The University of North Carolina
Assistant Professor, Environmental Science
The University of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
A letter of application that addresses research goals, teaching philosophy, and relevant experience working with graduate students and/or in realms outside of academia.
Examples of scholarly work.
Examples of teaching effectiveness (if applicable).
Contact information for three references.
Position Information
Position Number
Position Number 1541
Functional Title
Position Type
Position Eclass
Position Eclass FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability ( GES ) currently offers B.A., B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and houses the interdisciplinary Environment & Sustainability Program. Information on the Department’s faculty, degrees, programs, concentrations, and facilities can be found at
https://ges.uncg.edu . UNCG is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Doctoral Research University with Higher Research Activity.
Position Summary
The Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro ( UNCG ) invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor
position in
Environmental Science
with an emphasis in hydrology and water resources, inclusive of ecohydrology and river science, to begin August 1, 2026. Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
We seek a dynamic scholar‑teacher to build on existing departmental strengths in physical geography, planning, GIScience, and sustainability. We are interested in candidates with high potential to develop an externally funded research program and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
The candidate will teach courses in hydrology and water resources, plus one or more courses in physical geography, environmental science, environmental planning and policy, and sustainability. Strong skills and experience using geographic information systems ( GIS ) in research are highly desirable. The ability to work interdisciplinarily with other departments and programs will be viewed favorably.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
A letter of application that addresses research goals, teaching philosophy, and relevant experience working with graduate students and/or in realms outside of academia.
Examples of scholarly work.
Examples of teaching effectiveness (if applicable).
Contact information for three references.
Recruitment Range
Recruitment Range Competitive
Org #-Department
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 12/17/2025
For Best Consideration Date
For Best Consideration Date 01/26/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
FTE
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment
Type of Appointment Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
Number of Months per Year 9
FLSA
ADA Checklist "R" for Rare (0-30%),"O" for Occasional (30-60%),"F" for Frequent (60-90%),"C" for Constant (90-100%).
Physical Effort
Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - F, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References
Other Documents
Optional Documents
Other Documents 2
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
UNCGjobsearch Website
Greensboro News & Record
Carolina Peacemaker
Other Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed
Other Professional Journal
NCWorks.gov
UNC System Job Board
Other Online Job Board
Personal Networking
Other
* If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here. (Open Ended Question)
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
Yes
No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
Yes
No
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A letter of application that addresses research goals, teaching philosophy, and relevant experience working with graduate students and/or in realms outside of academia.
Examples of scholarly work.
Examples of teaching effectiveness (if applicable).
Contact information for three references.
Position Information
Position Number
Position Number 1541
Functional Title
Position Type
Position Eclass
Position Eclass FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability ( GES ) currently offers B.A., B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and houses the interdisciplinary Environment & Sustainability Program. Information on the Department’s faculty, degrees, programs, concentrations, and facilities can be found at
https://ges.uncg.edu . UNCG is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Doctoral Research University with Higher Research Activity.
Position Summary
The Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro ( UNCG ) invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor
position in
Environmental Science
with an emphasis in hydrology and water resources, inclusive of ecohydrology and river science, to begin August 1, 2026. Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
We seek a dynamic scholar‑teacher to build on existing departmental strengths in physical geography, planning, GIScience, and sustainability. We are interested in candidates with high potential to develop an externally funded research program and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
The candidate will teach courses in hydrology and water resources, plus one or more courses in physical geography, environmental science, environmental planning and policy, and sustainability. Strong skills and experience using geographic information systems ( GIS ) in research are highly desirable. The ability to work interdisciplinarily with other departments and programs will be viewed favorably.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
A letter of application that addresses research goals, teaching philosophy, and relevant experience working with graduate students and/or in realms outside of academia.
Examples of scholarly work.
Examples of teaching effectiveness (if applicable).
Contact information for three references.
Recruitment Range
Recruitment Range Competitive
Org #-Department
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 12/17/2025
For Best Consideration Date
For Best Consideration Date 01/26/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
FTE
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment
Type of Appointment Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
Number of Months per Year 9
FLSA
ADA Checklist "R" for Rare (0-30%),"O" for Occasional (30-60%),"F" for Frequent (60-90%),"C" for Constant (90-100%).
Physical Effort
Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - F, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References
Other Documents
Optional Documents
Other Documents 2
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
UNCGjobsearch Website
Greensboro News & Record
Carolina Peacemaker
Other Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed
Other Professional Journal
NCWorks.gov
UNC System Job Board
Other Online Job Board
Personal Networking
Other
* If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here. (Open Ended Question)
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
Yes
No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
Yes
No
#J-18808-Ljbffr