Assistant Professor of Environmental Earth Science - Department of Geological Science #26-13

California State University, Northridge•Northridge, CA

1d•$83,349 - $92,610

About The Position

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. The ideal candidate’s research interests will complement our Department and will come from the broad field of Environmental Science, which could include, but is not limited to: geomorphology, environmental geochemistry/geology/geophysics/hazards, hydrology, sedimentology, glaciology, oceanography, coastal processes, paleoceanography, geothermal energy, or climate change. The candidate will be expected to establish an active research program with undergraduate and master’s level graduate students. In addition to research and teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate may be required to teach on weekdays, evenings, weekends, and/or online and will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service.

Requirements

Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Earth and Environmental Science, or a closely related scientific field, by the time of appointment
College or university-level teaching experience, either in-person or online.
Evidence of research experience in one or more of the disciplines listed in the position description.
At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal in the field of environmental science (published or accepted).
Ability to teach Earth Systems (GEOL 314).

Nice To Haves

Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body
Research experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds
Experience adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring
Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students
Experience creating a student-centered learning environment, including evidence of teaching effectiveness and/or training in pedagogical strategies
Ability to teach other highly enrolled courses in the department, including Introduction to Environmental Science (GEOL 125), Communicating Geoscience (GEOL 303), Sedimentology and Stratigraphy (GEOL 341), and Energy Resources (GEOL 362).
Evidence of potential for developing an externally funded research program.
Interest in developing and/or facilitating field experiences for students.
Postdoctoral or non-academic work/research experience in fields related to environmental science.

Responsibilities

Teach at all levels, from general education undergraduate to master’s level courses within the Environmental Science and Geology programs.
Contribute to curriculum development.
Establish an active research program with undergraduate and master’s level graduate students.
Hold weekly office hours.
Attend faculty meetings.
Participate in assessment of student learning.
Service to the department, college, and university.
Teach on weekdays, evenings, weekends, and/or online.

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