Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences

We seek broadly trained candidates with a PhD in hydrology, hydrogeology or a related discipline. Candidates with degrees from other specialty areas will be considered, but a demonstrated ability to teach a hydrology related course is essential. ABD candidates close to completion may be considered. The ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds is essential. Teaching expectations include one or more undergraduate classes in hydrology or hydrogeology, and courses related to the applicant’s specialty and skills offered in the Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies and Master of Environmental Studies programs.

Required qualifications:

-A passion for teaching and commitment to undergraduate education.

-A PhD. in hydrogeology, hydrology, or a related field, plus an interest in, and ability to teach courses in those subjects.

-Ability to teach a variety of earth science and environmental courses primarily at the undergraduate level in person, as well as online at the undergraduate or master’s level.

-A strong interest in mentoring undergraduate students in research and/or other experiential learning.

-Ability to work collaboratively with other members of other departments in and out of the sciences in teaching, research, and grantsmanship.

Other Desirable Qualifications.  Special consideration will be given to applicants who can demonstrate one or more of the following:

-Ability to teach courses in one or more of the following: GIS, energy, climate, geology, and/or sustainability

-Experience and interest in supporting online programs in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Management.

-Interest and experience in cultivating relationships with local and regional environmental organizations. 

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit, electronically, a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, a statement on experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), and three letters of reference the the application portal: https://fa-ewic-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/jobs/preview/128. 

Review of applications will begin March 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Questions prior to application may be directed to Dr. Chris Haley, Department Chair, via (757) 455-3407 or jchaley@vwu.edu.