The Department of Biology in the College of Sciences (COS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando, Florida (USA) invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position: Assistant Professor, Aquatic Ecologist R111825

The nine-month tenure track, Assistant Professor, Aquatic Ecologist position is anticipated to begin August 2026. All areas of aquatic ecology will be considered, including population, community, or ecosystem ecology in freshwater or marine environments. Successful candidates must have a demonstrated ability or strong potential to establish and maintain a vigorous, extramurally funded research program, facilitate collaborations, and complement departmental strengths. They will be expected to contribute to teaching and mentoring students in our undergraduate and graduate programs. The instructional duties and services assignments are in accordance with the department’s current equitable workload policy. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with other disciplines and the potential to strengthen research and course offerings in freshwater ecology is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in biology or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will show: (a) experience in freshwater systems, (b) postdoctoral training or relevant work experience, (c) potential to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program including research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students, (d) research experience that complements department strengths, and (e) commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching, effective student mentoring, and strong academic support for our diverse student population.

The Department of Biology at UCF blends contemporary research and dynamic teaching from a broad-based curriculum. We have successfully trained thousands of undergraduate students for a range of biology careers, fostering a strong foundation in the life sciences and equipping them with critical thinking skills. Many classes engage High Impact Practices, offering students opportunities to receive hands-on experience in the field and pursue a graduate education through a master’s program in Biology and a Ph.D. program in Integrative and Conservation Biology. Our facilities include a genomics core laboratory, an on-campus transgenic greenhouse, walk-in growth chamber, research hoophouses, herbarium, research field plots, and 800 acres of natural lands and wetlands. Our faculty and research scientists are actively addressing environmental challenges through novel research—from coastal restoration to marine turtle conversation, boldly shaping a better future. For more information, please see https://sciences.ucf.edu/biology.