Assistant Professor, Biology (Organismal Zoology)

$65,000 - $67,000/Yr

South Dakota State University - Pierre, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Pierre, SD

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Professor position in Organismal Zoology at Black Hills State University is a full-time, tenure-track role beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will contribute to a diverse Natural Science department, teaching introductory and upper-level courses in biology, and developing a research program that involves both undergraduate and graduate students. The role emphasizes teaching, advising, and service related to student professional opportunities, with a focus on areas such as wildlife or fisheries management, ecological genetics, and environmental policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-level courses in Biology, including mammalogy, herpetology, entomology, ichthyology, and conservation biology.
• Develop and grow new emphases within the Biology major.
• Supervise graduate students in the Integrative Genomics MSc. program.
• Instruct courses in the Sustainability MSc. program.
• Develop a research program that includes undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide academic advising to students.
• Engage in service related to student professional opportunities.

Requirements

• PhD in Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• ABD candidates near graduation will be considered, with degree completion required within one year of the start date.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in wildlife or fisheries management.
• Experience with field methods, eDNA/ecological genetics, or environmental policy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $67,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• Tenure-track position with opportunities for promotion and tenure.
• Access to research resources including laboratories and facilities for genetics and genomics research.