Assistant Professor - Geology/Environmental Geophysics

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is seeking an Assistant Professor in Geology/Environmental Geophysics for a full-time, tenure-track position starting August 18, 2025. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, conducting research, and supervising student research. Candidates should have a PhD in Geology or a related field and demonstrate potential for funded research. Applications are due by January 15, 2025, for full consideration.
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Job Title

Assistant Professor - Geology/Environmental Geophysics

Department

Geography/Geology

Essential Functions

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Department of Geography and
Geology (along with Environmental Studies) invites applications for
an Assistant Professor of Geology with research interests in the
field of environmental geophysics broadly considered. This is a
full-time, benefits-eligible, tenure-track position starting August
18, 2025. We are especially interested in applicants who can build
on departmental expertise in critical zone science,
groundwater/surface water interactions, and climatology. In
addition, we seek applicants with a passion for undergraduate
teaching and research; typically, the successful candidate will
have a three course per semester equivalent teaching load (75%),
with a 25% research assignment. The candidate will be responsible
for teaching Structural Geology, Geophysics, Introductory Geology
courses and other upper division courses in their area of expertise
to support the Geology and interdisciplinary Environmental Science
undergraduate curricula. We seek candidates who will conduct
research collaboratively both inside and external to UNO, as well
as supervise undergraduate student research. An interest in
pedagogic research is welcome and would complement existing
university strengths in STEM education and community
engagement.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race,
color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual
orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic
information, veteran status, marital status and/or political
affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is an
AA/ EEO / ADA institution. For questions, accommodations or
assistance, please call/contact the HR Specialist at
402.554.2463.

Additional Duties

Required Qualifications

PhD in Geology, or closely related field. ABD candidates will be
considered, however, must have degree in hand prior to July 18,
2025.

Preferred Qualifications

The candidate must demonstrate a potential for funded research and
publication commensurate with a faculty position.

Posting Number

2024F-00159

Special Instructions to Applicants

Important Application Instructions:

Please submit the following application materials:

1. Cover letter

2. CV

3. Unofficial transcript

4. Statement of research goals

5. Statement of teaching experience/interests

6. Evidence of teaching effectiveness

7. Contact information for three references (letters will only be
solicited for finalists)

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025 and will
continue until the position is filled. To ensure full
consideration, please apply by the review date. Applications
received after the review date may be considered. For questions
about the position, please contact Dr. Ashlee Dere,
adere@unomaha.edu; 402-554-3317.