Assistant Professor of Aquaculture

Assistant Professor of Aquaculture

Lake Superior State University (LSSU) seeks qualified applicants for a tenure‑track faculty position in Aquaculture starting in August 2026. This is a 9‑month, tenure‑track position in the School of Natural Resources that is funded through a partnership between LSSU and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) titled the Partnership for Aquaculture Research and Management (PARM). The PARM position has administrative (25 %), research (45 %), teaching and mentoring (25 %), and service (5 %) responsibilities, and will be responsible for supporting aquaculture initiatives that address university and MDNR interests.

The core appointment is based on a 9‑month academic contract, but additional expectations during the winter and summer terms will be compensated by an additional stipend.

Responsibilities include:

• Administrative: provide vision and year‑round oversight of CFRE Fish Hatchery operations, develop and manage the hatchery operational budget, supervise hatchery personnel, and work with internal and external partners to ensure smooth operation.
• Research: create an active, externally‑funded research program in aquaculture that engages students and supports LSSU and MDNR research needs, publish results in peer‑reviewed journals, present at conferences, acquire external funding, and maintain collaborative relationships with state, federal, and tribal agencies.
• Teaching: potentially teach Freshwater Fish Culture, Internship in Aquaculture, Apprenticeship in Fish Culture, and mentor thesis projects.
• Mentoring: mentor undergraduate and graduate students engaged in research and contribute to university service, including advising student organizations.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Aquaculture or a closely related discipline, required at the time of appointment.
• Administrative experience and demonstrated ability or potential to conduct excellent research and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience teaching courses in aquaculture, familiarity with salmonid aquaculture, experience involving students in research, and providing professional opportunities for students outside of class.
• Experience with grant writing and acquisition of external funding.

Physical demands:

• Ability to accompany students on field labs, actively lead and participate in field and hatchery activities; lift up to 50 pounds; possess a valid driver’s license and operate a 4WD truck.