Job Title

Assistant Professor, Environmental Science

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Physical and Environmental Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for two 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professors of Environmental Science to begin as early as spring 2024. The first position is in the area of Coastal Ecosystem Sustainability and Resilience. Possible research areas include but are not limited to coastal natural and human ecosystems and communities in the face of climate change, socioeconomic impacts, and disaster planning. The second position is in the area of Air Pollution or Hydrology, and Modeling. Possible research areas include but are not limited to air quality, air contaminant cycling, water resources, coastal hydrology, and impacts of climate change. Expertise in other environmental science related areas is also welcomed.

These positions will ideally be complementary to our current faculty research activities with existing strengths in ocean and coastal processes, ocean-atmosphere-land exchange processes, chemical cycling, hydrogeology, remote sensing, coastal pollution, ecosystem modeling, and integration of natural science with human dimensions. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program, supervise graduate students, and teach courses consistent with their individual expertise. This position will further expand and support our undergraduate and graduate programs in Environmental Science (B.S. and M.S.). Opportunities also exist to support graduate programs in Coastal Marine System Science (M.S. and Ph.D.), Chemistry (M.S.) and other graduate programs. Details about each of these programs can be found online at https://www.tamucc.edu/science/graduate-recruiting.php. We encourage applications from candidates who can develop research that makes the most of our modern research laboratories and equipment, including those associated with our Isotope Core Laboratory, Geophysics Facility, Aquatic Biogeochemistry Lab and High-Performance Computing Cluster. A scientific diving program, the Laguna Madre Field Station and a fleet of small boats are available to conduct field work in bays and the nearshore Gulf of Mexico.

Ample opportunities exist for collaboration with researchers from the Department of Physical and Environmental Science and the Department of Life Sciences, and other colleges within the university, as well as from the University’s strong portfolio of marine-oriented research institutions such as the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies (https://www.harte.org/), Center for Water Supply Studies (https://www.tamucc.edu/science/research/cwss/index.php), Center for Coastal Studies (http://ccs.tamucc.edu) and Conrad Blucher Institute (https://www.conradblucherinstitute.org/). Our unique location provides many opportunities for coastal and marine-related research including proximity to the Port of Corpus Christi and related industrial facilities, and to extensive bays and estuaries along the Gulf of Mexico, including the hypersaline Laguna Madre and barrier island habitats of the Padre Island National Seashore, and many of our faculty additionally conduct research worldwide in diverse systems.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science or closely related discipline. Advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.
A strong publication record in leading and high impact journals.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to build an active, externally funded research program.
Post-doctoral experience.
Demonstrated experience and innovative pedagogical approaches to teaching undergraduate and graduate students from various backgrounds.
Engagement in service activities to support institutional, professional society and community goals.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers

All requested documents must be uploaded to be considered for the position.

A completed application will include:

1. A cover letter describing experience and qualifications, including prior service activities

2. A curriculum vitae

3. A research statement including plans for funding support

4. A statement of teaching experience and plans for effective instruction, including any prior pedagogical training and professional development of teaching skills

5. A list of three professional references including names, titles, phone numbers and email addresses

The position will remain open until a finalist has been selected. Applicants are encouraged to apply by Thursday, August 31, 2023.

For questions, please contact: Dr. Jennifer Smith-Engle, Search Chair, Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Jennifer.Smith-Engle@tamucc.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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