Assistant Professor of Biology - Avian Biology

Assistant Professor of Biology - Avian Biology Requisition ID: 2026-10789 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Biology Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits. Overview The Department of Biology (www.biology.usu.edu) at Utah State University is seeking to fill a tenure-track (1.0 FTE, 9-month, 50% research, 40% teaching, 10% service) position in Avian Biology to start in Fall 2027. We seek an organismal biologist whose research program incorporates birds. We welcome candidates using a broad range of approaches to address questions in ecology, evolution, behavior, organismal biology, including neuroscience, physiology, endocrinology, or conservation biology-or any combination therein. Applicants with research that has applications relevant to the university's land-grant mission are especially encouraged to apply. The department seeks a colleague with a collaborative vision who is motivated to join a community dedicated to high-quality research and teaching that emphasizes acceptance and respect of all people. Opportunities exist for collaboration across the Department of Biology, the Ecology Center, Utah Agricultural Experimental Station, and with researchers throughout Utah State University, including faculty in Wildland Resources, the new College of Veterinary Medicine, and across USU's statewide campuses. The estimated start date will be August 1, 2027. For further information or inquiries, please contact Search Committee Co-Chairs Becky Williams ([email protected]) or Joe Wilson ([email protected]). The initial review of applications will begin on 2-Nov., 2026, but the position will remain open until it is filled. Responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to establish a nationally recognized research program that incorporates avian biology and to be an effective teacher and mentor to undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching responsibilities will include Ornithology (BIOL 5560) and contributions to the broader Biology curriculum. The teaching load is typically two courses per year, including Ornithology and an additional undergraduate or graduate course appropriate to departmental needs and the candidate's area of expertise. This may include contributions to introductory or mid-level biology courses or development of an upper-level or graduate course in the candidate's area of specialization. The successful candidate will also be expected to incorporate experiential and field-based learning opportunities into their teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research. The department values experiential and field-based learning and encourages opportunities that engage students in ornithology beyond the classroom. The appointment is expected to be made at the Assistant Professor level. The department and university offer numerous resources to support success, including competitive start-up funding, excellent research and teaching facilities, opportunities for internal... For full info follow application link. USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a pro tected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).