Assistant/Associate Professor in Marine Bioscience

Job Details

We seek a creative, collaborative scientist whose research harnesses or advances cutting-edge tools, including AI, data science, robotics, biophysics, computer vision, advanced imaging, multi-omics, chemical biology, and synthetic biology. We invite applications from innovators developing transformative technologies and scientists addressing foundational biological questions with cutting-edge approaches. We are looking for candidates who will take advantage of the Whitney Lab’s unique location and strengthen our programs in areas such as organismal biology, development, genomics, biophysics, bioengineering, chemistry, neuroscience, coastal ecology, and aquaculture. We are especially excited to invite applicants who can integrate and advance across these disciplines.

This position is part of a multi-year investment in faculty hiring, infrastructure, and research innovation at the UF Whitney Lab. Our new research building and Sea Turtle Hospital (38,000 square feet, $40 million) will open in Spring 2026 with state-of-the-art wet and dry labs, large sensor-outfitted marine mesocosms and aquaculture tank systems, and world-leading imaging capabilities within the Whitney Laboratory Center for Biological Imaging and Discovery. These investments reflect the University of Florida and Whitney's commitment to technology-driven marine bioscience and to supporting interdisciplinary research.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program
• Contribute to Whitney’s interdisciplinary research environment by collaborating across departments, colleges, and external partners
• Participate in recruiting, teaching, and mentoring undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral trainees
• Engage in service activities that support the Whitney Laboratory’s research mission.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program
• Contribute to Whitney’s interdisciplinary research environment by collaborating across departments, colleges, and external partners
• Participate in recruiting, teaching, and mentoring undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral trainees
• Engage in service activities that support the Whitney Laboratory’s research mission.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, relevant experience consistent with academic policy for faculty rank, and have the potential to support their research programs through external funding sources.

Contact Information

Applications close: Open until filled

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