

Isotope ecology

Modelling

Plant physiological ecology

Boreal forest research

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences

Job description

University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in terrestrial ecosystem ecology focused on boreal forest ecosystems. The 9-month, full-time role includes teaching two courses per year, leading an externally funded research program, and contributing to university and public service.

Rank is open to Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in terrestrial ecology, including fire, isotope ecology, modelling, and peatland research, with emphasis on