Assistant Professor, Environment and Sustainability (SEaS), College of Arts and Sciences Assistant Professor, Environment and Sustainability (SEaS), College of Arts and Sciences

University of Cincinnati • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The School of Environment and Sustainability (SEaS) invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor to join a new “Blue”/Water and Sustainability initiative in the College of Arts and Sciences, whose Discovery in Action initiative embraces engaged and interdisciplinary research that includes public scholarship and preparation of students for impactful careers. This position is open to applicants who explore human, water, and economic dynamics in areas such as but not limited to river ecosystems, groundwater aquifers, coastal or open ocean systems, water quality, weather, flooding and disasters, fisheries and aquaculture, water transportation, or renewable energy, that may have broad relevance to conservation, resource management, sustainable development, or climate resilience.

Requirements

• A PhD in Environmental or Sustainability Studies or a closely related field is required prior to effective date of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses in the School’s Environmental Studies program in areas related to water-related systems and dynamics, such as conservation, resource management, sustainable development, economics, or climate resilience.
• Conduct scholarly research related to water and how it relates to the economy.
• Participate in professional service opportunities, such as SEaS faculty meetings or SEaS standing or ad hoc committees as well as other service activities such as serving as peer reviewer for professional journals and on other unit, college or university committees.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree