Assistant Professor - Plant or Fungal Genomics, Botany

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Botany and the School of Computing at the University of Wyoming invite applications for a tenure-track position in Plant or Fungal Genomics at the rank of Assistant Professor. We invite applications from candidates using computational approaches and genomic data to address fundamental questions in evolutionary biology. We envision an independent researcher who will develop a strong, extramurally funded research program, and who will excel in a highly collaborative university setting through contributions to research, teaching, and outreach.

Requirements

• Ph.D. at the time of hire in ecology and evolutionary biology or a closely related field.
• A record of high-quality publications in plant or fungal genomics.
• High potential for excellent teaching.
• High potential for an extramurally funded research program.
• Eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Multiple first-author publications, including high impact publications.
• Post-doctoral training in a related field by the time of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to secure external grant funding in support of research.
• Demonstrated capacity to conduct cutting-edge research in evolutionary genomics using computational methods.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, training, and mentoring students.
• Demonstrated capacity for effective teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong, extramurally funded research program focused on plant or fungal genomics.
• Participate in the community through teaching, research, service, and undergraduate and graduate student mentoring.
• Contribute to the academic missions of the Department of Botany and the School of Computing and the interdepartmental Ph.D. Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.
• Teach in undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Participate in appropriate service activities including, but not limited to, serving on department, school, college, and university committees, and graduate committees.
• Engage in discipline-related service activities at the national and international levels.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions (State contributes 15.19%, employee contributes 3.93%, totaling 19.12% toward retirement plan)
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and 4 deductible options)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure)
• Tuition Waiver (for employees and eligible dependents)
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs (wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources)

What This Job Offers

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