Tenure-Track Coastal Geotechnical Professor

University of New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU New Orleans seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Coastal/Geotechnical to begin spring 2027. The candidate will teach courses in fluvial geomorphology, coastal engineering, sedimentology, and environmental hydraulics while developing an independent research program and seeking extramural funding.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Geoscience, Marine Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field and demonstrate ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in Geoscience, Marine Science, Civil or Coastal Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Research experience in coastal Louisiana preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in fluvial geomorphology, coastal engineering, sedimentology, and environmental hydraulics.
• Develop an independent research program and seek extramural funding.
• Collaborate with faculty across LSU New Orleans and university partners (e.g., PIES).

Skills

Teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research development

Course development

Education

Ph.D. in Geoscience / Marine Science / Civil Engineering / Coastal Engineering or related field

Tools

Numerical modeling

Job description

LSU New Orleans seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Coastal/Geotechnical to begin spring 2027. The candidate will teach courses in fluvial geomorphology, coastal engineering, sedimentology, and environmental hydraulics while developing an independent research program and seeking extramural funding.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Geoscience, Marine Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field and demonstrate ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students.