Community Ecology Professor: Undergrad Research & Teaching

California State University, Monterey Bay; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Education fee waiver

CalPERS

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Community Ecology beginning Fall 2027. The hire will teach introductory ecology and upper-division courses, mentor undergraduates, and develop an active research program leveraging Monterey Bay ecosystems.

Successful candidates will show commitment to inclusive teaching, student mentoring, and securing funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Ecology, Biology, Evolutionary Biology, or related field by appointment.
• Experience teaching undergraduates and commitment to inclusive pedagogy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in ethnically and culturally diverse campus communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory ecology and upper-division courses (e.g., Community Ecology).
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
• Advise students on capstone projects, internships, and career planning.
• Develop a sustainable research program and pursue internal/external funding.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teaching undergraduate students

Mentoring students

Education

Ph.D. in Ecology/Biology/Evolutionary Biology

Job description

California State University, Monterey Bay invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Community Ecology beginning Fall 2027. The hire will teach introductory ecology and upper-division courses, mentor undergraduates, and develop an active research program leveraging Monterey Bay ecosystems.

Successful candidates will show commitment to inclusive teaching, student mentoring, and securing funding.