Assistant Professor, Environmental Geologist

About the Role

Otterbein University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Earth Science with a primary specialization in Environmental Geology.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach 21 workload hours in the academic year, including:
• Introduction to Environmental Science lecture & lab
• Physical Geology lecture & lab
• Environmental Geology lecture & lab
• Hydrology lecture & lab
• Contribute to university life through student advising.
• Serve on university and departmental committees.
• Develop an active research program that incorporates undergraduate research students.
• Direct the Environmental Science program.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• PhD is required.
• Broad training in environmental geology and environmental science.
• Evidence of effective teaching in environmental science lecture and lab courses.
• Strong publication record.
• Demonstrated active research agenda that can include undergraduate students.
• Excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Experience in mentoring students.

Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience in developing and teaching environmental science courses at the introductory and upper levels.

Qualifications

• PhD is required.
• Strong candidates will be broadly trained in environmental geology and environmental science.
• Evidence of effective teaching in environmental science lecture and lab courses is required.
• Strong publication record is required.
• The candidate must demonstrate an active research agenda that can include undergraduate students, excellence in undergraduate teaching, and experience in mentoring students.

Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience in developing and teaching environmental science courses at the introductory and upper levels.

Compensation

• For the rank of Assistant Professor: $62,226 (plus full University benefits).

Start Date

• August 2027

Application

Submit the following materials:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement
• Contact information for three (3) references
• Research plan statement and how your plan can incorporate undergraduate students
• Statement (no more than one single-spaced page) addressing:
• How a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion has informed your teaching, scholarship, and/or professional experience.
• How you see yourself contributing to Otterbein's belonging plan.

Preference given to applicants who submit materials by November 30, 2026.