Assistant Professor - Plant or Fungal Genomics, Botany

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JOB TITLE:  

Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant or Fungal Genomics

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Botany and the School of Computing at the University of Wyoming invite applications for a tenure-track position in Plant or Fungal Genomics at the rank of Assistant Professor. We invite applications from candidates using computational approaches and genomic data to address fundamental questions in evolutionary biology. We envision an independent researcher who will develop a strong, extramurally funded research program, and who will excel in a highly collaborative university setting through contributions to research, teaching, and outreach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The candidate will be expected to develop a strong, extramurally funded research program focused on plant or fungal genomics. We seek a colleague who is committed to participating in the community through teaching, research, service, and undergraduate and graduate student mentoring. The individual will be expected to contribute to the academic missions of the Department of Botany and the School of Computing and the interdepartmental Ph.D. Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in undergraduate and graduate programs.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 

The candidate will be expected to participate in appropriate service activities including, but not limited to, serving on department, school, college, and university committees, and graduate committees. These service functions are in addition to discipline-related service activities at the national and international levels.

COMPETENCIES: 

· Innovation

· Initiative

· Collaboration

· Visionary leadership

· Strategic planning

· Technical/Professional knowledge

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Ph.D. at the time of hire in ecology and evolutionary biology or a closely related field.

2. A record of high-quality publications in plant or fungal genomics.

3. High potential for excellent teaching.

4. High potential for an extramurally funded research program.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

1. Multiple first-author publications, including high impact publications.

2. Post-doctoral training in a related field by the time of hire.

3. Demonstrated ability to secure external grant funding in support of research.

4. Demonstrated capacity to conduct cutting-edge research in evolutionary genomics using computational methods.

5. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, training, and mentoring students.

6. Demonstrated capacity for effective teamwork and collaboration.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

Review of applications will begin September 18th. In the application, please provide a single PDF file that includes: 1) a cover letter (2 pages max), 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement (2 pages max), 4) teaching philosophy (2 pages max), and 5) contact information for three work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

The University of Wyoming conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Catherine Wagner ([email protected]).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/11/2026 will receive full consideration. 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.  

 WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

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