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

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.

Required Qualifications

• 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).

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.