"University Faculty Wildlife/Conservation Genetics"

University Faculty Wildlife/Conservation Genetics

Requisition Number: F00476P

Job Description:

The Department of Zoology at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Wildlife/Conservation Genetics starting Fall, 2026. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Assistant Professor level and will be expected to 1) teach lower and upper division lecture and laboratory courses in their area(s) of expertise, 2) establish an active and sustained research program that includes mentoring undergraduate students, 3) seek external funding in support of teaching or research; and, 4) establish collaborations with colleagues in the College of Science and throughout the University.

Job Duties:

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• A completed Ph.D. in Conservation Biology, Genetics or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral experience in wildlife or conservation genetics research, bioinformatics or related fields.
• Interest or experience in integrating research or other high-impact practices into classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Experience teaching and/or mentoring first-generation students and/or non-traditional students.
• Experience in collaborative teaching.
• Ability to teach lower division classes (e.g., Principles of Zoology, Diversity of Animals) and upper division classes such as Genetics, Evolution, Population Biology, and Conservation Biology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and interest in using innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies.
• A demonstrated commitment to conducting high-quality research and to mentoring undergraduate researchers.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 10/08/2025

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

Application Instructions

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following items:

• A cover letter
• Statements of teaching philosophy and research plans
• Your CV
• Unofficial transcripts

In addition, arrange for three (3) letters of recommendation to be emailed separately by the authors to the Department of Zoology at this address: zoology@weber.edu using "Wildlife/Conservation Genetics faculty search" in the subject line.

Completed applications received by November 15, 2025, will receive highest priority and review of applicants will proceed immediately thereafter. Screening will continue until the position is filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.