Assistant Professor - Plant or Fungal Genomics, Botany

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Botany and the School of Computing at the University of Wyoming are seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant or Fungal Genomics. This position is ideal for an independent researcher who uses computational approaches and genomic data to explore fundamental questions in evolutionary biology. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong, externally funded research program and contribute to research, teaching, and outreach in a collaborative university setting. This role involves contributions to the academic missions of the Department of Botany, the School of Computing, and the interdepartmental Ph.D. Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

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; sponsorship for work authorization or visas is not available.

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 academic community through teaching, research, service, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• 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 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%)
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage (medical, dental, vision with 4 deductible options)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, paid winter closure)
• Tuition Waiver for employees and eligible dependents
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs (wellness initiatives, counseling services, mental health resources)

What This Job Offers

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