Faculty Position. Systematic Botany
Institute of Biology. Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico

https://www.ib.unam.mx/ibunam/Convocatoria_Inv_Botanica_Jun26.pdf

The Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (UNAM, www.unam.mx) is the preeminent public higher-education center in Mexico and is among the highest-ranking Spanish-speaking and Latin American universities. UNAM’s Institute of Biology is a research center on the University’s main campus in Mexico City. Its mission is to discover, describe and systematically document biota, conducting scientific research about the evolutionary processes that originate and maintain it; its composition, distribution and interactions, and its sustainable use. The Institute of Biology houses the National Biological Collections of Mexico, including ten zoological collections, and the National Herbarium. Its Faculty include over 160 scientists and academic technicians who conduct research, teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in outreach activities, all to contribute to the understanding and conservation of biological diversity and to improve scientific advancement and the well-being of society. 

To fulfill its mission, the Institute of Biology seeks qualified applicants for one tenure-track position as a full-time Research Scientist (Investigador/a de Tiempo Completo) in the field of Systematic Botany, in the Department of Botany.

CANDIDATE'S PROFILE
We seek a scientist able to conduct research in systematic botany of angiosperms (e.g., species discovery and description, classification, phylogenetic relationships), applying innovative theoretical concepts and methodological tools for phylogenetic reconstruction with genomic data, or for comparative phylogenetics, to investigate evolutionary processes above the species level (e.g., morphological diversity and evolution, species richness, diversification, distribution), combining field work and use and development of biological collections.

REQUIREMENTS
- Doctorate or Ph.D. degree in botany, systematics or evolution.
- Preferably with postdoctoral experience.
- Knowledge and professional experience of at least 3 years in research in phylogenetic systematics and evolution of a group of angiosperms.
- Field work experience.
- Experience in the use or development of biological collections.
- Ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students from UNAM’s Schools of Science and Graduate Programs, as well as to participate in outreach and institutional activities.
- Develop their own line of independent research, including procurement of funds for research and interaction and collaboration with other research groups.
- Non-native speakers must be fluent in the Spanish language.

Applications from early- and mid-career scientists are encouraged.

APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
To apply, please send the following documents to sacademica@ib.unam.mx, with copy (Cc:) to secacad_vl@ib.unam.mx
1. Curriculum vitae (CV), including academic degrees, publication history and experience in systematics and evolution.
2. Description of research conducted during at least the past 3 years (maximum 2 pages).
3. Research proposal to be developed in three years, in the context of a long-term research plan, centered on the systematics and evolution of a group of angiosperms, preferably with a focus on Mexican groups (maximum 15 pages).
4. Cover letter addressed to the Director, Prof. Susana Magallon, stating the motives and interest in developing an academic career at the Institute of Biology, UNAM (maximum 2 pages).
6. Shortlisted candidates should provide academic recommendation letters from three persons.

Applications, accompanied by supporting documents, will be received from June 22nd, 2026 until the close of this call, on August 31st, 2026 at 18:00 h (Mexico City time). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to request recommendation letters, a seminar for the academic community of the Institute of Biology, and a personal interview.

CONTACT
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs of the Institute of Biology at sacademica@ib.unam.mx and/or secacad_vl@ib.unam.mx

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