Tenure Track Position – Mammalogy at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 97,788 - 107,628; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly, in San Luis Obispo, seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in terrestrial mammalogy within the Biological Sciences Department. The appointment begins mid-August 2027 and includes a strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching across general biology, evolution, ecology, and specialized mammalogy courses.

The successful candidate will establish an active research program with student-centered projects and fieldwork in California, collaborate with the Vertebrate Natural History

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and productive research agenda in terrestrial mammalogy or related areas.
• Ability to teach a range of biology courses for undergraduates and graduates, with commitment to diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching across biology courses and mammalogy topics; contribute to 2–4 lectures and labs per term.
• Establish and maintain an active research program with student-centered projects and fieldwork in California.
• Engage in service to the department and university, including advising and committee work.

Skills

Teaching

Research planning

Student mentoring

Course development

Education

Ph.D. in biology or related field

Job description

Overview

The Biological Sciences Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position in terrestrial mammalogy. The appointment begins approximately August 12, 2027. The department seeks an appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor; a higher rank may be considered in an exceptional situation. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualification and experience, with the anticipated Assistant Professor hiring range being $97,788 – $107,628.

Cal Poly emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality undergraduate and graduate education and teach a variety of biology courses, including lower-division and large-enrollment offerings. The teaching assignment may include lower-division lecture and/or lab courses for majors and nonmajors in general biology, diversity, evolution, and/or ecology, as well as upper-level courses in Mammalogy, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, Vertebrate Field Techniques, Population and Community Ecology, and other courses in the candidate’s area of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching and mentorship across courses in general biology, evolution, ecology, and specialized mammalogy-related topics; contribute to 2-4 lectures and/or lab courses per term.
• Establish and maintain an active program of research and scholarship with student-centered projects and fieldwork in California systems; opportunities include work with the Vertebrate Natural History Collection and existing Cal Poly lands and initiatives.
• Engage in service to the department and university, including committee participation, student advising, and building industry relationships.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in biology or a closely related field by the start date; demonstrated excellence in teaching and a productive research agenda in terrestrial mammalogy or related areas.
• Ability to teach a range of biology courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with enthusiasm for teaching diverse student populations.
• Strong potential for a productive, externally funded research program and collaboration within and beyond Cal Poly.

Application Information

Visit the job posting for more information: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/en-us/job/558998/tenure-track-position-mammalogy