Assistant Professor - Ecology - Integrative Biology

University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

Posted: 5 August 2026 - Berkeley, United States of America

About this opening

The Department of Integrative Biology at UC Berkeley seeks an innovative scientist for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Ecology. The successful candidate will use field, experimental, or theoretical approaches to address fundamental questions in ecology, with a focus on plants, invertebrates, microbes, or marine systems. Responsibilities include teaching core courses in ecology and mentoring students. The department values diversity and encourages applications from candidates with non-traditional career paths. A PhD or equivalent is required, along with a record of research excellence.

Position details

  • Role area: assistant professor,faculty
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Biology
  • Research topic: Ecology
  • Start date: 1 July 2027