"Assistant Professor, Environment and Sustainability (SEaS), College of Arts and Sciences"

Job Overview

The School of Environment and Sustainability (SEaS) invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor to join a new “Blue”/Water and Sustainability initiative in the College of Arts and Sciences, whose Discovery in Action initiative embraces engaged and interdisciplinary research that includes public scholarship and preparation of students for impactful careers. This position is open to applicants who explore human, water, and economic dynamics in areas such as but not limited to river ecosystems, groundwater aquifers, coastal or open ocean systems, water quality, weather, flooding and disasters, fisheries and aquaculture, water transportation, or renewable energy, that may have broad relevance to conservation, resource management, sustainable development, or climate resilience.

Essential Functions

• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses in the School’s Environmental Studies program in areas related to water-related systems and dynamics, such as conservation, resource management, sustainable development, economics, or climate resilience.
• Conduct scholarly research related to water and how it relates to the economy.
• Participate in professional service opportunities, such as SEaS faculty meetings or SEaS standing or ad hoc committees as well as other service activities such as serving as peer reviewer for professional journals and on other unit, college or university committees.

Minimum Requirements

A PhD in Environmental or Sustainability Studies or a closely related field is required prior to effective date of appointment.

Application Process

Interested and qualified applicants must complete our online application. In addition to completing the online application, please submit:

• A cover letter that explains how your experience (if relevant) and qualifications align with the requirements and responsibilities outlined in the job description,
• A full and current CV
• A list of three references. (Letters of reference will be requested for short-list finalists.)

UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, who works to bring out the best in our students, faculty and staff to collaborate, create, innovate and compete in a global society. We are seeking individuals who want to be a part of a dynamic team. As part of a complete application, you will be asked to include a statement on how you define a team and what makes a team function successfully. Please use the “additional documents” feature to include all these required items.

Review of applications will begin December 1, with applications accepted until the position is filled. Candidates can apply here jobs@uc.edu.

Questions should be directed to Dr. Ken Petren, Search Committee Chair at: petrenk@ucmail.uc.edu

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html