Entry Level Marine Mammal Science Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Negotiable
Location : Sarasota, Florida, United States
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00556
Division: Marine Mammal Science
Opening Date: 11/10/2025
Description
We invite applications for an open-rank, tenure-track position in Marine Mammal Science beginning in August 2026. We seek a collaborative colleague whose expertise falls in one of two areas:

1. Research methods, data science, or statistics; or
2. Marine mammal science, broadly defined.

The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting and expanding our interdisciplinary, research-intensive two-year Master's program.
Examples of Duties
Our current faculty are leaders in dolphin cognition and echolocation, manatee acoustics and conservation, and pinniped cognition and marine mammal neurobiology. We are seeking a fourth faculty member whose expertise complements and broadens these strengths, particularly in spatial ecology, GIS, genetics, or other areas that expand our research portfolio. Experience or strong interest in cross-disciplinary data analysis or advanced quantitative methods is especially welcome, though not required.
The new faculty member will mentor 4-6 graduate students annually, teach core courses and electives aligned with their expertise, and contribute to our strong culture of individualized mentorship and hands-on research training. There are no undergraduate teaching requirements; however, faculty may engage with undergraduates through collaborative research and occasional cross-listed courses.
Research productivity is central to this position. We welcome applicants at any career stage who bring either an emerging or well-established research agenda that complements or enhances our existing strengths.
The Marine Mammal Science program is housed in a restored historic mansion estate on Sarasota Bay, separate from the main campus, with two dedicated buildings and direct dock access. These facilities foster focused scholarship and close faculty-student collaboration. Florida offers exceptional opportunities for marine mammal research across springs, estuaries, and Gulf ecosystems, with access to diverse species including manatees (in both wild and rehabilitation contexts), the long-studied Sarasota Bay bottlenose dolphin community, Gulf cetaceans, and pinnipeds through regional partnerships. The program maintains strong regional collaborations and long-term data resources, including the Sarasota Bay Listening Network, creating rich opportunities for integrative and applied research.
We welcome applicants who are excited to help build and shape a dynamic graduate program within a collegial, energetic academic community committed to scientific excellence and student success.
Application review begins March 31, 2026, and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
About New College
New College is driven by a mission to be the best liberal arts college in America. New College, the nationally recognized honors college of the State University System of Florida, is an innovative liberal arts institution where students learn how to think, not what to think.
Founded in 1960, the College has garnered national acclaim for its rigorous academics as students chart their own academic course with the assistance of faculty advisors and written assessments are given instead of letter grades. Conducting research is an important part of the undergraduate curriculum at New College with each student having to complete a senior thesis to graduate.
The New College campus sits on the scenic Sarasota Bay and directly adjacent to one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation. The region consistently ranks among the best for quality of life, featuring world-famous beaches, historic architecture, and iconic fine & performing arts institutions.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online. A complete application includes:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vita
3. Description of proposed research including how you will support graduate students in their research pursuits
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Graduate transcript (may be unofficial for initial application)
6. Names and contact information for three references (letters will be solicited for finalists)

According to Florida law, applications and meetings regarding applications are open to the public upon request. Applicants who need accommodations to participate in the selection process should notify the search committee 48 hours in advance of a meeting. Contact HR at HR@ncf.edu with any questions about the application process or to request accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in a field related to marine mammal science/data science by the time of hiring, with a demonstrated record of research excellence. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in teaching, a commitment to student mentorship, and exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas, such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now and in the future.
New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.
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