Assistant Professor — Environmental Planning & Policy

The California State University; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly Humboldt invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Environmental Planning and Policy in the Department of Environmental Science and Management. Starting Fall 2027, the candidate will contribute to teaching and research with emphasis on planning, policy, and public lands management.

The position is at Assistant Professor rank with salary range and starting pay commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Earned PhD, JD, or equivalent in environmental planning, environmental policy, urban/regional planning, or related field by appointment date.
• Excellence in university-level teaching and student-centered learning.
• Evidence of research in environmental planning and policy and peer‑reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to environmental planning and policy (e.g., Local Government Planning, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Analysis).
• Develop and sustain a strong research program with student involvement.
• Advise students and participate in service and campus duties.
• Demonstrate commitment to equity and working with diverse student populations.

Skills

Environmental planning

Policy

Teaching excellence

Research publication

Diversity & equity

Education

PhD/JD or equivalent

Job description

Cal Poly Humboldt invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Environmental Planning and Policy in the Department of Environmental Science and Management. Starting Fall 2027, the candidate will contribute to teaching and research with emphasis on planning, policy, and public lands management.

The position is at Assistant Professor rank with salary range and starting pay commensurate with qualifications.