Assistant Professor in Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Disease

Job Description

The Department of Biology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Florida invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level focused on theoretical and quantitative approaches to the ecology and evolution of infectious disease. We are seeking an exceptional scholar to establish an externally funded research program to investigate fundamental questions on the dynamics of infectious disease and host-parasite systems using mathematical, quantitative or computational approaches. The position is aimed at deepening our theoretical and mathematical understanding of infectious disease systems, but we are open to applicants engaged in collaborative research at any level of biological organization, from cells to ecosystems, and in any system (e.g., marine, terrestrial, freshwater).

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Computational Biology, Applied Mathematics or Biomathematics, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Biology or Biomathematics

Research Projects

The successful candidate would have an opportunity to interact with researchers in a wide variety of programs and units related to infectious disease at the University of Florida, including the UF Emerging Pathogens Institute, the Florida Museum of Natural History, the UF Genetics Institute, the UF Biodiversity Institute, the UF Informatics Institute, the Center for Statistics and Quantitative Infectious Diseases in the College of Medicine, and the Departments of Physics and Mathematics (among others) within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The candidate would also have access to extraordinary data management and analysis resources, including one of the nation’s most powerful supercomputers.

Teaching Contributions

The position could include contributions to the undergraduate curriculum in ecology and evolution, and specialized courses such as theoretical infectious disease biology, and the evolution of pathogens.

Application Process

• A complete application includes: Letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position
  A complete curriculum vitae
  A statement of teaching philosophy
  Proposed research projects
• The names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.
• Review of applications will be conducted on a rolling basis, with the first review beginning on January 15, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

Salary and Benefits

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package. Benefits: This faculty position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes state medical, dental, and vision plans; life and disability coverage; multiple retirement options; and paid time away and university holidays. Learn more about UF faculty benefits here.

Pre-Employment Screening

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Chair of the search committee, Dr. José-Miguel Ponciano at josemi@ufl.edu.