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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title University Faculty Wildlife/Conservation Genetics Requisition Number F00476P Job Description
The Department of Zoology at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Wildlife/Conservation Genetics starting Fall, 2026. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Assistant Professor level and will be expected to 1) teach lower and upper division lecture and laboratory courses in their area(s) of expertise, 2) establish an active and sustained research program that includes mentoring undergraduate students, 3) seek external funding in support of teaching or research; and, 4) establish collaborations with colleagues in the College of Science and throughout the University.
Minimum Requirements
Job Duties Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time Full Time
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 10/08/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
Application Instructions
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following items:
Completed applications received by November 15, 2025, will receive highest priority and review of applicants will proceed immediately thereafter. Screening will continue until the position is filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
About Weber State University
Weber State University is a primarily undergraduate institution located in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains in Ogden, Utah. For more than five decades, the institution has successfully maintained a dual mission by offering a wide range of baccalaureate programs as well as meeting regional community college needs. The Department of Zoology embraces both missions through its programs (seehttp://www.weber.edu/zoology) and occupies modern labs and classrooms in the Tracy Hall Science Center that opened in Fall, 2016.
Ogden is a vibrant city with a rich culture and history, located 45 minutes from Salt Lake City and its international airport. With an average of 223 sunny days per year and immediate access to skiing, biking, camping, hiking, and fishing make it an outdoor paradise. More information about the Ogden area may be found athttps://www.visitogden.com/
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title University Faculty Wildlife/Conservation Genetics Requisition Number F00476P Job Description
The Department of Zoology at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Wildlife/Conservation Genetics starting Fall, 2026. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Assistant Professor level and will be expected to 1) teach lower and upper division lecture and laboratory courses in their area(s) of expertise, 2) establish an active and sustained research program that includes mentoring undergraduate students, 3) seek external funding in support of teaching or research; and, 4) establish collaborations with colleagues in the College of Science and throughout the University.
Minimum Requirements
Job Duties Required Qualifications
- A completed Ph.D. in Conservation Biology, Genetics or related fields.
Preferred Qualifications
- Postdoctoral experience in wildlife or conservation genetics research, bioinformatics or related fields.
- Interest or experience in integrating research or other high-impact practices into classroom and laboratory instruction.
- Experience teaching and/or mentoring first-generation students and/or non-traditional students.
- Experience in collaborative teaching.
- Ability to teach lower division classes (e.g., Principles of Zoology, Diversity of Animals) and upper division classes such as Genetics, Evolution, Population Biology, and Conservation Biology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Evidence of teaching excellence and interest in using innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies.
- A demonstrated commitment to conducting high-quality research and to mentoring undergraduate researchers.
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time Full Time
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 10/08/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
Application Instructions
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following items:
- A cover letter
- Statements of teaching philosophy and research plans
- Your CV
- Unofficial transcripts
Completed applications received by November 15, 2025, will receive highest priority and review of applicants will proceed immediately thereafter. Screening will continue until the position is filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
About Weber State University
Weber State University is a primarily undergraduate institution located in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains in Ogden, Utah. For more than five decades, the institution has successfully maintained a dual mission by offering a wide range of baccalaureate programs as well as meeting regional community college needs. The Department of Zoology embraces both missions through its programs (seehttp://www.weber.edu/zoology) and occupies modern labs and classrooms in the Tracy Hall Science Center that opened in Fall, 2016.
Ogden is a vibrant city with a rich culture and history, located 45 minutes from Salt Lake City and its international airport. With an average of 223 sunny days per year and immediate access to skiing, biking, camping, hiking, and fishing make it an outdoor paradise. More information about the Ogden area may be found athttps://www.visitogden.com/
