Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and Biology, Tenure-track 493346 Gambier, OH, Ohio Biology Faculty Kenyon College invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Departments of Environmental Studies and Biology (Freshwater Ecosystem or Landscape Ecology) starting in July 2027. We seek a broadly trained ecologist with expertise in freshwater ecosystem or landscape ecology, with an interest in
contributing to an interdisciplinary department. To complement current faculty expertise, we seek candidates whose research focuses on regional or global ecological or biogeochemical processes, preferably in freshwater systems. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including strong academic support, inclusive course experiences, and effective mentoring for our diverse student population.
Teaching expectations are 5 courses per year, with 3 courses in the Environmental Studies Department (e.g., Introduction to Environmental Studies, Senior Seminar in Environmental Studies, and new lecture and/or lab courses at the upper level) and 2 courses in the Biology Department (e.g., Introductory Biology lecture or lab, Aquatic Systems Biology). Additional opportunities exist for interdisciplinary teaching and
scholarship within and outside the sciences, including in Kenyon's interdisciplinary Program in Computing and the college's Science and Nature Writing initiative. We expect a vigorous research program that involves undergraduate students, leads to publications, and has potential to attract extramural funding. Applicants should hold a Ph.D degree; post-doctoral experience is preferred. We encourage applications from
all groups historically underrepresented in the sciences. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter (maximum 2 pages); 2) a Curriculum Vitae (no page limit); 3) a statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy that addresses the applicant’s experiences and plans for teaching a diverse student body (maximum 2 pages); 4) a statement of the applicant’s research and scholarship that includes plans
for collaborative research with undergraduates (maximum 3 pages); 5) an unofficial graduate transcript; and 6) contact information for three professional references. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website: http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin on August 31, 2026. Please direct questions to Natalie Wright, Search Committee Chair
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