Posting Information
| Position Title | Assistant Professor of Water Resources |
|---|---|
| Job Posting Number | 2026046TTL |
| Job Location | San Marcos |
| Department | Department of Geography and Environmental Studies |
| Position Description | The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Texas State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a focus in Water Resources to begin Fall 2026. We seek an individual with exceptional potential as a scholar and teacher. The position includes maintaining an active research agenda, teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels, advising Masters and PhD students, and participating in departmental service activities. |
| Required Qualifications | A PhD degree in Geography, Environmental Studies, Geosciences, or a related field by the time of appointment.A demonstrated record of peer-reviewed scholarship.Demonstrated or potential ability to develop a strong research agenda.Demonstrated experience or capacity to teach courses including Water Resources, Applied Water Resources, and River Basin Management as well as other appropriate courses at undergraduate and graduate levels. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Research interests in applied water resources that uses advanced technology, field methods, and/or modeling approaches.A demonstrated record of securing external research funding in water resources.Demonstrated ability to advise graduate students.Demonstrated or potential ability to teach Water Policy or Water Resources Planning. |
| Application Procedures | To be considered in the initial pool of candidates, complete applications must be received no later than December 1, 2025. Complete applications received after this date will only be considered if no viable candidates are identified and hired from the initial pool. This position will remain open until filled. All positions are subject to availability of funds. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54436.A complete application must include the materials listed below:A cover letter outlining the applicant’s research credentials, plan for extramural funding, teaching experience, and career goals that meets the required and preferred qualifications as stated above.An up-to-date curriculum vitae.Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).One sample of published scholarship with a focus in water resources.Reports of teaching evaluations (if available).Names and contact information for three reference letters. References will be contacted for applicants that advance past the initial application review.For inquiries, please email Dr. Jason Julian, chair of the Search Committee, at jason.julian@txstate.edu . Please indicate “Water Resources Position” in the subject line of all correspondence.The Department of Geography at Texas State University (https://www.geo.txstate.edu/) has 35 full-time faculty members, around 470 undergraduate majors in BA and BS programs and over 150 graduate students in our Master of Science (MS), Master of Applied Geography (MAG), and PhD programs in geography, geographic education, and geographic information science. The Department of Geography is part of the College of Liberal Arts. To learn more about the department, please visit: https://www.geo.txstate.edu. |
| Proposed Start Date | 08/16/2026 |
| Posting Date | 09/30/2025 |
| Review Date | 12/01/2025 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled? | Yes |
| Legal Notices | Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements. |
| Reasonable Accommodation | If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible. |
| Record Checks and Verifications | Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. |
| Eligibility for Employment | Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. |
| Why Work at Texas State? | Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions. |
| Quick Link | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54436 |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
- List of References
- Samples of Scholarly Work/Research
Optional Documents
- DD 214/DD1300
- Veteran’s Preference
- Evidence of Teaching Experience/Evaluations
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *Â Do you have, or will you have, a PhD in Geography or a related field with specialization in Environmental Studies by the time of appointment?
- Yes
- No
