Assistant Professor - Evolutionary Genetics

Posting Information

Posting Number: FAC
00126PO25

Campus: Columbia

College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences

Department: CAS Biological Sciences

Location of Vacancy: Columbia, SC

Tenure Status: Tenure‑Track/Tenured

Position Category: Full‑time Equivalent (FTE)

Tenure Information: 9 months

Desired

Start Date:

08/16/2026

Posted on 08/12/2025 and open until filled.

The University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9‑month, full‑time, tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin on August 16, 2026. We seek a biologist who addresses fundamental questions in evolutionary genetics. The successful candidate will join our graduate group in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and will be responsible for establishing an independent, extramurally funded research program in evolutionary genetics.

The candidate will also teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.

• Develop and maintain a rigorous, independent research program in evolutionary genetics, secured through extramural funding.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and related fields.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research projects and career development.
• Participate in departmental service, faculty meetings, and departmental outreach activities.

• Ph.D. in biology or a closely related discipline.
• At least one year of postdoctoral research experience in biology by the start date of employment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, and service.
• Strong track record of scholarly publications and a clear vision for future research.

All applicants must apply online at the University of South Carolina Careers portal ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Applications must include the following documents:

• A cover letter.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A research statement (up to 3 pages).
• A statement describing teaching experience and interests (up to 2 pages).
• The names and email addresses of at least three references.

Instructions for submitting applications, contact information, and the application start and review dates are available on the posting page. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Carrie Wessinger, Search Committee Chair,  (please put “Evolutionary Genetics search” in the subject line).

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis under federal, state, local law, or regulations.