Assistant Professor: Environmental & Natural Resources Policy

Utah State University

Logan (OH)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Utah State University in Logan, Utah, invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Environmental and Natural Resources Policy. The nine-month, tenure-track role emphasizes 50% research, 40% teaching/advising, and 10% service, starting August 2027.

Candidates should connect science with policy in areas like land use, climate, water, or wildlife, and support diverse communities. The successful candidate will lead research, teach across environmental studies and related fields,

Qualifications

PhD or JD with relevant policy background.
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Demonstrated link between research and policy impact.
Experience with policy research methods.
Publication record consistent with career stage.
Ability to secure external funding.
Collaboration with natural and social scientists.
Community-engaged research interest.
Experience teaching and mentoring.
Experience with virtual/online delivery.

Responsibilities

Lead a research program on environmental and natural resources policy.
Teach courses in environmental studies, environmental science and sustainability, geography, and recreation resource management.
Contribute to other curricular areas as needed.
Advise undergraduate researchers and graduate students.
Engage with community and integrate outreach as part of the mission.
Participate in faculty duties on campus and professional involvement off campus.