The Department of Biology at Tufts University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in viral ecology and/or evolution to begin September 1, 2023. This faculty member will be expected to maintain a research program with an emphasis on the ecology and/or evolution of microbial (bacteriophages, mycoviruses), plant, or animal viruses in natural or managed ecosystems, including terrestrial ecosystems, marine/aquatic systems, natural plant/animal populations/communities, or agroecosystems. Research programs that focus on the ecology or evolution of viruses in lab model systems (e.g. model bacteriophages) are also welcome. Applicants proposing to research viruses of humans or domesticated animals will not be considered. Preference will be given to candidates who synergize