In accordance with Western Carolina University’s policies in response to COVID-19, the Highlands Biological Station is currently closed to the public, but is open to researchers and faculty on a limited basis. Researchers and faculty interested in reserving research and residential space should contact the HBS office (828-526-2602) for information on availability, rates, and reservations. Field courses, workshops, and HBS Nature Center programming are cancelled for the 2020 season. The HBS Botanical Gardens remain open, except for trails that are closed due to construction.

Open Positions at HBS

Horticulturist for Highlands Biological Station
- Salary range $34,500 – $37,500 plus benefits. Full time, 2 year appointment with expectation that position would be made permanent contingent on funding. Apply by September 11, 2020. For more details and to apply: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/13899