Job Description Summary
The School of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences (SFAAS) in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Aquatic Genomics. This position will be a nine-month, tenure-track position with 80% research and 20% teaching appointment. The projected start date is August 2026.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to establish a dynamic, innovative, and externally funded research program in Aquatic Genomics. The research program should primarily focus on the functional genomics of aquatic species, supporting both the land-grant mission and the mission of SFAAS. Candidates conducting research in related areas within aquatic systems, including Aquaculture Genomics; Fisheries Genomics; Comparative Genomics; Metagenomics and Microbiome Genomics; Transcriptomics, Proteomics, and Metabolomics; Epigenomics; Bioinformatics, Big Data and Systems Genomics; and Environmental and Ecological Genomics are also encouraged to apply. Candidates developing novel statistical, machine learning, or artificial intelligence approaches and applying such methods to aquatic genomic data are likewise encouraged to apply. Previous experience working with aquatic species is preferred; however, applicants with experience in other animal, plant, and microbial systems will also be considered, provided their future research program focuses on aquatic organisms. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate effectively with SFAAS faculty as well as colleagues across the university. They will also be responsible for teaching course(s) related to the application of genomics to the fields of aquaculture, fisheries, and other aquatic sciences. The successful candidate is expected to be involved in SFAAS, college, and university committee service.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in genomics or related life-sciences field at the time employment begins. Must exhibit a publication record in genomics research and a record or the potential to attract extramural funding. The selected individual is required to work effectively with colleagues across disciplines and to develop collaborative research programs. The selected individual must also possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with a wide range of audiences. The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to be gainfully employed in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the term of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Postdoctoral training, a research area that complements existing SFAAS faculty, and experience mentoring graduate students are desired
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must apply for the position by visiting the link:
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56837and attach the following: 1) letter of interest, 2) current
Curriculum Vitae,
3) statement on proposed research program (2-page limit), and 4) statement on teaching philosophy (2-page limit). When prompted during the online process, please provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. Only complete applications will be considered.
Review of applications will begin on 9 January 2026 and may continue until the position is filled. Questions concerning the advertised position should be directed to: Dr. Ian A.E. Butts, Search Committee Chair, E-mail: iab0007@auburn.edu.
