Assistant Professor in Entomology

Position overview
Position title: Assistant Professor in Entomology & Assistant Agronomist
Salary range: $84,100 to $108,900

Anticipated start: 7/1/2027

Application Window

Open date: October 29, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Jan 18, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Entomology at the University of California, Riverside invites applicants for an Assistant Professor and Assistant Entomologist to develop an innovative research program in systematics, which fits with the existing strengths of the Department and the general mission of the agricultural experiment station. This 9-month, tenure-track position will be available starting July 1, 2027. The successful candidate must have strong training and experience with systematic methods and phylogenetic/phylogenomic methods applicable to the study of insects, mites or spiders, with an emphasis on understanding the associated evolutionary patterns of biodiversity, behavior, ecology and/or distribution. Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in the systematics of insects, mites or spiders with a program of research in accordance with Department and College strengths in agricultural entomology, biological control, evolution, and conservation biology. It is expected that the successful individual will build a strong fundable independent research program and develop cooperative research with other faculty in the Department and College. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate courses in systematics and may include other courses in their area of expertise. The candidate will also be expected to supervise the training of graduate and undergraduate students and participate in departmental and university service obligations.

The UC salary consists of a base pay of: $84,100 to $108,900 for Assistant Professors and additional off-scale to be commensurate with market value, qualifications and experiences. The off-scale portion of the salary will be maintained as long as satisfactory academic progress is made. Additionally, the off-scale will be maintained subject to market adjustments to the UC salary scale.

Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of hire include:

• A PhD in Entomology or a related biological science.
• Strong background in systematics and phylogenomic methods or related fields, and arthropod biodiversity, as demonstrated by publications, extramural funding, and professional service.

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Candidates should have a strong background and experience in systematics.

Additional qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of hire include:

• Postdoctoral experience.
• Experience with teaching and curriculum development.

Advancement through the professorial ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years.

To apply: submit the following to the Agricultural Systematist of Entomology Recruitment :

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter: Short cover letter describing background and interests (1-page maximum)
• Teaching Evaluations (Optional)
• Statement of Research/Scholarly Activities (2-page maximum)
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring - This statement should be a concise description of the applicant's teaching and mentoring philosophy and include past experience and future teaching and mentoring plans (2-page maximum)
• Letters of Reference: At time of submission, applicants should provide contact information and request letters of recommendation from 3-5 referees to be submitted through AP Recruit. Each letter writer will need to submit their letter via AP Recruit by January 18, 2027.

Competitive applications will include compelling research plans. Evidence of effective mentoring, teaching ability and curriculum development will further strengthen applications.

Review of applications will commence on January 18, 2027 and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.

For more information about this position, please contact Professor Allison Hansen, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Entomology, at ahans003@ucr.edu . For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Mrs. Rebecca Nistor, Academic Personnel, at rebeccan@ucr.edu .

Department: https://entomology.ucr.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Entomology or a related biological science.

Preferred qualifications
Candidates should have a strong background and experience in systematics.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Short cover letter describing background and interests (1-page maximum)
• Teaching Evaluations (Optional)
• Statement of Research/Scholarly Activities - 2-page maximum
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring - This statement should be a concise description of the applicant's teaching and mentoring philosophy and include past experience and future teaching and mentoring plans (2-page maximum)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

Please provide the contact information for a minimum of three references. A UC Recruit system generated email will be sent to all of your references requesting their letter of recommendation. The confidential reference letters will be part of your application.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02362

Help contact: rebeccan@ucr.edu

Job location

900 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92521