What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor - Marine Biologist (0082434) position at University of Hawaii?
Description
Title: Assistant / Associate Professor (Marine Biologist)
Position Numbers: 0082434
Hiring Unit: College of Natural Sciences - School of Life Sciences
Location: Manoa
Date Posted: February 25, 2026
Closing Date: Application review begins March 19, 2026
Salary Information: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Monthly Type: 9 Month
Tenure Track: Tenure
Full/Part Time: Full time
Temp/Perm: Permanent
Funding: General Funds
Position Description
The School of Life Sciences (SoLS) at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa seeks a candidate for an Assistant (F3) or Associate Professor (F4) of Marine Biology position who uses integrative approaches to investigate the underlying mechanisms of responses of marine organisms, populations, or communities to environmental change. Research should connect organismal biology and ecology, and may integrate multiple biological, spatial, and/or temporal scales. Research that will focus on Hawaiian species is of particular interest. The successful candidate can have research experience in any area of marine biology, including but not limited to physiological, ecological, and/or evolutionary approaches. This is a permanent, tenure-track, full-time, 9-month facutly appointment to begin August 1, 2026, subject to position clearance, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
The University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (UHM) is a Carnegie Research 1 University with strong emphases on research and undergraduate and graduate education. Our campus welcomes all students but given our responsibilities to the community in which we operate, as part of our strategic mission, we strive to become a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning, a place that is committed to integrating Native Hawaiian language, culture and/or values into its academic and campus environment. Our vision is to be locally and globally recognized as a premier student-centered and community-serving university (https://manoa.hawaii.edu/strategicplan/). The School of Life Sciences hosts the largest academic program on the University of Hawai‘i’s flagship campus, serving over 1,500 undergraduate majors and 150 graduate students for degrees in biology, botany, marine biology, microbiology, molecular cell biology, and zoology. Research interests of the 40 faculty members span all biological scales, with many focusing on ecology, evolution, and conservation biology. The School of Life Sciences is committed to serving our community and state and to excellence in research and teaching. (https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lifesciences/).
Assistant Professor Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and sustain an innovative, externally funded research program
- Mentor and advise graduate and undergraduate students in the School of Life Sciences
- Provide high-quality teaching in support of the Marine Biology B.S. and B.A. degree programs
- Develop and teach graduate courses in their area of expertise that directly contribute to one or more of the graduate degrees offered by the School of Life Sciences
- Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as appropriate
- Render service to the professional and local/regional community that is relevant to the individual’s academic specialty
Associate Professor Duties and Responsibilities
- In addition to the duties and responsibilities associated with the Assistant Professor rank, the role encompasses leadership at the University and national levels.
Assistant Professor Minimum Qualifications- A Ph.D or equivalent terminal degree from a college or university of recognized standing in a field relevant to the position.
- Research experience in marine biology or a related field
- Excellence and creativity in research, as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Ability to teach and mentor students of various backgrounds in core classes in the Marine Biology major, such as algal diversity, invertebrate biology, fish biology, marine microbiology, marine ecology and evolution, or an advanced capstone course, among others
- Commitment to supporting the key principles of the School of Life Sciences, which include personal and professional integrity, and the pursuit of excellence in instruction and research
- Professionalism in meeting and conferring with others.
Associate Professor Minimum Qualifications
In addition to those of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor minimum qualifications include:
- Four years in the rank of Assistant Professor
- Documented participation in the scholarly and academic affairs of their Department, University, or professional organization
- Clear recognition among peers at the local and/or regional levels
Assistant Professor Desirable Qualifications
- Postdoctoral research experience
- Evidence of external research funding
- Demonstrated experience and excellence in instruction of undergraduate and graduate students in the life sciences, with an emphasis on marine biology
- Experience working with students of various backgrounds and various community populations
- Vision of research that takes advantage of Hawai‘i’s unique location, resources, and faculty expertise in the School of Life Sciences, other university units, and state and federal agencies engaged in marine research
- Connection to global change issues
Associate Professor Desirable Qualifications
In addition to those of Assistant Professor, Associate Processor desirable qualifications include:
- Departmental leadership experience
- Demonstrated record of excellent evaluations on teaching of students and other trainees
- Scientific peer-reviewed publication in major journals related to their field
To Apply
Applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter in which you identify the position for which you are applying and indicate how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of research interests, activities, and plans (up to 3 pages in length); 4) a statement of teaching philosophy, interests, and plans (up to 2 pages in length); 5) copies of up to three relevant publications; and 6) names and contact information (including email addresses and telephone numbers) for three professional references. Additional information about Manoa’s Strategic Vision as a Native Hawaiian place of learning can be found here: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/strategicplan/.Official transcripts with proof of degree conferred will be required upon hire.
Inquiries: Dr. Megan Porter, mlporter@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
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