Job Description
Assistant Professor 10 Months
Buffalo State College, United States
about 15 hours ago
Location:
Buffalo, NEW YORK
Job Type:
FullTime
Deadline:
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Posting Details
Position Information
About Buffalo State Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city's cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school's mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Faculty/Professional Faculty
Department Biology
Local Title Assistant Professor
Budget Title Assistant Professor 10 Months
Rank A5
Line Number 23418
Salary Range Commensurate with experience
FTE Full-Time
Negotiating Unit UUP
FLSA Exempt
Department biology.buffalostate, greatlakescenter.buffalostate
Brief Job Description This is a joint Biology Department/Great Lakes Center position. Teaching obligations are 50% of the expected obligation of full-time Biology faculty. This reduced teaching obligation will be offset by higher expectations to seek extramural funding to support research and graduate students. Teaching expectations will be in the area of aquatic biology and environmental sciences. Ability to network with local, regional, and state agencies a plus. Two external, substantive grant applications per year and productive publication activity are expected.
Required Qualifications Doctoral degree in biological sciences or related discipline with broad training and research experience in aquatic biology. Postdoctoral research experience with an active publication record and evidence of grantsmanship.
Preferred Qualifications Research experience in large lake biology, limnology, fisheries, or climate change impacts.
Anticipated Date of Hire 09/01/2026
Priority Review Date 03/01/2026
Application Deadline Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant Contact Person Dr. Randal Snyder, Search Chair
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