Tenure Track Assistant Professor- Dept of Earth and Environmental Science
About The Position
The Department of Earth and Environmental Science at Temple University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Hydrology, beginning July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will develop a creative, externally funded research program, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in geology and environmental science. Faculty collaboration is encouraged, drawing on the department’s expertise in hydrogeology, human-environment interactions, surface processes and sedimentary systems, energy, environmental and polar geophysics, climate science and oceanography, geochemistry, and planetary geology. The department provides training in geological and environmental science through undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. programs. Temple University is a Carnegie R1 urban public research university in North Philadelphia, with more than 30,000 students. The university emphasizes community engagement and is committed to a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive academic environment.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Geology, Earth sciences, or a related field, completed by the start date.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship.
- Commitment to creating inclusive and accessible spaces for all students.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience or potential in groundwater hydrology; this is a plus but is not required.
- Experience teaching and mentoring students from different backgrounds in an inclusive setting.
- Evidence of collaborative and interdisciplinary work.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in groundwater hydrology.
- Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed venues.
- Seek external funding to support research activities.
- Mentor and advise students from different backgrounds.
- Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
