Job Description

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.

• Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.

• Provides services to the university and the profession.

• Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked faculty members within the department.

• When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates for tenure.

• May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.

• May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.

• May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.

• May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.

• May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.

• Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.

• Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.

• Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

Physical Demands Required Education

Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.

Required Experience and Training

The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities.

Preferred Qualifications Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Other Specifications

The Department of Environmental and Geospatial Sciences in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture at Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Ecohydrology, a nine-month tenure track position.


Teaching excellence is a fundamental goal of the environmental science program and the university, and the incumbent is expected to develop a rigorous environmental science and hydrology teaching program. Teaching responsibilities will depend on the incumbent’s expertise and interests. Possible undergraduate courses are Introduction to Environmental Science, Forest Hydrology, Environmental Hydrology, Water Resource Management, and Risk Management. Possible graduate courses include Environmental Risk Assessment, Advanced Forest Hydrology, and Advanced Environmental Hydrology. In addition, the incumbent will develop a successful research program in ecohydrology, publish research results in peer-reviewed journals, and recruit and supervise graduate students in this research area. .


The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. degree in environmental science, forestry, hydrology, ecology, or a closely related field. Research or practical experience in hydrology is preferred.

Required Background Check Yes Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F2025-011

Candidates Eligible to Apply

Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

04/07/2025

Review Start Date

05/01/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit the following documents:

• a letter of application which includes a listing of courses which the applicant feels qualified to teach and a statement of research interests;
• curriculum vita;
• statement of teaching philosophy;
• unofficial transcripts;
• a list of three professional references including email addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses.
  

If selected for an interview, candidates will be required to submit official transcripts.

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Contact Information

Department

Environmental Science

Contact Name

Sheryll Jerez

Contact Phone

(936) 468-6614

Contact Email

[email protected]

Contact Information

Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you currently have, or will you have by date of appointment, a terminal degree in the field in which you will be teaching?
  • Yes
  • No

• * State your doctoral degree, discipline, year, institution.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching Philosophy

• Transcript(s)

• List of References

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Internship,

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