Assistant Professor in Geochemistry
The School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (SEES) invites applications for a tenure-track Geochemistry faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2026 with expertise in Low-Temperature and/or Environmental Geochemistry. A Ph.D. in Geology or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment. The successful applicant will teach introductory geology general education courses, undergraduate and graduate courses in Geochemistry and the selected candidate’s area of expertise, as well as lead geology field trips. Candidates who can teach upper-level courses in more than one subdiscipline of geology are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates are expected to develop an active, externally funded research program and mentor graduate and undergraduate students. The ideal candidate will complement current SEES strengths, support Geology majors, and develop collaborations both within SEES and with other programs across the college and University. We seek forward-thinking colleagues to help us expand our collaboration on vital areas of research and deliver exciting and relevant programs aimed at training the next generation of scientists.
The School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability comprises 20 full-time faculty members, including 18 ranked faculty members, with a diverse range of expertise and interests across its disciplines (https://geosciences.missouristate.edu). Eight faculty members support the Geology program. The school is primarily located in Blunt Hall, which is being upgraded with state-of-the-art laboratory and teaching spaces. On campus, analytical instrumentation includes ICP-MS, XRD, and SEM facilities. The department offers undergraduate degrees in four majors: Geography and Sustainability, Geology, Community and Regional Planning, and Geospatial Science; a master's degree in Geography and Geology; and various certificate programs. It also participates in interdisciplinary graduate programs in Applied Science and Environmental Management. Additionally, the department houses the Center for Resource Planning and Management (CRPM) and the Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institutes (OEWRI).
Missouri State University is a public university system with an enrollment of over 26,000 students from every state in the US and from around the world. The main campus is in Springfield, Missouri, and through 6 colleges, we offer 100+ bachelor’s degrees and nearly 70 graduate programs, including master’s and doctoral degrees. MSU is an urban campus situated near the vibrant downtown of Springfield, Missouri, located in the heart of a metro area of nearly half a million people. Springfield boasts 900+ restaurants, two nationally recognized health systems, great schools, an average commute of 22 minutes, and is ranked among the 100 best communities in the US for young people. Great dining, sports, arts, and culture are all within walking distance of campus. Springfield has an abundance of character and friendliness and is a great place to build your career, grow a family, afford the home you have always wanted, simplify your commute, and enrich your life amid our natural Ozarks beauty. See what Springfield has to offer at https://www.LiveInSpringfieldMO.com.
Qualified applicants should apply online at https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/83379. Applicants must upload the following documents: (i) a current curriculum vitae, (ii) a cover letter of no more than two pages which addresses teaching and research qualifications/interests, (iii) a statement on teaching philosophy, (iv) a research statement, (v) unofficial transcripts, and (vi) contact information for three professional references. The evaluation of applications will begin on November 3rd, 2025, and will continue until a successful candidate is found. Employment will require a criminal background check at the University's Expense. Position inquiries may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Melida Gutierrez, at [email protected].
Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Applicants must upload the following documents: (i) a current curriculum vitae, (ii) a cover letter of no more than two pages which addresses teaching and research qualifications/interests, (iii) a statement on teaching philosophy, (iv) a research statement, (v) unofficial transcripts, and (vi) contact information for three professional references.
