Assistant Professor in Water Resources

Position Title: Assistant Professor in Water Resources

Department: 2760|School of Geosciences

Responsibilities:
The School of Geosciences at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in
the School of Geosciences, beginning August 2026.
We
broadly encourage applications from scientists aiming to engage
undergraduate and graduate students in solving environmental challenges
through advancement of knowledge in the areas of watershed science,
groundwater, surface water, or water quality. Emphasis is for a
scientist that will be able to leverage our state's distinctive natural
environment in their teaching and research. Our location provides an
ideal laboratory for study of environmental challenges related to
natural and anthropogenic activities, and welcome candidates that can
leverage this towards rewarding field-based teaching and research
opportunities for our students.
The successful hire for
this position must be capable of building a strong, externally funded
research program; teach courses in groundwater, water quality, watershed
science, and related geoscience topics; develop and lead practical,
hands-on learning and research opportunities for students; engage at the
school, college, university, community, and professional levels; and be
committed to working effectively in interdisciplinary teams, including
our interdisciplinary Earth and Energy Sciences PhD Program.

Qualifications:
The successful applicant must have a PhD (post-doctoral experience is
preferred) in Geosciences, Environmental Science, Earth Science,
Geology, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, or a closely related discipline, and
demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, and student
mentorship.

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