Tenure-Track Ecology Professor - Undergrad & Research

Whitman College; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Tuition remission for dependents

Employee tuition waiver for two Whiton

Job summary

Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Ecology beginning August 2027. A Ph.D. is required at the start of the appointment.

The standard annual teaching load is five courses, spanning ecology, introductory biology, and related environmental topics, with student mentorship and opportunities for undergraduate research. The successful candidate will join a collaborative biology department that supports field courses and cross‑departmental

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required at start of appointment.
• Expertise in ecology relevant to undergraduate teaching and research mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses per academic year, including ecology, introductory biology, and environmental biology elements.
• Mentor undergraduate students and oversee senior theses; develop research opportunities for students.
• Engage in scholarly activities and participate in governance and service within the college.

Skills

Ecology

Education

PhD in ecology or related field

Job description

Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Ecology beginning August 2027. A Ph.D. is required at the start of the appointment.

The standard annual teaching load is five courses, spanning ecology, introductory biology, and related environmental topics, with student mentorship and opportunities for undergraduate research. The successful candidate will join a collaborative biology department that supports field courses and cross‑departmental