The University is an exciting center of scientific discovery and innovation, and opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration and participation as graduate student trainers abound. Most university divisions and centers are contained within one compact campus in Chicago’s vibrant Hyde Park neighborhood, where many faculty members and students live.
Competitive research space and start-up funding will be available, and new faculty will work with outstanding colleagues and graduate students in a variety of programs at the University and at our National Lab affiliates, Argonne National Laboratory and Fermilab. The Department manages the greenhouse facilities on campus, and the Warren Woods Ecological Field Station in Three Oaks, Michigan.
Compensation is dependent upon qualifications. These positions are benefits eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must have a doctoral degree or equivalent.
We especially encourage applications from researchers who address fundamental questions in ecology using field research and/or computational, mathematical, and statistical models interrogating empirical data.
To be considered, those interested must apply through the University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/192136. Applicants must upload a cover letter, a CV with bibliography, a research statement, a teaching statement, and contact information for three references. Applications received by October 1, 2026, are guaranteed full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
