Sign InCreate ProfileEnglish (US)Comparative Animal Physiology - Assistant Professor of BiologyAlbuquerque, NM, United States|req37886Posted on: 9/28/2026 Back to SearchComparative Animal Physiology - Assistant Professor of Biology Posting Numberreq37886 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeTenure/Tenure-Track Hiring DepartmentBiology Department (048A) Academic LocationCollege of Arts & Sciences CampusMain -
Albuquerque, NM Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position SummaryThe Department of Biology at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a
full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Comparative Animal Physiology to begin in August 2027. Applicants must have a PhD in biology or a related field by date of application. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by November 6, 2026. Applications must demonstrate 1) the ability to develop a vigorous externally funded research program in comparative animal physiology
including a lab and/or field component, 2) a promising publication record, 3) the ability to achieve excellence in teaching and mentoring, and 4) an interest in collaborating with faculty and students across a diverse array of fields. The new faculty member will be expected to teach a core undergraduate class in animal physiology, upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses related to their research interests, as
well as to mentor masters and doctoral students.The Department of Biology at UNM is a broad unified department representing all fields of biology. It includes the Museum of Southwestern Biology (MSB), Center for Evolutionary and Theoretical Immunology (CETI), the Sevilleta Long-Term Ecological Research Program (SEV-LTER), Center for Stable Isotopes (CSI), and an Animal Research Facility that supports experimental
work on terrestrial and aquatic model organisms. The department has 35 tenure and tenure-track faculty as well as 11 lecturers, supports an active graduate program with >100 students, and has one of the most dynamic and successful research programs on campus. QualificationsMinimum and Preferred Criteria:Minimum Qualifications:Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field by start date of application.At least one year of
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