Assistant Professor, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Tulane University: Humanities & Sciences: School of Science and Engineering: Earth and Environmental Sciences

Location

New Orleans, LA

Open Date

Nov 03, 2025

Description

Tulane University, one of the nation’s premier research institutions, seeks a collaborative scholar to serve within the School of Science and Engineering as an assistant professor in the vibrant Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will be a recognized scholar who will enhance and augment the Solid Earth research team and contribute to our education and service missions. We seek a candidate whose research has applications in energy systems, including critical minerals for the energy transition, and who strengthens university-wide energy initiatives.

Founded in 1926 and renamed in 2003, the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is committed to developing, disseminating, and applying knowledge about the interconnected physical, chemical, and biological evolution of the Earth and other planetary bodies through evidence-informed teaching and training, and service and engagement with the broader community. We provide students with the knowledge and both independent and teamwork skills to become scientists, lifelong learners, and responsible citizens, and to apply new and existing knowledge to address challenges affecting human society and the environment. The Department offers bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD degrees. Our faculty work collaboratively across disciplines and programs at Tulane, fostering an environment of mutual support and innovation in research, teaching, and service. We value open communication, shared decision-making, and a culture of respect that empowers faculty, staff, and students to thrive.

The Department has strong ties to the Tulane Energy Institute, Bywater Institute, and Murphy Institute, and will be a leader in the university-wide Institute of Advanced Energy Studies, which is in development. This position aligns directly with the department’s vision for advancing research in emerging, societally relevant areas over the next 3–4 years, positioning Tulane at the forefront of efforts to integrate Earth and Environmental Sciences with sustainability and energy innovation. The Department’s focus on interdisciplinarity provides exceptional opportunities for collaboration across disciplines and supports the development of cutting-edge research and educational initiatives linking with the broader STEM fields.

Tulane University is a member of the prestigious American Association of Universities and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R1 (Very High Research Activity) and Community Engaged university. Tulane University offers a collaborative environment for interdisciplinary interactions, a strong public service theme, and a commitment to science as a major thrust of research, scholarship, and education.

The applicant, who will be mentored, will be expected to:

• Develop a cutting-edge research program
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate level
• Contribute to development and become a leader in the new Tulane Institute of Advanced Energy Studies
• Contribute to departmental and university service

Qualifications

• PhD: in Earth and Environmental Sciences or related field.
• Excellent record: of published research, external funding, and teaching commensurate with appointment as a tenure-track assistant professor.
• Strong communication: and interpersonal skills.
• Desired start date: July 1, 2026.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will be confidential. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with review beginning December 19, 2025. Candidates should upload the following materials to Interfolio:

• Letter of application
• CV
• Research statement including a vision for contributions to the Tulane Institute of Advanced Energy Studies program in development
• Teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for three references

Inquiries regarding the position are warmly welcomed and may be directed to:

Dr. Cynthia Ebinger: Search Committee Chair

Email: cebinger@tulane.edu

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.