The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 15, 2026. We are looking for a broadly trained plant ecologist with expertise in empirical field ecology and plant biology who is passionate about teaching, mentoring undergraduate research students, and contributing to a vibrant academic community. The appointee will teach upper-division courses in plant ecology and plant biology. Preference will be given to candidates who can also teach conservation biology, research design and biostatistics, and introductory biology. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping our growing Conservation Biology major track. UMW and the Depart