Assistant Professor Geology

Job Title
:
Assistant Professor Geology

Location
: UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary
:
Regular

Full/Part Time
:
Full-Time

Job : 295558

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres, UWG serves approximately 16,000+ students and offers more than 100 programs.

The university is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student‑centered business model, and is recognized by national rankings and the Carnegie Foundation for its commitment to community engagement and public service.

The Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Program invites applications for a full‑time (9‑month) tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in applied Structural Geology, set to begin on August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will teach introductory geology courses and laboratories, upper‑division courses in structural geology, and conduct applied research. The role requires a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and field‑oriented research.

• Teaching undergraduate introductory geology lecture and laboratory courses, and upper‑division courses in Structural Geology, Engineering Geology, and/or Economic Geology in various modalities including online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face.
• Establishing an independent research program that results in peer‑reviewed publications while actively pursuing extramural funding.
• Mentoring undergraduate students in independent research projects in structural geology, engineering geology, geologic mapping, or related applied areas.
• Contributing to service activities within the program, college, university, and/or professional community.

• Education
  :
  Ph.D. in Structural Geology or a closely related field by the start date.
• Experience
  :
  • Demonstrated commitment to high‑quality undergraduate teaching.
  • Evidence of ongoing scholarly engagement, such as peer‑reviewed publications or conference proceedings appropriate to the candidate’s career stage.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage undergraduate students in research and experiential or field‑based learning.

• Ability to teach upper‑division courses in Engineering Geology and/or Economic Geology, or Hydrogeology.
• Evidence of collaboration with industry partners in applied structural/engineering geology.
• Professional Geologist (PG) licensure in the state of Georgia, or demonstrated interest in obtaining licensure.
• Demonstrated interest in preparing students for professional careers, including preparation for the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination.

• Knowledge of Physical Geology, Structural Geology, and Engineering Geology.
• Skills in geologic mapping, GIS software, field work, and effective communication.
• Ability to teach structural geology to undergraduate students.

Work normally performed in a typical interior work environment; lifting up to 15 lbs.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, confirmation of credentials and employment history, reference checks, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are made subject to applicable federal and state laws and to the policies and bylaws of the University System of Georgia.

The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution, and an affirmative action institution. It recruits, hires, trains, promotes, and educates persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student‑centered community. Institutional values include Achievement, Caring, Collaboration, Inclusiveness, Innovation, Integrity, Sustainability, and Wisdom.

UWG offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, dental, vision plans, wellness programs, robust retirement options, tuition assistance, paid holidays, and various employee assistance and discount programs.