University of Alaska Fairbanks, Institute of Arctic Biology and Department of Biology and Wildlife · Alaska · full-time, tenure-track faculty · posted yesterday
The Institute of Arctic Biology and the Department of Biology and Wildlife at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology relevant to boreal forest ecosystems. This is a 9-month (full-time) tenure-track faculty position with a 3-month appointment extension supported by external funding (if available). The position duties will consist of 40% teaching, 50% research and 10% service. The rank of hire is open to Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience and leadership interest. Candidates should have expertise in terrestrial ecology, including fire ecology, isotope ecology, modelling, plant physiological ecology, or northern peatlands, with an interest in researching the boreal forest. We are interested in candidates who are integrative with their research, collaborative, and work in research teams. Candidates who are interested in engaging with the leadership of the Bonanza Creek Long-Term Ecological Research program are especially encouraged to apply. The position will be jointly appointed with the Department of Biology and Wildlife in the College of Natural Science and Mathematics and the Institute of Arctic Biology. The successful candidate will initially teach two courses per year in the Department of Biology and Wildlife, build and sustain a ongoing, externally-funded research program through the Institute of Arctic Biology involving mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students, and provide service to the university, profession, and general public. JOB ADVERTISEMENT https://careers.alaska.edu/jobs/assistant-or-associate-professor-of-ecosystem-ecology-fairbanks-alaska-united-states OTHER INFORMATION Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Biological Sciences or related field. Postdoctoral experience is preferred, but not required. To be considered for an Associate rank, the applicant must have experience commensurate with 5 years of experience as an Assistant or Associate Professor. Position Details: This position is located on the Troth Yeddha’ campus in Fairbanks, AK. This is a full-time, 9-month base appointment, FLSA exempt faculty position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be offered a competitive salary based on education and experience. Application review will begin on November 9, 2026. Applications received prior to this date will receive priority consideration; however, the recruitment will remain open until filled. REQUIRED application documents: -Cover Letter -Resume or Curriculum Vitae -Teaching philosophy, experience and interests statement (1-2 pages) -Research Statement including experience, research agenda and how your research will be relevant to Alaska (1-2 pages) **Combine the Teaching and Research statements into a single document for upload If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sheri Hall, CNSM HR Manager, at sahall5@alaska.edu or (907) 474-6714
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