Job Description

Job Description

The Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering (DGSE) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month contract tenure-track faculty position in the hydrologic sciences, broadly defined, which could include a combination of groundwater hydrology (hydrogeology), hydrogeophysics, aqueous geochemistry, geothermal applications, mining hydrology, surface water hydrology, hydraulic engineering and civil engineering that focus on interactions with the natural environment, or other related fields. The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.


Applicants must have a PhD at the time of appointment and demonstrate commitment to both undergraduate and graduate instruction as well as development and vision of an externally-funded program of research in their specialty. Given the pressing needs related to water that our society and Nevada currently face, we expect the hired faculty member will perform both basic and applied research. Building on strengths in field and lab-based teaching and research, the undergraduate and graduate programs offered by DGSE aim to train students to solve societally relevant problems from multi-disciplinary perspectives and to be technically proficient geoscientists for diverse industries. The applicant’s resume should reflect the ability to strengthen our department, which combines the geosciences and engineering and actively participates in the interdisciplinary Graduate Program of Hydrological Sciences.


Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Geological Sciences, Geological Engineering or a closely related field by May 30, 2027.


Compensation Grade

Assistant Professor



To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select (9-month contract) Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.



Perks of working at UNR

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Generous sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability – Faculty Benefits
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
No state income tax!