Job Title: Assistant Professor of Organismal Biology and Ecology

Position Status: Tenure-Track

Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

Department: Organismal Biology & Ecology

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

Colorado College is hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Organismal Biology and Ecology to begin in August 2025. We are seeking an organismal biologist with expertise in mycology, microbiology and ecology/evolution.

Responsibilities for this Organismal Biology and Ecology department position entail teaching six courses annually, including introductory microbiology, mycology, ecology or evolution, either an upper-level course or non-majors’ course in the candidate’s area of specialty, and a mentored student research course. Faculty are also expected to maintain an active research program which includes directing undergraduate student research, and to contribute to service at Colorado College and within the profession. We seek an individual with demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and research, which includes fostering inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive.

Colorado College is a private, undergraduate, highly selective liberal arts institution enrolling approximately 2200 students. The college uses the Block Plan calendar in which students take one class at a time, allowing for unique learning and teaching strategies, as well as significant field and lab experiences. The Organismal Biology and Ecology (OBE) Department at Colorado College studies the structure and function of organisms in an ecological and evolutionary context. OBE research foci include botany, animal and plant ecology and evolution, comparative physiology, conservation biology, and molecular ecology. The department strives to perform impactful research and include students in these opportunities. Information about Colorado College and OBE can be found at our web site: https://www.coloradocollege.edu/academics/dept/obe/.

Colorado College is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and to becoming an antiracist institution in our policies, practices, and pedagogies. We actively promote a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. The OBE department believes the College grows stronger by recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty committed to building an inclusive community. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are particularly encouraged to apply.

 

Minimum Qualifications

A completed Ph.D. in mycology or microbiology at time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

A completed Ph.D. in mycology or microbiology at time of application. Undergraduate teaching experience, mentoring undergraduate research experience, and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in biology are also priorities.

Application Instructions

Inquiries about the position may be sent to the OBE Associate Chair, Dr. Rachel Jabaily at rjabaily@coloradocollege.edu. All application materials should be posted by September 16 at 11:59 pm MDT. You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

1) a cover letter highlighting relevant professional background, 2) a teaching statement, 3) a diversity/inclusion/antiracism statement, 4) a research statement, 5) a curriculum vitae with email address, and 6) three letters of recommendation. References will receive an email with instructions to upload their letter within 72 hours of application completion.

Optional Documents

 

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$88,500 to $90,000

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for H-1B sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• Tuition assistance benefits for employee and their eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

 

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

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Benefit Information:

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.