Paleobotany Professor & Curator (Tenure-Track)

Sicb; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) and the Yale Peabody Museum (YPM) at Yale University invite applications for a tenure-track faculty appointment in Paleobotany at any rank, and for the role of Curator-in-Charge of the YPM's Division of Paleobotany. Start date July 2027 or later is anticipated, with a focus on research addressing plant life evolution and Earth's history.

Candidates will develop an outstanding research program, teach courses in paleobotany, supervise students,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent required at time of hire
• Strong record of independent research and teaching
• Ability to lead and manage museum division and collaborate across departments

Responsibilities

• Develop an outstanding research program closely tied to YPM collections
• Lead the Yale Peabody Museum’s Division of Paleobotany and mentor students
• Teach courses in paleobotany and related areas and secure external funding

Skills

Paleobotany research

Teaching

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Paleobotany or related field

Job description

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) and the Yale Peabody Museum (YPM) at Yale University invite applications for a tenure-track faculty appointment in Paleobotany at any rank, and for the role of Curator-in-Charge of the YPM's Division of Paleobotany. Start date July 2027 or later is anticipated, with a focus on research addressing plant life evolution and Earth's history.

Candidates will develop an outstanding research program, teach courses in paleobotany, supervise students,