Asst Prof, Geology
usc aiken collegedivision levelAiken (SC)
About the role
Assistant Professor of Geology The Department of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences at the University of South Carolina Aiken invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Geology, with an expected start date of August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will join a growing Environmental Earth Systems (B.S.) program committed to excellence in undergraduate education through classroom, laboratory, field, and research experiences. We seek a colleague with expertise in groundwater science, hydrogeology, or a closely related area of water science, and demonstrated experience applying Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to environmental or water resource questions. Teaching responsibilities include introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses in geology, hydrology, GIS, or related areas, consistent with departmental needs and the successful candidate's expertise. The standard teaching load is 12 contact hours per semester. Additional responsibilities include advising undergraduate students, maintaining an active scholarly program that involves undergraduate researchers, participating in curriculum development, and contributing to departmental, university, and professional service. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field by the start date of employment; ABD will be considered with degree conferred by the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate experience with GIS or other geospatial technologies, show potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching, and demonstrate the ability to develop an active scholarly program that engages undergraduate students. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching undergraduate courses in environmental science, hydrology, and/or GIS; expertise in groundwater modeling, watershed science, contaminant hydrogeology, surface water–groundwater interactions, water quality, or environmental geochemistry; demonstrated success mentoring undergraduate research; and postdoctoral or other relevant professional experience.
Application Deadline:
November 1, 2026. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online and upload the following with their application: a cover letter, a current CV, a teaching philosophy, research statement, unofficial graduate transcripts, and full contact information for three professional references. Finalists will be required to provide official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as well as three letters of recommendation. Search related questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Kelly Gibson at kellygi@usca.edu.
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