Oyster Shellfish Biology & Mariculture Scientist

Clay Today; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for an assistant or associate professor in Integrative Shellfish Biology. The candidate will contribute to a new oyster mariculture facility at Port Aransas and lead an externally funded research program while teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs.

Qualifications include a PhD in marine science or related field, postdoctoral experience, and a strong record of mentorship and scholarly achievement.

Qualifications

• PhD required at time of appointment.
• Postdoctoral or equivalent research experience expected.
• Demonstrated potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program in shellfish biology.

Responsibilities

• Establish an internationally recognized, extramurally funded research program.
• Mentor research personnel and teach at graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Contribute to departmental service and program development.

Skills

Shellfish biology

Graduate teaching

Mentorship

Funded research

Education

PhD in marine science/biology/fisheries science or related field

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for an assistant or associate professor in Integrative Shellfish Biology. The candidate will contribute to a new oyster mariculture facility at Port Aransas and lead an externally funded research program while teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs.

Qualifications include a PhD in marine science or related field, postdoctoral experience, and a strong record of mentorship and scholarly achievement.