Tenure-Track Environmental Chemistry & Contaminant Hydrology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for an assistant or associate professor in Environmental Chemistry and Contaminant Hydrology. The 9‑month, tenure‑track appointment emphasizes research (50%) and teaching (50%) focused on contaminant fate and transport in the critical zone, with a Nebraska/Great Plains orientation.

The ideal candidate will publish in peer‑reviewed journals, teach undergraduate environmental science courses such as Soils, Environment and Water Quality and Soils,

Qualifications

• PhD in environmental science, water science, environmental chemistry, natural resources or a directly related field by appointment.
• Demonstrated ability to publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Training and experience in environmental chemistry.
• Experience or interest in working in agriculturally dominated landscapes of Nebraska and the Great Plains.

Responsibilities

• Apply core physical science to advance understanding of contaminant fate and transport in the critical zone.
• Collaborate with Nebraska/region research teams and partner with centers like CRAWL and related divisions.
• Teach undergraduate courses within the Environmental Science degree; mentor students and develop workshops or digital badges.

Skills

Environmental Chemistry

Hydrology

Soil-Water Systems

Education

PhD in environmental science or related field

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for an assistant or associate professor in Environmental Chemistry and Contaminant Hydrology. The 9‑month, tenure‑track appointment emphasizes research (50%) and teaching (50%) focused on contaminant fate and transport in the critical zone, with a Nebraska/Great Plains orientation.

The ideal candidate will publish in peer‑reviewed journals, teach undergraduate environmental science courses such as Soils, Environment and Water Quality and Soils,