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Detailed Job Description

The Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences (GSOLS) in the College of Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a Tenure Track (TT) Assistant or Associate Professor in Ecology or Evolutionary Biology to begin in the fall of 2026. This TT position is supported in part by one of the world's leading funders of fundamental scientific research: the Simons Foundation as part of the Simons Empire Faculty Fellows Program to stimulate faculty hiring across New York State. This position is designed to support the development of strong, independent research programs while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration that advances the Simons Foundation's mission to push the boundaries of mathematics and the basic sciences.
The successful applicant will conduct research in ecology, evolutionary biology or the intersection of these fields; with a preference for applicants who work on eukaryotic systems. Exceptional candidates from related fields who bring unique expertise and perspectives will also be considered. We are seeking a colleague with a strong scholarship record, experience as a college-level instructor, and a history of collaborative work. We are especially interested in applicants who can work with faculty and students from all our programs, undergraduate and graduate.
We are seeking a colleague with a strong scholarship record, experience as a college-level instructor, and a history of collaborative work. We are especially interested in applicants who can work with faculty and students from all four of our programs. The successful candidate will develop an extramurally funded research program, engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring, contribute professional leadership and service, contribute to curricula improvement and promote excellence in our academic community. The start date for this position is August 15, 2026.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values and honor code.

To attract and retain an excellent and innovative faculty, RIT offers several programs and professional development opportunities to help faculty succeed from our onboarding and orientation on through to the tenure and promotion process.
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Required Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. and postdoctoral training (or equivalent professional experience) in a biological, environmental science, or related field is required; preference will be given to candidates with a strong track record of publication in high-quality journals, evidence of successful grant-writing, being an instructor-of-record in undergraduate and/or graduate courses, mentoring experience and a history of collaboration.
• A commitment to the educational and teaching mission of the Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences and the College of Science.
• A commitment to including graduate and undergraduate students in research.
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university's continuing commitment to access, engagement, and success.
• Strong communication skills

Department/College Description

The Thomas H. Gosnell Scholl of Life Sciences (GSoLS) in the Rochester Institute of Technology College of Science is home to vibrant programs in Biology (BS), Biotechnology and Molecular Bioscience (BS), Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BS and MS), and Environmental Sciences (BS and MS) with approximately 20 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 5 teaching faculty and numerous support staff. GSoLS is known for high-quality education, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and excellent research and expertise in target areas including bioinformatics, computational biology, environmental science, biotechnology and STEM education.
The RIT College of Science offers 12 undergraduate programs and 18 graduate programs. Our students benefit from the intersection of science and technology at RIT, including access and training with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and facilities starting in their first year at RIT. As one of the top externally grant-funded colleges on campus, the College of Science houses six of RIT's major research centers that give students unrivaled opportunities to engage in real-world research with supportive faculty mentors.

At the RIT College of Science, we are committed to fostering a community where fairness, opportunity, and accessibility are at the core of everything we do. We seek to build a network of researchers that will support ongoing work in COS to forge a path forward as we grow our strategic research areas and who will contribute to a climate of respect and collaboration within our college community. We believe that a true sense of belonging emerges when everyone is empowered to contribute, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment.

The College of Science strives to attract and retain high-quality faculty, students, and staff from a variety of backgrounds and to ensure a welcoming campus culture and a global mindset. Furthermore, we aim to advance research and scholarship and capitalize on our partnerships and strengths to increase the impact of COS. We plan to hire faculty who can contribute to some or all these strategic priorities.

How To Apply

Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty; search openings, then Keyword Search 9912BRBR. Please submit your application, curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and upload the following attachments:

• A brief teaching philosophy
• The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references
• Research Statement

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.