Assistant Professor: Insect Ecologist

Assistant Professor:
Insect Ecologist

Position at the University of Georgia

About the University

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. It has more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and ranks among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with additional campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

Job

Details

• Posting Number: F2615P
• Title:
  
  Assistant Professor:
  Insect Ecologist
• Department: CAES-Entomology
• Position Type:
  External
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Contract Type:
  Academic (9 mo.)
• Tenure Status:
  Tenure Track
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  08/01/2026
• Posting Date: 12/24/2025
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Location:
  
  Athens Area
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit the following: a letter of application, detailed curriculum vitae (25-page limit), a statement of research philosophy not to exceed 2 pages, and a one page statement of teaching philosophy. Provide the names and contact information for three professional references. Complete applications received by January 31, 2026, will receive full consideration. Inquiries may be directed to Bill Snyder, Search Committee Chair (wesnyder).

Position

Summary

The Department of Entomology invites applications for a 9‑month tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in insect ecology at the Athens campus. The appointment includes 70% research, 25% teaching, and 5% service. The successful candidate will build a nationally prominent, extramurally‑funded research program, contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring, and engage in departmental and university service. Teaching loads align with high research expectations, and the candidate may teach courses in insect ecology, aquatic entomology, general entomology, insect natural history, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Build a nationally prominent, extramurally‑funded research program complementary to existing strengths in the department.
• Teach and mentor undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. students.
• Contribute to service at the department and university level.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Georgia Museum of Natural History, the UGA Black Fly lab, and the CAES Research and Education Centers.
• Engage in professional societies, outreach, and other outreach activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Entomology, Ecology, or related discipline.

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrated training and expertise in field and empirical techniques in entomological, ecological, and/or biological sciences.
• Record of scholarly activities in the field demonstrated by peer‑reviewed publications in leading journals.
• Evidence of potential success in acquiring funding for research.

Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Postdoctoral research experience, at least 1 year.
• Prior success in competitive funding.
• Demonstrated teaching and mentoring experience, at least 1 year.
• Engagement with professional societies and outreach.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Experience in any aspect of insect ecology, including aquatic and riparian insects, predator‑prey and plant‑insect interactions, ecosystem roles, and insect biodiversity/conservation.
• Substantial engagement with professional activities, scientific societies, and outreach.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Applicants needing accommodations should contact Central HR (hrweb).

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