Assistant Professor of Earth Science
About The Position
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is seeking an Assistant Professor of Earth Science. This position is effective August 17, 2027, for the Fall Semester. CSULB is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), recognized for its commitment to Latine/x student success. The university actively supports diverse student populations through various initiatives. The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and the Department of Earth Science offer robust educational and research opportunities, emphasizing hands-on experience and utilizing excellent instrumentation. The department offers undergraduate degrees in Geology and Earth Systems, and a Master's degree in Geology, with approximately 50 undergraduate and 35 graduate students. The department is situated in a geologically and environmentally diverse area conducive to research and field activities.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Geoscience or related field at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2027.
- Record of research in the broadly defined field of Sedimentology, Stratigraphy, or in any other geoscience discipline that substantially employs sed/strat methods in their research
- Ability to teach an undergraduate course in Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- Demonstrated commitment to be an effective teacher at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population
Nice To Haves
- Experience in or potential to teach a breadth of undergraduate and graduate-level courses to a diverse student body
- Commitment to learning and incorporating pedagogical best practices to create equitable courses that promote student learning
- A record of academic publication and research activity commensurate with experience in the applicant’s field of expertise
- Demonstrated success or history of effort to obtain funding for research
- Commitment to actively support the success of underrepresented groups in STEM fields through teaching and mentoring
Responsibilities
- Teach introductory and expertise-related subjects at undergraduate and graduate (M.S. degree) levels, as needed by the department, including sedimentology and stratigraphy. (Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.)
- Mentor undergraduate and Masters-level graduate students in research
- Engage and maintain an active research program involving students and leading to peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations
- Actively pursue external support for research and student funding through grants and contracts
- Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum development and program assessment
- Participate in service to the department, college, university, profession, and community
Benefits
- Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here: CSU Employee Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
