Assistant Professor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Envir Sciences and Engineering - 463001

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Assistant Professor

Appointment Type:

Tenured/Tenure Track

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005349

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent on Qualifications

Proposed Start Date:

07/01/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The primary purpose of the organization is to promote human and ecological health for all by identifying, understanding, and solving pressing environmental challenges.

Position Summary:

The Gillings School of Global Public Health at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is recruiting three outstanding tenure-track faculty at the assistant professor rank to expand interdisciplinary programming in the environment. This recruitment strategy will bring innovative approaches to interdisciplinary research and education. Building on Carolina's existing strengths in the natural and social sciences, this cluster will propel the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to become a leader in global environmental research. These positions will make an important impact on the next generation of environmental engineering, science, and health professionals, specifically supporting our forward-thinking focus on promoting human and ecological health for all by identifying, understanding, and solving pressing environmental challenges. Strengthening this area of pedagogy is critical for maximizing our scholarship and research across ESE.

Successful candidates will work within the mission of ESE which is to promote human and ecological health for all by identifying, understanding, and solving pressing environmental challenges. As ESE and Gillings faculty, they will invigorate our department and the school, fostering innovation, collaboration, and impactful to improve environmental quality and environmental or human health.

The expectations for these positions include teaching courses within ESE, mentoring students, guiding postdoctoral research associates, conducting research, developing new research directions, and fostering collaborations within the Department, School, and the scientific community across the University.

We expect one or more of the hires to be focused on climate change or energy. Other notable areas of interest include, but are not limited to environmental chemistry, water engineering, data science, environmental microbiology, and industrial/occupational health. Faculty who focus on solution-oriented research to improve environmental quality and environmental or human health are of particular interest.

This position will be expected to provide leadership in undergraduate teaching and involvement of undergraduates in research through the classroom, individual research, or participation in PI-sponsored research. Additionally, the position will be required to teach 2 courses per year in alignment with our faculty workload policy and address student feedback on course-related challenges. Teaching opportunities could include both undergraduate- and graduate-level courses, including mentoring graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD in environmental chemistry, water resources engineering, data science, environmental microbiology, industrial/occupational health, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

In addition to candidates having earned a Ph.D. in a relevant field for the positions listed above, preferred candidates will also possess the following:

- Interest in and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds;
- Demonstrated commitment to improving access to research for underrepresented groups;
- Demonstrated capacity to stimulate interdisciplinary collaborations through research, teaching, and service.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

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