BCAS - Assistant Professor of Geography, in Geography and the Environment - 530827

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Geography & the Environment at the University of Alabama seeks an assistant professor (9-month, tenure track) broadly trained in Environmental Science, Earth Science, or Physical Geography. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Introduction to Environmental Science (a large enrollment, natural lab science credit course) and develop courses in atmospheric, landscape, forest, and/or river systems designed to engage undergraduates in our Environmental Science and Geography degree programs through experiential-based learning. Potential areas of expertise may include landscape ecology, soil, biogeography, geomorphology, conservation, biodiversity, natural resources, environmental pollution, climatology, water resources, and/or physical hydrology. While the position is open to a wide range of specialties, some integration of human-environmental interactions is preferred. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an externally funded research program that is nationally and internationally regarded within their area of expertise, while delivering high-quality, engaged teaching.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Physical Geography, or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Some integration of human-environmental interactions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach Introduction to Environmental Science (a large enrollment, natural lab science credit course).
Develop courses in atmospheric, landscape, forest, and/or river systems designed to engage undergraduates in our Environmental Science and Geography degree programs through experiential-based learning.
Develop an externally funded research program that is nationally and internationally regarded within their area of expertise.
Deliver high-quality, engaged teaching.