Assistant Professor, Marine Biology

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Marine Biology

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Life Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Life Sciences at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Marine Biology. The incumbent will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to departmental and university services, and pursue scholarly research in support of the department's graduate programs. We particularly welcome applicants with expertise in applied research through collaborations with industry, agencies, community organizations, or other external partners to address challenges and opportunities in coastal management, resilience, health, and sustainability. Experience in workforce readiness education is highly desirable. The appointment is expected to begin in Fall 2027. The position includes a competitive startup package and research lab space.

About the University and Department

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving R2 Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast.

Ample opportunities exist for collaboration within the Department of Life Sciences, departments and research centers within the College of Science and across the campus, and with agencies such as Texas A&M AgriLife. Our unique location and proximity to beaches, wetlands, coastal bays, lagoons, ports, aquaculture operations, and coastal industries provide exceptional opportunities for research, workforce development, and partnerships with the private sector, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

TAMU-CC has surpassed $50 million in annual research expenditures, reflecting the university’s rapidly growing research enterprise. The university already meets the research expenditure threshold for eligibility in the Texas University Fund (TUF) and is strategically increasing the production of research doctorates. The Department of Life Sciences has 18 full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty, six professional track faculty, two instructors, and over 1,200 science majors (including undergraduate and graduate students) offering B.S. degrees in Biology and Biomedical Science, M.S. degrees in Biology, Marine Biology, and Fisheries and Mariculture, and a Ph.D. degree in Marine Biology. The advertised position may further expand and complement the Coastal and Marine System Science M.S. and Ph.D. programs. During the last three years, the department’s research activities have resulted in an average of 20 grants per year (federal, state, nonprofit, and private sources), with research expenditures exceeding $3,000,000 annually.

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in marine biology, biology, or a closely related discipline
• A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals appropriate to the discipline and career stage

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in academia, government, nonprofit organizations, or industry relevant to the position
• Evidence of ability to build an externally funded research program and develop collaborative partnerships with industry, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or other external stakeholders
• Research that integrates marine biology with applied marine and coastal sciences
• Experience in experiential learning, workforce development, and interdisciplinary coastal science education
• Demonstrated ability in translating research into solutions for coastal communities, agencies, or industries
• Engagement in service activities to support institutional, professional society, and community goals
• University-level teaching experience and demonstrated innovative pedagogical approaches to teaching undergraduate and graduate students from various backgrounds

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers

To be considered for the position, all required documentation must be uploaded.

A completed application will include:

• A cover letter describing experience and qualifications listed, including prior service activities
• A research statement including plans for funding support (2 pages max) plus a general description of expected start-up support, including any specialized equipment and infrastructure needs (2 pages max)
• A statement of teaching experience and plans for effective instruction, including any prior pedagogical training and professional development of teaching skills (2 pages max)
• A curriculum vitae
• Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references (names, addresses, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses)

Application deadline: January 6, 2027

Position expected start date: Fall 2027

For questions, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Turner, Search Chair, Department of Life Sciences, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, at jeffrey.turner@tamucc.edu.

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.