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Assistant Professor of Geology and Environmental Science

2 months ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States University of Pittsburgh Full time


Assistant Professor in Hydrology & Water Sustainability

University of Pittsburgh, Department of Geology and Environmental Science

Department of Geology and Environmental Science

University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (United States)

The Department of Geology and Environmental Science ) at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in hydrology and water sustainability. Given the recent and expected environmental change that impacts water quality and its presence, the Department seeks a hydrologist to develop the capacity to understand these issues of regional, national, and global importance. We seek a colleague with expertise in identifying and modeling hydrologic change (e.g., human-, climatic-, or planetary-driven shifts) and an interest in solutions to water challenges. Our goal is to hire a colleague who uses a combination of quantitative field-based measurements, data-driven modeling, or remote sensing to better understand water-climate-human interactions. Specific areas of interest include but are not limited to surface water hydrology, groundwater hydrology, the interacting roles of climate variability and land use change on hydrologic processes, physical models of ecohydrologic processes from the plot to the global scale, as well as volcanic and planetary hydrology.

The successful candidate will complement existing research clusters and establish an externally funded, internationally recognized research program that complements existing strengths in the Department. Strong collaborative opportunities exist across the University, including the nationally awarded Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory - a faculty-led group that drives knowledge co-production among local, regional, and national governments, non-profits, and community groups with a mission of finding sustainable research-based solutions to water challenges, the Climate and Global Change Center ), the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation ), and the emerging Pitt Space Initiative. Other research areas in the Department include environmental biogeochemistry, surface processes, geophysics, volcanology, planetary science, and more. Teaching duties include undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate's area of expertise. The department offers a B.S. degree in Environmental Science, a B.S. degree in Geology, a B.A. degree in Environmental Studies, a Geology Minor, a GIS certificate program, a professional M.S. in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) & Remote Sensing, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Geology and Environmental Science. The Department is a highly interactive community dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students. We offer low teaching loads and highly competitive start-up, compensation, and benefits packages.

Interested candidates can apply online at To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by October 1, 2024. However, applications will be accepted for the duration of the search until the position is filled. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment, with the position scheduled to begin in Fall 2025, pending budgetary approval. Please direct questions to

Applications should include: 1) a one-page cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae (CV); 3) a teaching statement of less than two pages, 4) a statement explaining their research accomplishments and future plans of less than three pages, and 4) a one-page description of how your scholarly activities (research, teaching, mentorship, service) demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion; 5) copies of three relevant publications, 6) names and contact information of four references (no letters should be submitted at this stage of the search).

The University of Pittsburgh is a thriving research institution and the twelfth-largest recipient of federally sponsored research funding among U.S. universities, with world-class laboratory facilities and over $1.16 billion in annual research and development expenditures. Located in an urban setting, the University campus offers easy access to potential research, teaching, and outreach venues, including the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, the Carnegie Science Center, the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers, several urban watersheds, and proximity to long-term experimental catchments (Fernow, West Virginia), Carnegie Mellon University, and Astrobotic Technology. Pittsburgh ranks high on livability because it boasts a low cost of living, a stunning cityscape, and is home to several world-class museums and a thriving arts and food scene ). The city is located within a short drive of the Great Lakes and the rolling hills and forests of the Laurel Highlands and Allegheny Mountains.

University of Pittsburgh faculty receive a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement savings/pension plans; and tuition scholarships for dependents. Details are available at:

In addition to the cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching statement please submit the following with your application:

  • Research statement
  • Diversity statement
  • Copies of three (3) relevant publications
  • Names and contact information of four (4) references

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



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