Assistant Professor of Wildlife/Conservation Genetics Full-time NEW

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.

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

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.

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