Tenure-Track Ecologist: Biotic Interactions & Evolution

Botanical Society of America; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Montana in Missoula invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Ecology and Evolution graduate program. The successful candidate will investigate biotic interactions using chemical, physiological, molecular, or other mechanistic approaches.

We seek an ecological, evolutionary, or organismal biologist who can develop a vigorous, extramurally funded program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education. Start Aug 2027.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in ecology, evolution, or related field of study.
• A strong record of research and scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications and postdoctoral research experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and effective mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students from all backgrounds.
• Experience communicating effectively with students, professionals, and the public.
• Evidence of working collegially with students, staff, faculty, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop a vigorous, extramurally funded research program.
• Provide effective mentoring to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to core courses in the DBBS curriculum, including development of organismal or discipline-specific courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Engage in DBBS, Ecology and Evolution, and university service activities and other professional services.

Skills

Strong research record and scholarship

Teaching and mentorship

Effective communication with students,

Collaborative work with students,

Education

Ph.D. in ecology, evolution, or related field

Postdoctoral research experience or equivalent

Job description

The University of Montana in Missoula invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Ecology and Evolution graduate program. The successful candidate will investigate biotic interactions using chemical, physiological, molecular, or other mechanistic approaches.

We seek an ecological, evolutionary, or organismal biologist who can develop a vigorous, extramurally funded program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education. Start Aug 2027.