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Assistant Professor - University of Hawai'i at Hilo

The Department of Geology at the University of Hawai’i at Hilo (UH Hilo) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking broadly-trained applicants who will integrate place-based teaching and research expertise in surface processes, hydrogeology, or environmental geology. For the complete job description and to apply, please visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu/jobs/5342151/assistant-professor-geology-0082686 

The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and research at the undergraduate level, including working with individuals from the numerous backgrounds that are present within our student population. The successful candidate should be a collaborative investigator who will develop a research program that involves undergraduate students and augments the current expertise within the department. The ideal applicant will also be able to teach a broad range of courses throughout our curriculum, including introductory and upper level courses in Geomorphology, Surface Water Hydrology, Coastal Geology, Groundwater, Sedimentology/Stratigraphy, and/or Environmental Geology. 

Application review will begin August 1, 2026, and will continue until position is filled.

 


Visiting Assistant Professor - Western Washington University

The Department of Environmental Science at Western Washington University is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2026 - 2027 academic year to fill temporary faculty vacancies.  The complete job description can be found here: https://hr.wwu.edu/careers-faculty?job=502973 

We are especially interested in applicants who can teach General Ecology, Watershed Biogeochemistry, and Biostatistics, but other disciplines will also be considered, including wildlife and population ecology.

Application review begins May 15, 2026; position is open until filled.

 


3-Year Visiting Assistant Professor - Denison University

The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences at Denison University seeks a broadly trained environmental scientist in a three-year visiting assistant professorship to teach two undergraduate lecture+lab sections per semester.

The ideal candidate should have demonstrated expertise in geomorphology with an environmental science emphasis and proven ability to teach GIS with preference to candidates who can also teach hydrology. This position will also require teaching introductory Earth or Environmental Science.

We seek an engaged scholar-teacher who can complement our departmental strengths in biogeochemistry, sedimentology/stratigraphy, structural geology, petrology and meteorology/climate. Although not required, incorporating undergraduates into research is encouraged. Funding for research and summer research students are available.

For more information about EESC, visit our website: https://denison.edu/academics/earth-and-environmental-sciences Candidates who are A.B.D. will be considered although preference will be for candidates who have completed their Ph.D.

To apply, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/183740 

Applications are open until the position is filled.

For questions, contact the chair Erik Klemetti (klemettie@denison.edu).

 


Tenure-Track Assistant Professor - University of Maryland

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

The Appalachian Laboratory (AL) of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Watershed and Water Resources Science. Outstanding candidates at the Associate Professor level will also be considered. We seek a visionary scientist who will conduct innovative research, foster collaboration, and broaden participation in this critical area of environmental science.

To view the full position description and apply, please see the job posting: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCES/details/Assistant-Professor_JR102987 

The anticipated start date for this position is after July 1, 2026.

 


Tenure-Track Faculty - Environmental Science, SUNY Cobleskill

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. 

The Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, Environmental, and Plant Sciences (FWEPS) at SUNY Cobleskill Ag & Tech invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track position as Assistant Professor to start in August 2026. Preferred candidates will demonstrate expertise in Environmental Science disciplines and an interest in working with a diverse body of undergraduate students seeking an applied education in Natural Resource Management.

Further details can be found here: https://cobleskill.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=195090 

 


Tenure-track Assistant Professor - Geological Sciences - California State University Northridge

Position will remain open until filled.

The Department of Geological Sciences at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure track faculty member in Environmental Earth Science at the rank of Assistant Professor.

To supplement the growing Environmental Science degree program within the Department of Geological Sciences, the successful candidate will be expected to teach at all levels from general education undergraduate to master’s level courses within the Environmental Science and Geology programs. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to curriculum development.

Further details can be found at: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/nr/en-us/job/553130/assistant-professor-of-environmental-earth-science-department-of-geological-science-2613