Assistant Professor of Ecology

Assistant Professor of Ecology 

Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Ecology in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology with a preferred start date of August 1, 2025. This is a nine-month contracted position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.  

Responsibilities

Scholarship/Research expectations:
We are seeking an Ecologist working at any level of ecological organization, with a robust research background. 

• Successful candidates will establish an extramurally funded research program addressing important questions in the field of ecology and complimenting existing research programs in our college and department (found at http://csm.kennesaw.edu/research/index.php).  

Teaching expectations:

• Teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level is expected, with an emphasis on active and experiential learning. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
• Advising and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students is expected.
   

Service expectations:

• Participation in professional service within the Department, the College of Science and Mathematics, the University and beyond is expected.

Required Qualifications Include

• An earned doctorate, or its foreign equivalent, in ecology, biology or a closely related discipline
• A record of peer-reviewed publications (or accepted manuscripts)

Preferred Qualifications Include

• Postdoctoral experience 
• Success in obtaining extramural funding
• Record of teaching at the university level and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
• Candidates working on questions relevant to the Southern US and Georgia as well as candidates who can develop a collaborative and innovative research program that complements the Department's current expertise are particularly encouraged to apply.  

For a full description of this position, application deadlines, and application procedures, visit https://hr.kennesaw.edu/careers.php.  Search for Job ID 277440.

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia’s largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. 

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