Professor of Environmental (Assistant/Associate/Full) Science (

Furman University; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Furman University in Greenville, SC invites applications for a tenure-track Professor of Environmental Science (Assistant/Associate/Full) beginning Aug 1, 2027.

We seek candidates focusing on climate change with expertise in biogeochemical flows, critical zone science, or climate science. The app will mentor undergraduates and contribute to interdisciplinary programs. Teaching includes four courses per year with labs and involvement in senior thesis projects.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in environmental science, climate science, or related field by August 1, 2027.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and potential for excellence in research and mentorship.
• Ability to mentor undergraduate researchers and collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per year (two per semester) with lab sections.
• Develop courses in area of expertise and teach 100-level introductory science courses.
• Advise majors and participate in department and university service.
• Maintain an active undergraduate research program and senior thesis mentorship.
• Collaborate across interdisciplinary programs and institutes at Furman.

Skills

Mentorship of undergraduates

Climate change expertise

Interdisciplinary teaching

Education

Ph.D. in environmental/climate science or related field

Job description

Professor of Environmental Science (Assistant/Associate/Full)

The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Sustainability Sciences (EESS) at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Environmental Science, expected to begin August 1, 2027. We seek candidates whose work engages with climate change, and who bring expertise in areas such as biogeochemical flows, critical zone science, climate science, or closely related fields. Successful candidates will demonstrate either an established track record of mentoring undergraduate researchers or a strong potential to do so.

Job Duties

We invite candidates with expertise in climate change who can teach general climate science to students across our interdisciplinary majors and pathways (Earth Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability Science) as well as advanced courses related to their expertise. Areas of specialization may include biogeochemical flows, critical zone science, climate science, or other related fields.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary department dedicated to student mentorship and undergraduate research. The teaching load is four courses per year (two per semester), each with lab sections. The candidate will be expected to develop courses in their area of expertise, teach 100-level introductory science courses, and they may contribute to other programs, including First Year Writing Seminars, Furman’s Pathways advising program, and May Experience study away courses. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda that creates meaningful opportunities for undergraduate student involvement and supports our senior thesis program. All faculty also advise majors within the department and participate in department and university service.

The EESS department is housed inside the Charles H. Townes Science Center and features state-of-the-art laboratories for watershed science, biogeochemistry, geospatial sciences, geology, and hydrogeology. We welcome applicants interested in collaborating within our interdisciplinary department, which includes physical and life scientists as well as qualitative and quantitative social scientists. We also encourage collaboration across the university, including with Environmental Conservation Biology and the Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities.

Minimum Job Requirements

A Ph.D. in environmental science, climate science, or a related field is required by August 1, 2027. Qualified candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching as well as potential for excellence in research and mentorship.

Furman University is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community through excellence in teaching, mentorship, and programming. We believe that cultural understanding, inclusiveness, and freedom of inquiry, thought, and discourse are essential components of a transformative undergraduate education.

We advance these ideals with a liberal arts and sciences curriculum built on a substantial general education program, featuring traditional and innovative elements, and a robust portfolio of disciplinary and interdisciplinary major and minor areas of study. Additionally, we have established and continue to develop various initiatives, including historic projects, dialogue programs such as On Discourse and the Intergroup Dialogues Program, the Center for Interpersonal Connections, and four distinctive external-facing institutes.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to Furman’s commitment to expanding access and opportunity to Furman’s rich learning culture.