Assistant Professor — Environmental GIS & Sustainability

University of St. Thomas (MN); Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision

Parental leave

Job summary

University of St. Thomas invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, GIS, or related field beginning Fall 2027.

The candidate will teach GIS and geospatial courses, advise students, and contribute to interdisciplinary programs with a focus on undergrad research and community engagement. The appointment includes a six-course/year teaching load with potential research reallocation to mentor undergraduates and

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field; ABD candidates near completion considered with instructor appointment.
• Interdisciplinary environmental scholar with capacity for geospatial analysis and teaching.
• Commitment to undergraduate research and community-engaged learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and advanced GIS and geospatial analysis courses.
• Advise undergraduate students and mentor research projects.
• Contribute to department and university initiatives and service.

Education

PhD in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Sustainability, Natural Resources or related field

Tools

GIS

Remote sensing

Spatial modeling

Environmental informatics

Job description

University of St. Thomas invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, GIS, or related field beginning Fall 2027.

The candidate will teach GIS and geospatial courses, advise students, and contribute to interdisciplinary programs with a focus on undergrad research and community engagement. The appointment includes a six-course/year teaching load with potential research reallocation to mentor undergraduates and