Marine Invertebrate Zoologist — Research‑Driven Professor

The California State University

Long Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Marine Invertebrate Zoologist. The successful candidate will develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to diversifying the scientific workforce, and build an externally funded marine invertebrate research program with undergraduate and MS students.

CSULB emphasizes inclusive teaching, supports a strong research culture, and offers a dynamic marine biology lab and

Qualifications

Ph.D. in marine biology, zoology, ecology, evolution, or a related field.
Postdoctoral research experience.
A record of research productivity commensurate with experience level.
Demonstrated potential for effectiveness and excellence in teaching and related areas such as research, scholarly and creative activities, etc.
Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students.
At least two years of postdoctoral research experience or equivalent.
Research experience (field and laboratory) studying marine invertebrate ecology.
Demonstrated potential for establishing an externally funded research program.
Demonstrated potential for developing an integrative research lab that studies regional or local fauna and ecosystems.
Demonstrated interest in increasing the participation of underrepresented students in STEM fields through teaching and mentoring.
Teaching experience at the college level, with the ability to teach invertebrate zoology, marine biology, ecology, evolution, and/or other courses in their area of specialty.
Commitment to learning and incorporating pedagogical best practices to create equitable courses that promote student learning.
Experience successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body.
Experience mentoring or supporting students using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom.

Responsibilities

Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the core biology curriculum, core marine biology curriculum, courses in ecology and evolution, and/or other courses in their area of specialty.
Contribute to our efforts to diversify the scientific workforce by effectively training students both inside and outside the classroom.
Develop and sustain an independent externally funded research program in marine invertebrate zoology with undergrad and graduate (MS) students and peer‑reviewed publications with student co-authors.
Participate in service to the department, college, university, and community.