Assistant Professor of Fisheries - College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

Overview

The University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences invites applications for one or more tenure‑track faculty positions (9‑month annual support) at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Fisheries based in Fairbanks, Alaska. Applicants with strong scientific and academic backgrounds committed to fostering excellence in undergraduate and graduate education are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will complement the broad expertise of existing faculty and contribute to high‑quality research, teaching, and service.

UAF is a federally recognized Alaska Native‑serving institution that supports bridging Indigenous and Western sciences.

Develop and lead a productive and externally funded research program focused on fisheries biology, ecology, management, or social sciences, with an emphasis on Alaska’s fisheries and ecosystems and involving students and postdoctoral researchers.

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, with a particular focus on the undergraduate fisheries program through both instruction and advising.

Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. in fisheries, biology, ecology, economics, anthropology, or a closely related field. Postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Applicants must be proficient in English, have experience teaching at the university level, and have a strong research, publication and funding record, commensurate with experience.

An unrestricted Alaska driver’s license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving criteria is required.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship are not eligible.

This is a full‑time, Fair Labor Standards Act exempt, tripartite tenure‑track faculty position, providing a competitive salary (starting pay is DOE) and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

Position will be based on the main Troth Yedda' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Initial review of applications begins on July 1, 2026. Submit your application by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on June 30, 2026. The intended start date is January 2027.

Include the following:
(1) a brief cover letter;
(2) a statement summarizing your past and future research program including your overall approach to scientific research and how you envision your research program at CFOS, with particular emphasis on complementing our existing research expertise; your past teaching experiences, teaching pedagogy, and how your approach to teaching and mentoring will complement and diversify CFOS’s programs; and your commitment to public and professional service and community engagement (not to exceed five total pages for research, teaching and service);
(3) a curriculum vitae;
(4) a sample publication or creative product;
(5) contact information for three professional references (address, email, and phone number).

Telephone contact:
Dr. Andrew Seitz, Search Committee Chair,  or atacseitz.

This position is represented by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC). (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application screening process. If you need assistance during any phase of the interview process, contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.