Stony Brook University
Assistant Professor - Climate Driven Disease Ecology, Ecology & Evolution
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790
Overview
Assistant Professor - Climate Driven Disease Ecology, Ecology & Evolution Location:
Stony Brook, NY Open Date:
Aug 15, 2025 Deadline:
Oct 01, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description
The Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Global Change and Disease Ecology. This position is designed to address the critical intersection of global change, infectious disease dynamics, and public health — an area of increasing importance in addressing global challenges. The focus is to advance understanding of how global change (climate, land use, biodiversity loss and homogenization, urbanization, and global trade) influences host-pathogen dynamics, vector ecology, and zoonotic spillovers. The faculty member hired will bring expertise in advanced quantitative approaches (ecological or evolutionary modeling, genomics, or advanced computation such as machine learning, deep learning, neural networks) to develop predictive frameworks for understanding and mitigating the effects of global change on disease ecology. We seek a candidate who will be an effective teacher in undergraduate and graduate courses in ecology and evolutionary biology, and who will develop a robust, externally funded, internationally recognized research program that produces high-impact studies and fosters interdisciplinary collaborations with researchers in public health and medicine. This research program should complement current faculty. Details of the department's research emphasis and facilities are at http://www.stonybrook.edu/ecoevo/ (text only). Additionally, applicants would have opportunities to collaborate with external initiatives such as the New York Climate Exchange and to connect with relevant Health Sciences departments. The department collaborates with the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, the Department of Anthropology, and the Institute for Advanced Computational Science, and has links with the Turkana Basin Institute in Kenya and Centre ValBio in Madagascar. Stony Brook also maintains connections with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and the New York Genome Center. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, or a closely related field at the time of appointment; post-doctoral experience is preferred. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in ecology and evolutionary biology, with opportunities to develop specialized courses in infectious disease ecology and quantitative methods. Responsibilities include teaching, developing external funding, conducting research, mentoring students, serving on committees, and contributing to department activities. Qualifications
Required Qualifications Doctoral Degree (or foreign equivalent) in evolution or ecology, or a closely related field at time of appointment. Evidence of research activity relevant to the subject as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications. Preferred Qualifications Postdoctoral training in a related field. High-quality research and publications relevant to the subject. History of or potential for attracting external funding. Experience or potential as an effective teacher and mentor aligned with the Ecology & Evolution graduate program and mission of Stony Brook University. Commitment to expanding diversity in ecology and evolution. Application Instructions
To apply, visit http://apply.interfolio.com/171403. Review of applications will start on Sept 1, 2025 and will continue until Oct 1, 2025. Applications must be submitted through Interfolio by clicking "Apply Now." Include a cover letter; CV; research and teaching statements; and the names and contact information of at least three references. The research statement should summarize research highlights as a PhD student and, if applicable, as a postdoc, describe the future research direction of your independent research program, and include a plan for obtaining external funding. The teaching statement should address teaching and mentorship, including an articulated teaching philosophy, and ability to contribute to teaching needs in Ecology & Evolution. Both statements should describe the candidate's past and/or planned efforts to promote inclusive excellence in research and teaching. Questions should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Liliana M. Dávalos, liliana.davalos@stonybrook.edu. The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of crime statistics is available upon request. It can also be viewed online at the University Police website. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and creating an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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Assistant Professor - Climate Driven Disease Ecology, Ecology & Evolution Location:
Stony Brook, NY Open Date:
Aug 15, 2025 Deadline:
Oct 01, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description
The Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Global Change and Disease Ecology. This position is designed to address the critical intersection of global change, infectious disease dynamics, and public health — an area of increasing importance in addressing global challenges. The focus is to advance understanding of how global change (climate, land use, biodiversity loss and homogenization, urbanization, and global trade) influences host-pathogen dynamics, vector ecology, and zoonotic spillovers. The faculty member hired will bring expertise in advanced quantitative approaches (ecological or evolutionary modeling, genomics, or advanced computation such as machine learning, deep learning, neural networks) to develop predictive frameworks for understanding and mitigating the effects of global change on disease ecology. We seek a candidate who will be an effective teacher in undergraduate and graduate courses in ecology and evolutionary biology, and who will develop a robust, externally funded, internationally recognized research program that produces high-impact studies and fosters interdisciplinary collaborations with researchers in public health and medicine. This research program should complement current faculty. Details of the department's research emphasis and facilities are at http://www.stonybrook.edu/ecoevo/ (text only). Additionally, applicants would have opportunities to collaborate with external initiatives such as the New York Climate Exchange and to connect with relevant Health Sciences departments. The department collaborates with the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, the Department of Anthropology, and the Institute for Advanced Computational Science, and has links with the Turkana Basin Institute in Kenya and Centre ValBio in Madagascar. Stony Brook also maintains connections with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and the New York Genome Center. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, or a closely related field at the time of appointment; post-doctoral experience is preferred. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in ecology and evolutionary biology, with opportunities to develop specialized courses in infectious disease ecology and quantitative methods. Responsibilities include teaching, developing external funding, conducting research, mentoring students, serving on committees, and contributing to department activities. Qualifications
Required Qualifications Doctoral Degree (or foreign equivalent) in evolution or ecology, or a closely related field at time of appointment. Evidence of research activity relevant to the subject as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications. Preferred Qualifications Postdoctoral training in a related field. High-quality research and publications relevant to the subject. History of or potential for attracting external funding. Experience or potential as an effective teacher and mentor aligned with the Ecology & Evolution graduate program and mission of Stony Brook University. Commitment to expanding diversity in ecology and evolution. Application Instructions
To apply, visit http://apply.interfolio.com/171403. Review of applications will start on Sept 1, 2025 and will continue until Oct 1, 2025. Applications must be submitted through Interfolio by clicking "Apply Now." Include a cover letter; CV; research and teaching statements; and the names and contact information of at least three references. The research statement should summarize research highlights as a PhD student and, if applicable, as a postdoc, describe the future research direction of your independent research program, and include a plan for obtaining external funding. The teaching statement should address teaching and mentorship, including an articulated teaching philosophy, and ability to contribute to teaching needs in Ecology & Evolution. Both statements should describe the candidate's past and/or planned efforts to promote inclusive excellence in research and teaching. Questions should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Liliana M. Dávalos, liliana.davalos@stonybrook.edu. The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of crime statistics is available upon request. It can also be viewed online at the University Police website. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and creating an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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