Freshwater Science Jobs & Opportunities

Freshwater Science Jobs & Opportunities

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Associate or Full Professor, Ohio Eminent Scholar in Ecology — Miami University

Posted: 
Monday, July 21, 2025
Expiration Date: 
Saturday, November 1, 2025

Ohio Eminent Scholar in Ecology, an endowed, tenured position at the Associate Professor or Professor level in the Department of Biology. We seek candidates working in any area of ecology who have strong records of research and who will foster synergisms among research groups. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an internationally renowned, externally funded research program that applies the principles and methods of ecology to address environmental problems; provide leadership on large, collaborative research projects; effectively teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses; and participate in advising and service.

Postdoctoral Researcher, Ecology of Harmful Algal Blooms — Auburn University

Posted: 
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Expiration Date: 
Thursday, January 1, 2026

The School of Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences at Auburn University is seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work both independently and collaboratively with members of our research team to develop research projects that further our understanding of the ecology of freshwater harmful algal blooms. The incumbent will join an active lab (https://wilsonlab.com/) whose recent research activities integrate large-scale, whole pond and mesocosm experiments, lake surveys, remote sensing, statistical modelling, and meta-analysis to understand the importance of abiotic and biotic factors that affect the promotion or control of algal blooms in aquaculture ponds and drinking water and recreational reservoirs.

Senior Scientist & Director, South Carolina Limnology Research Center — South Carolina State University Research & Extension

Posted: 
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Expiration Date: 
Saturday, January 31, 2026

The Senior Scientist and Director of South Carolina Limnology Research Center is responsible for leading research initiatives focused on freshwater ecosystems, including lakes, rivers, and wetlands. This role combines scientific expertise in limnology with leadership responsibilities to guide a team of researchers and collaborate with various stakeholders. The director will oversee the development and implementation of research projects aimed at understanding water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and the impacts of human activities on these environments.

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