Job Description

The School of Geosciences (SGS) at the University of South Florida Tampa campus seeks to fill a 9 month, full-time and tenure-earning, Assistant Professor position with a specialization in Water Science. Candidates with a focus on water quality in Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East are especially encouraged to apply, though any specialty will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, mentor graduate students, and teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Environmental Science and Policy (ESP). The successful candidate’s area of specialty will complement existing School strengths in ESP, Geography, and Geology, such as wetland environments, water policy and management, hydrology, and global conservation.
Salary is negotiable.
Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Environmental Science or related field is required. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by appointment start date. The successful candidate must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants whose research and teaching incorporates the human-environmental nexus of water science.
The start date of this position will be August 7th, 2026.
To apply, please visit http://employment.usf.edu and attach, in a single PDF: cover letter briefly describing research and teaching interests, CV, detailed research statement, and contact information for three references. The deadline for applications is November 30th 2025. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Philip van Beynen at [email protected]
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu. For disability accommodations, contact Lori VanHelden at [email protected].
Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. For disability accommodations, contact (Lori VanHelden) at (813-974-0640/[email protected]), a minimum of five working days in advance.