Assistant Professor

Position Information

Position Information

Position Number

677040

Working Title

Assistant Professor

Job Title

Assistant Professor

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Environmental Studies Udrgrd

Job Purpose

Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the School of Environmental Studies (SOES) in the area of Environmental Spatial Analysis, with expertise in one or more subdisciplines such as remote sensing, species distribution modeling, watershed management, or landscape ecological dynamics. The ideal candidate will have experience in public stakeholder engagement or community-driven conservation in domestic or international locations. The SOES offers three degree programs: a Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Studies with seven concentrations, a Professional Science Master's with three concentrations, and a PhD in Environmental Sciences with five concentrations. The Assistant Professor will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of expertise, maintain a vibrant research program involving graduate students, and provide service for university, community, and professional organizations. The anticipated teaching load for this position will be 3-4 courses per academic year. The research load will be approximately 50% of the workload, with expectations of acquiring external funding to support an active research program and advise graduate students.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Essential Functions

Teach courses in area of disciplinary expertise at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including instruction in a variety of delivery formats (e.g., in-person, hybrid, or online). Participate with other faculty in course and curriculum development. Maintain an externally funded research program and publish research findings in peer-reviewed outlets. Advise graduate student thesis and dissertation projects. Support and enhance student success at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Serve on college and university committees, participate in alumni and community events, and remain active in professional organizations and service. Co-coordinate an external advisory board for the Professional Science Master's degree program, which has concentrations in Environmental Informatics, Environmental Science, and Environmental Sustainability.

Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in an environmentally related discipline. Previous college or university teaching experience as the instructor of record. Evidence of grant-writing experience and strong potential to develop an externally funded research program. Recent publication of research findings in peer-reviewed outlets such as journals, books, or conference proceedings.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous university teaching experience in environmental spatial analysis such as remote sensing or applications of GIS. Previous experience mentoring student research projects. Leadership experience in field-based learning or international study programs.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience. Full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position to begin August 1, 2026.

Benefits Information

Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.

Posting Details

Posting Date

11/17/2025

Screening Date

01/16/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants will be required to electronically upload a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) research plan, (5) copies of transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and (6) email contact information for three professional references who will only be contacted to provide a reference letter if the candidate is selected for interview. Initial review of applications will begin January 16, 2026; position open until filled. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered.