Department of Geological Sciences Assistant Professor
About the role
The Department of Geological Sciences at California State University, San Bernardino invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2027. The position is open to Engineering Geologists or Applied Geoscientists, with strong preference given to candidates with industry or government experience in applied geosciences, who can mentor our students in pursuing professional licensure.
Responsibilities
- Teach Engineering Geology; a course in their area of expertise such as site investigation or advanced field geology; general education courses such as environmental geology; and other courses as needed.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. in hand by time of appointment.
- Sufficient experience to teach Engineering Geology.
- Experience with or potential to mentor students in a viable research program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong preference will be given to candidates with industry or government experience in applied geosciences, who can mentor our students in pursuing professional licensure.
Special Conditions
- The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
- Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB.
About the Department
The Department of Geological Sciences offers B.A., B.S., and M.S. degrees, has six full-time faculty members with a variety of research interests, and is located in one of the most geologically rich and diverse regions of North America. CSUSB is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution; applicants with a commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student population are strongly encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
To find out more about the Department of Geological Sciences please visit: https://www.csusb.edu/geology. For More Information Regarding The Position, Please Contact Recruitment Chair Dr. Codi Lazar at clazar@csusb.edu.