Assistant professor of earth and environmental sciences

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor with a specialization in data science, with an anticipated start date of July 1 2026. Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in Earth and Environmental Sciences or a closely related field by the date of employment.

Qualifications

Candidates working across disciplinary boundaries or in emerging areas of earth and environmental sciences are encouraged to apply. The individual hired will be expected to teach courses in data science as applied to earth and environmental sciences and contribute to the curriculum in Earth and Environmental Sciences at the graduate and undergraduate levels, establish an internationally recognized externally funded research program, participate in departmental, college, and university service, and contribute to inclusion efforts towards A Lehigh for Everyone.

Application Instructions

Lehigh’s Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences examines how the solid earth, oceans, atmosphere, and life interact to shape the world in which we live. Our research spans observational, experimental, theoretical, and numerical approaches, which we incorporate into field-based, experiential, multidisciplinary education. We seek to instill in our undergraduate and graduate students the skills needed to succeed in life, and this includes engagement with diverse perspectives and people. We also work to enhance earth-science literacy so that individuals and communities can make informed decisions about environmental and resource issues. More information about people and programs can be found at the EES department web pages at

Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation's highly ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for over 7,500 students. Lehigh University has some 5,800 undergraduates, 1,800 graduate students, and nearly 600 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA, a vibrant and historic area. Over 840,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia.

For full consideration, applications should be received by October 27, 2025. Applicants should submit their materials at Candidates should submit a cover letter indicating interest in the position and how their research expertise contributes to department strengths; a curriculum vitae; a statement of research that describes past scholarly contributions and future research directions; a statement about teaching that describes prior experience, teaching philosophy, and courses that the candidate would want to teach or develop; a statement on past experience enhancing the success of students of all backgrounds and future plans for Contributions to Lehigh’s Principles of Our Equitable Community (the Lehigh ADVANCE Center’s guide for understanding and preparing such statements is available here); and the names and contact information for three professional references. Any inquiries regarding this search should be directed to Prof. Joan Ramage, chair of the search committee, at [email protected].

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

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse academic community and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits, and supports faculty members’ work/life balance.