Assistant/Associate Professor - Human Environment Interactions

The Department of Geosciences at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track Associate or Assistant Professor faculty position in Human-Environment Interactions (HEI), beginning fall semester 2025. We seek an outstanding interdisciplinary scholar to build an innovative research and teaching program in any area of HEI to provide the capacity, disciplinary depth, and interdisciplinary broadness to examine past, present, and future environmental changes and impact of these changes on society. The successful candidate will develop interdisciplinary research and teaching with a disciplinary home in the geosciences. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to work at the intersection of human and environmental systems within the broader framework of the Geosciences and Earth System Science. Areas of research and teaching specialization may include but are not limited to 1) coupled socio-environmental systems modeling and/or empirical approaches; 2) climate change impacts, resilience, and adaptation; 3) assessment of natural hazards and disasters; 4) food, energy, and water security; 5) environmental health; and/or 6) environmental justice and social vulnerability. The successful candidate will be expected to seek extramural funding opportunities from federal funding agencies such as NSF, NIH, CDC, USGS, NASA, DOE, and other research foundations.

To support our Geology and Geography undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as our interdisciplinary Earth System Science PhD program, the successful candidate will teach courses pertinent to their expertise which could include qualitative/quantitative/mixed methods and/or HEI themed courses to expand the skillsets of our students. The incoming candidate will also have the opportunity to develop new courses in their area of specialization.

Applications must include: 1) the applicant's curriculum vitae, 2) copies of transcripts, 3) names and contact information of three professional references, 4) a 2-page cover letter, 5) a 2-page statement of research interests, and 6) a 2-page statement of teaching philosophy and interests.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the AU website to learn more about Auburn University and the Department of Geosciences: http://www.auburn.edu/cosam/departments/geosciences/. Auburn University is a top 50 public Research 1 university in Auburn, Alabama and is within two hours of the Atlanta metropolitan area. With its scenic landscapes and a strong sense of community, Auburn is an ideal place to call home. Living and working in Auburn offers excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, abundant recreational opportunities, a supportive work environment, and a thriving local economy. Auburn, "The Loveliest Village On The Plains," provides a perfect setting for both personal and professional growth. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Please visit the following link for more information: http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/.

In the Auburn University College of Sciences and Mathematics, we value the land-grant mission of the university. We are committed to broadening access to higher education in order to cultivate culturally competent professionals.

Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. in geography, geology, geosciences, earth sciences, or a related field at the time of appointment. The successful candidate is expected to develop a rigorous, externally funded research program, publish scholarly work, advise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and support the land, space, and sea grant missions of Auburn University. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are required. Appointment rank will depend on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Review of applications will begin October 25th, and will continue until the position is filled.

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