Entry-level Assistant Professor (Insect Ecology)

Overview

This Assistant Professor (Insect Ecology) position is located in Logan, Utah, which is situated in a spectacular Rocky Mountain valley approximately one and one-half hour drive north of Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities

Successful candidate for this position will: Teach courses in biology related to insect ecology such as Entomology, Introductory Biology, Ecology, or Organismal Biology, as well as specialized courses in related areas of interest; research topics such as climate change impacts, pollination, invasive species, biological control, host-plant relationships, crop resistance, or the functioning of insect microbiomes; establish independent, externally funded and nationally recognized research programs in insect ecology; and form effective collaborations with colleagues and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in the Department of Biology.

Qualifications

Candidates must have: A Ph.D. in Biology or a related field (foreign equivalent degree is acceptable); Postdoctoral experience in insect ecology; demonstrated ability to establish an independent, externally funded, and nationally recognized research program. Required skills and publication/presentation requirements may be earned during advanced educational studies.

Required Documents

Applications, along with a cover letter, curriculum vita, and a list of at least three references, should be submitted online at http://hr.usu.edu/jobs at the “Join Us” link.

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

College/Department Highlights

More information about this position may be obtained by contacting the Utah State University Human Resources Office, 8800 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322-8800; hr@usu.edu; phone: 435-797-0216; fax: 435-797-1816. Utah State University is a Carnegie Research Doctoral Extensive University and has been chosen as a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Gender Equity Program recipient.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

 

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

 

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The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

*updated 02/2025

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