"Assistant Professor - Ecological Genomics"

Assistant Professor of Biology – The Department of Biology at the University of South Dakota is recruiting an Assistant Professor in Ecological Genomics to begin August 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Use genomics and/or bioinformatics to address ecological/evolutionary questions.
• Research focus to complement that of existing faculty, enabling collaboration and mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Teaching may include participation in an Introductory Biology course and/or upper division courses in Genetics, Evolution, Biostatistics, or other courses in support of the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Establish a productive and extramurally funded research program that engages undergraduate students and actively trains M.S. and Ph.D. students.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field is required, and postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Review of applications will begin October 7, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/45104 and must provide a cover letter that describes background with respect to the qualifications listed above, a CV, statements of research and teaching interests, and names and contact information for at least three professional references. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Wone, Search Committee Chair, Department of Biology (Bernie.Wone@usd.edu).