Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, or a related field required.
Demonstrated ability to conduct innovative research.
Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration is a plus.
Strong communication skills for engaging with diverse audiences.
Track record of publishing in reputable scientific journals.
Responsibilities
Develop and lead a rigorous research program addressing bold ecological and evolutionary questions.
Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines within and outside the department.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research and academic pursuits.
Contribute to departmental teaching and curriculum development.
Engage with the broader scientific community through outreach and public engagement.
Benefits
Access to a vibrant academic community at a prestigious institution.
Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Support for research initiatives and funding applications.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
Professional development opportunities through workshops and conferences.
Full Job Description
Description
Princeton University's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology is seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor position in Ecology, Evolution and/or Behavior. We seek a scholar who is eager to interact with a vibrant and interdisciplinary group of colleagues both inside and outside the department. The successful candidate will address bold questions through a rigorous, creative, and integrative research program. The range of potential research areas should be understood broadly. We are excited to consider applicants focused on any timescale or level of biological hierarchy and employing any methodological approach.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a vision statement, no longer than two pages, that outlines the bold question(s) they would pursue within their first 5 years and that places those questions broadly in the context of major unsolved problems in their field(s). In this respect, the vision statement should draw on, yet go beyond, a summary of the applicant's prior and current research. In addition to the vision statement, applications need to include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three papers or preprints, and three letters of recommendation.
Application review will begin on November 10, 2026.
