2025-26 Assistant Professor of Biology: Ecologist

Tenure Track position in Biology
Illinois Wesleyan University

The Department of Biology at Illinois Wesleyan University invites applications for a Tenure Track position for an ecologist beginning August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities: 

Within the context of a 3:3 teaching load, the candidate will be responsible for 1) developing and teaching ecology and organismal diversity courses (some of which will have laboratories) 2) contributing to an introductory biology series for the biology program, and 3) teaching introductory and advanced (field-based) courses to serve the Environmental Studies program. In addition, the candidate will be expected to establish and sustain a research program and mentor undergraduate research students. 

Qualifications: 

The successful candidate will have earned a Ph.D. degree prior to the start date. A demonstrable commitment to excellence in undergraduate education is essential; as such, preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the university level.

Additional Information:

For information about the Biology department, see: https://www.iwu.edu/biology/ and for information about the Environmental Studies program, see: https://www.iwu.edu/environmental-studies/. Illinois Wesleyan University is a four-year private liberal arts university, offering small class sizes with dedicated faculty. The university consistently ranks in the top tier across numerous markers for providing students with a quality education. The university has approximately 100 full-time faculty and 1,500 full-time students. 

Application Information:

Interested applicants should submit the following to biology@iwu.edu, with the subject heading "Tenure Track position in Biology - Ecology":

• a single PDF file containing a cover letter addressing their qualifications for the position,
• curriculum vitae,
• statement of teaching philosophy,
• description of their proposed research program,
• a copy of all academic transcripts, and
• the names and contact information of three professional references.

Review of applications will begin September 23rd. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Brian Walter (Chair, Biology Department) at bwalter@iwu.edu.

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting and further building our community in these dimensions. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer.