Assistant Professor Faculty Position Department of Biology, focus Livable and Resilient

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The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The Department of Biology at Boston University ’s College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in urban ecology, behavior, and evolution. Candidates whose work addresses pressing biological challenges at the intersection of ecology, evolution, and society are encouraged to apply . Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to: nature-based solutions to climate change and biodiversity loss;

AI- and machine learning-integrated biological research; environmental genomics and multi-omics; conservation biology in human-modified landscapes; bioinspired design , and green infrastructure science. We welcome creative thinkers whose work pushes the boundaries of traditional biology research . This position is part of BU’s major investment in convergent research , bringing together bold ideas, deep expertise , and perspectives from across disciplines to take on society’s most critical challenges.

The position is part of a University
-wide cluster hire in Livable and Resilient Cities, which builds on BU’s strength in Urban Development & Resilience . Spanning anthropology, biology, civic data science, environmental health, journalism, learning sciences, political science, sociology, and urban affairs, the cluster draws together BU’s strengths in urban scholarship to advance new approaches to creating healthier, more equitable , and adaptable cities.

The Department of Biology at Boston University is a collaborative and interdisciplinary research community with strengths spanning ecology, evolution, environmental biology, quantitative biology, and the life sciences. The department provides an exceptional environment for scholars interested in the biological dimensions of urban development and resilience, including the ways that urbanization shapes ecosystem function , biodiversity, environmental health, and the interactions between people and nature.

Faculty research addresses fundamental and applied questions related to urban biodiversity, urban nature , climate mitigation and adaptation, biogeochemistry , and the sustainability of human-dominated landscapes.

Since its founding in 1839, Boston University has embraced a mission of openness and access, becoming one of the first universities in the nation to welcome all students of ability regardless of race, gender, or creed. That tradition shapes our enduring commitment to academic freedom, free inquiry, and the robust exchange of ideas. Please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to learn more about our shared values.

We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship , engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

Position Qualifications

Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent degre e in Biology , Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field, demonstrated ability to obtain external funding to support their…