Tenure-Track Plant Ecology Scholar & Field Researcher

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant Ecology to begin August 1, 2027. The candidate will teach courses in ecology, plant ecology, conservation, and botany from freshman to Master’s level, and establish an independent research program involving undergraduate and graduate students.

The department emphasizes field-based research, collaboration with community partners, and competitive external funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant ecology or related field required by start date.
• Ability to teach ecology from undergraduate to master's level.
• Ability to establish an independent research program involving undergrad/grad students.
• Commitment to service and collaboration with UTC community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses in ecology, plant ecology, conservation, and botany.
• Establish an independent plant ecology research program with student involvement.
• Mentor students and collaborate with community partners.
• Seek external funding to support research and teaching activities.

Skills

Teaching ecology

Grant writing

Research program development

Field ecology

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in plant ecology or related field

ABD eligible (by start date)

Tools

GIS

Remote sensing

R programming

Python

Job description

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant Ecology to begin August 1, 2027. The candidate will teach courses in ecology, plant ecology, conservation, and botany from freshman to Master’s level, and establish an independent research program involving undergraduate and graduate students.

The department emphasizes field-based research, collaboration with community partners, and competitive external funding.