Biology: Assistant Professor in Aquatic Ecology

University of Wisconsin Stout • Eau Claire, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biology at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 23rd, 2027. We seek a broadly trained biologist with expertise in aquatic ecology who is committed to excellence in undergraduate education and developing a vibrant research program in aquatic ecology with undergraduates. The successful candidate will contribute to the ecology and environmental biology curriculum by teaching both introductory and upper-level courses, conduct research in any area of aquatic ecology amenable to collaborations with undergraduates, engage in service to the Department, College, University, and/or community, and contribute to UW-Eau Claire's commitment to achieving an equitable, diverse, and inclusive climate.

Requirements

• Earned Ph.D. by August 23, 2027
• Demonstrated interest in joining a department that values excellence in teaching undergraduates and engaging in collaborative research with undergraduates.

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral research experience
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level utilizing pedagogically supported methods of instruction
• Experience mentoring students in research

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the ecology and environmental biology curriculum by teaching both introductory and upper-level courses.
• Conduct research in any area of aquatic ecology amenable to collaborations with undergraduates.
• Engage in service to the Department, College, University, and/or community.
• Contribute to UW-Eau Claire's commitment to achieving an equitable, diverse, and inclusive climate.
• Teach both introductory and upper-level biology courses for majors (such as Biol 180 Environmental Biology and Conservation, Biol 222 Foundations of Biology II, Biol 223 Foundations of Biological Inquiry, and Biol 321 Ecology).
• Offer upper-level coursework related to their expertise (such as Biol 311 Entomology, Biol 345 Invertebrate Zoology, Biol 376 Aquatic Ecology, Biol 379 Biology of Fishes, Biol 383 Biostatistics, etc.).
• Develop additional courses that enhance our curriculum, including courses that support the Marine Science minor.
• Develop an active research program involving undergraduate students.
• Provide academic advising to students (in collaboration with the Advising, Retention, and Career Center).
• Engage in service to the Department, College, University, profession and/or community.
• Contribute to UW-Eau Claire's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusivity (EDI).

Benefits

• Competitive start-up packages
• External and internal grants through the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP)
• ORSP internal funds to support summer research stipends and travel to professional meetings for both students and faculty mentors
• Substantial ongoing internal grant from the UW-Eau Claire differential tuition program supports our Biology Research Scholars Program
• Annual allocations of endowed funds for professional development and/or research expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree