Assistant Professor - Evolutionary Genetics

Assistant Professor - Evolutionary Genetics

The faculty of the Department of Biological Sciences at 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 to hire a biologist who addresses fundamental questions in evolutionary genetics.

The successful candidate will join our graduate group in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and will be expected to establish an independent, extramurally funded research program in evolutionary genetics. The successful candidate also will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in biology and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in research.

• Establish an independent, extramurally funded research program in evolutionary genetics.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in biology or a related discipline.
• At least one year of postdoctoral research experience in biology by the start date of employment.

All applicants must apply online at USC Jobs at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./192927
. Applications must include:

• 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.

Letters will be solicited after the initial review of applications by the search committee. Review of applications will begin 1 October 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Carrie Wessinger, Search Committee Chair (
wessinc.edu
; 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 (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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  * Do you have a PhD in biology or related discipline?
  • Yes
  • No
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  * Will you have at least one year of postdoctoral research experience in biology by the start date of employment?
  • Yes
  • No

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References and Contact Information
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement

• Other Supporting Documents