Assistant Professor of Marine Ecology

• Business Unit University of Maine
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Department UM Environmental and Biological Sci - Machias
• Bargaining Unit Associated Faculties of the University of Maine System (AFUM)

Assistant Professor of Marine Ecology, 60% teaching, 30% research and 10% service.

• Teach 3–4 undergraduate courses per year, including Shellfish Mariculture, Marine Biology, Ichthyology, Plankton Ecology, Genetics, and other courses supporting the Marine Biology and Integrated Biology programs.
• Direct the Marine Field Station and actively pursue research grants.
• Incorporate frequent field trips to local marine environments into courses.
• Develop relationships with regional non‑profits, research centers, and departments across the University of Maine.
• Develop internships, research opportunities, and courses that promote partnerships with diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) initiatives.

Required:

• Ph.D. in Marine Biology or a closely related field awarded by August 2026.

Preferred:

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Active peer‑reviewed publishing record.

• Tuition benefits for employee and dependent.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Retirement plan options.

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The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.