Assistant Professor - Environmental Geosciences

Job Title

Assistant Professor - Environmental Geosciences

Valdosta State University

Regular

Full-Time

293936

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission.

The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility – A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity – Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship – Every Blazer has an interest in the well‑being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

The Department of Chemistry and Geosciences seeks applicants for a tenure‑track faculty position beginning August 1, 2026. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate‑level courses, maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service to contribute to the department and broader university and surrounding communities.

The Department of Chemistry and Geosciences offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Geosciences with options in Geography, Geology, Environmental Sustainability, Environmental and Climate Sciences, Geospatial Technologies and Urban Planning, and Natural Hazards Management. The Environmental Geosciences program offers a student‑centered learning environment with emphasis on experiential learning. The department seeks a dynamic and innovative faculty member to join our interdisciplinary team.

For more information on the program visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience that describes how you will incorporate student‑centered, active learning, and/or inquiry‑based approaches to your teaching
• Statement of current and future research that describes research goals, projects that will engage undergraduate students, and anticipated equipment needs
• Transcripts (unofficial)
• Names and contact information for at least three professional references (including phone numbers and email addresses)

For full consideration completed applications must be submitted by February 23, 2026. For more information contact Dr. Toluwalope Salami, Interim Department Head of Chemistry and Geosciences, via email at tosalami.

Based on the recent Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H‑1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H‑1B visa petitions until further notice.

Teaching up to twelve contact hours per semester (Fall and Spring) at the undergraduate level in areas including, but…