Texas Tech University
Assistant Professor of Biology – Collections-Based Mammalogy
Full‑time, 9‑month, tenure‑track position at Texas Tech University beginning Fall 2026.
The position focuses on collections‑based mammalogy. Applicants with expertise in evolutionary developmental biology, functional ecology, zoonotic disease evolution, functional and genome evolution, phylogenomics, phylogeography, or related areas that can attract external competitive funding are encouraged to apply.
A competitive start‑up package will support the development of a research program, and research/collecting/travel funding may also be available in collaboration with the Museum at Texas Tech University and its Natural Science Research Laboratory.
Responsibilities
Advance the university’s strategic priorities: (1) educate and empower a diverse student body, (2) enable innovative research and creative activities, and (3) transform lives and communities through strategic outreach and engaged scholarship.
Engage in the advancement of scientific knowledge through research and scholarship.
Publish in good quality, peer‑reviewed journals.
Present research at national and international meetings.
Submit grant proposals to external competitive funding agencies such as NSF and NIH.
Teach classes in mammalogy and other areas of expertise using evidence‑based practices.
Coordinate teaching with the department’s curriculum goals.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research by providing individual support, feedback, and advice.
Serve on and direct graduate student thesis and dissertation committees.
Perform professional service, including reviewing manuscripts and grants, serving on editorial boards, and holding leadership roles in professional societies.
Perform service to the institution, for example by serving on departmental, college, and university‑level committees.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree in biology or a closely related field required to be obtained by the first day of employment.
Knowledge of evidence‑based teaching practices as evidenced by proposed plans in a teaching statement and/or participation in teaching professional development.
A record of peer‑reviewed research relating to mammalian collections‑based research.
Preferred Qualifications
A strong record of peer‑reviewed publications.
At least one year of postdoctoral research experience.
Potential to secure competitive external funding, evidenced by a record of submitted or successful applications for funding.
A clearly defined plan to develop a competitive research program that utilizes the mammal collection as outlined in the statement of research interests.
Evidence of effective research mentorship of undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Experience implementing evidence‑based teaching practices as teaching assistant or instructor of record in undergraduate biology classes.
Experience using or knowledge of evidence‑based practices that support TTU’s strategic priority: "to educate and empower a diverse student body".
Preparation for teaching and dedication to continuous professional improvement, evidenced by a record of participating in teaching professional development programs, workshops, courses, and activities.
Evidence of sustained involvement in institutional and/or professional service such as leadership positions or review service.
Experience working with natural history collections, for example as a curator, collections manager, or contributing to collections through field work.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter (not to exceed 2 pages) that summarizes how the application aligns with the job qualifications and the TTU Strategic Plan.
Statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed 2 pages) addressing TTU’s first strategic priority and the required and preferred qualifications.
Statement of research interests (not to exceed 2 pages) addressing TTU’s second strategic priority and the required and preferred qualifications.
Statement of collections philosophy (not to exceed 2 pages) describing the applicant’s approach to the acquisition, stewardship, and research of collections.
Contact information for 3 professional references (letters will be requested later).
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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The position focuses on collections‑based mammalogy. Applicants with expertise in evolutionary developmental biology, functional ecology, zoonotic disease evolution, functional and genome evolution, phylogenomics, phylogeography, or related areas that can attract external competitive funding are encouraged to apply.
A competitive start‑up package will support the development of a research program, and research/collecting/travel funding may also be available in collaboration with the Museum at Texas Tech University and its Natural Science Research Laboratory.
Responsibilities
Advance the university’s strategic priorities: (1) educate and empower a diverse student body, (2) enable innovative research and creative activities, and (3) transform lives and communities through strategic outreach and engaged scholarship.
Engage in the advancement of scientific knowledge through research and scholarship.
Publish in good quality, peer‑reviewed journals.
Present research at national and international meetings.
Submit grant proposals to external competitive funding agencies such as NSF and NIH.
Teach classes in mammalogy and other areas of expertise using evidence‑based practices.
Coordinate teaching with the department’s curriculum goals.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research by providing individual support, feedback, and advice.
Serve on and direct graduate student thesis and dissertation committees.
Perform professional service, including reviewing manuscripts and grants, serving on editorial boards, and holding leadership roles in professional societies.
Perform service to the institution, for example by serving on departmental, college, and university‑level committees.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree in biology or a closely related field required to be obtained by the first day of employment.
Knowledge of evidence‑based teaching practices as evidenced by proposed plans in a teaching statement and/or participation in teaching professional development.
A record of peer‑reviewed research relating to mammalian collections‑based research.
Preferred Qualifications
A strong record of peer‑reviewed publications.
At least one year of postdoctoral research experience.
Potential to secure competitive external funding, evidenced by a record of submitted or successful applications for funding.
A clearly defined plan to develop a competitive research program that utilizes the mammal collection as outlined in the statement of research interests.
Evidence of effective research mentorship of undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Experience implementing evidence‑based teaching practices as teaching assistant or instructor of record in undergraduate biology classes.
Experience using or knowledge of evidence‑based practices that support TTU’s strategic priority: "to educate and empower a diverse student body".
Preparation for teaching and dedication to continuous professional improvement, evidenced by a record of participating in teaching professional development programs, workshops, courses, and activities.
Evidence of sustained involvement in institutional and/or professional service such as leadership positions or review service.
Experience working with natural history collections, for example as a curator, collections manager, or contributing to collections through field work.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter (not to exceed 2 pages) that summarizes how the application aligns with the job qualifications and the TTU Strategic Plan.
Statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed 2 pages) addressing TTU’s first strategic priority and the required and preferred qualifications.
Statement of research interests (not to exceed 2 pages) addressing TTU’s second strategic priority and the required and preferred qualifications.
Statement of collections philosophy (not to exceed 2 pages) describing the applicant’s approach to the acquisition, stewardship, and research of collections.
Contact information for 3 professional references (letters will be requested later).
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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