Description:
The Department of Biology and Biochemistry at the University of
Houston seeks to hire an evolutionary biologist at the rank of
Assistant or Associate Professor. We are particularly interested in
applicants with research interests and a record of accomplishments
using quantitative approaches to study evolutionary biology. We
encourage applications from individuals who will complement
existing departmental strengths in evolutionary genetics, genomics,
ecology, integrative biology, developmental biology, cancer
biology, structural biology, and neurobiology and behavior. The
successful candidate would be expected to establish and maintain a
nationally competitive and externally funded research program and
teach courses in Evolution and/or Genetics.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a
relevant field. Candidates for appointment at the Assistant
Professor level must demonstrate a strong publication record and
the potential to establish an independent, externally funded
research program. Candidates applying at the Associate level must
have a well-established, externally funded research program and a
strong record of independent scholarship and scientific
leadership.
Salary and rank commensurate with experience.
The Department of Biology and Biochemistry has over 40 tenured and
tenure-track faculty across three research divisions. The
University of Houston is a public R1 institution with well-equipped
shared resources, including high-performance computing in the
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Data Science Institute, a 925-acre
Coastal Center as part of the Institute for Ecological Resilience,
advanced microscopy instrumentation at the Biology and Biochemistry
Imaging Core, and a Sequencing Core with modern equipment. The
University of Houston is also a member institution of the Texas
Medical Center and Gulf Coast Consortia, offering access to
additional world-class resources, facilities, and
collaborators.
Founded in 1927, the University of Houston serves more than 49,000
students across 15 colleges and is recognized for academic
excellence, innovation, student success, and public service.
Located in the heart of Houston—home to the Texas Medical Center,
NASA’s Johnson Space Center, a thriving energy industry, and a
vibrant cultural scene—UH offers extensive industry partnerships
and exceptional opportunities for experiential learning.
Application materials must include: 1) Cover letter, 2) Curriculum
vitae, 3) Research statement (maximum 4 pages), 4) Teaching and
mentoring statement (maximum 2 pages), 5) Three representative
publications; and 6) Contact information for at least three
references.
All application materials must be submitted electronically through
the UH
Job Portal. Review of applications will begin on October 21st,
2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of
Texas for the duration of their appointments.
Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and
will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security
sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals
conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e.,
communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems,
electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water
treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the
security and integrity of the research is maintained.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal
Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
