Job Tag: Science/Engineering

The Department of Earth and Environmental Science at Temple University (https://cst.temple.edu/ees) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Hydrology, within the College of Science and Technology, to begin July 1, 2026. We seek an outstanding scholar and teacher who will contribute to our mission of academic excellence, innovative research, and inclusive education.

The successful candidate will develop a highly creative, externally funded research program, mentor a diverse cohort of graduate and undergraduate students, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in geology / environmental science. Collaboration among faculty is strongly encouraged to leverage the department’s established expertise in hydrogeology, human-environment interactions, surface processes and sedimentary systems, energy, environmental and polar geophysics, climate science and oceanography, geochemistry, and planetary geology.

Responsibilities

· Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in groundwater hydrology.

· Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed venues.

· Seek external funding to support research activities.

· Mentor and advise students from different backgrounds.

· Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.

Qualifications

Required:

· Ph.D. in Geology, Earth sciences or a related field, completed by start date.

· Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship.

· Commitment to creating inclusive and accessible spaces for all students

Preferred:

· The specialization within hydrology is flexible. Teaching experience or potential in groundwater hydrology is a plus but not required.

· Experience in teaching and mentoring students from different backgrounds in an inclusive setting.

· Evidence of collaborative and interdisciplinary work.

This position exists to provide overall management and direct supervision of staff who perform water rights Administration statewide, training, statewide reporting, GIS training, support to the water rights offices for Deep Well Permits and Underground Storage Recovery and well driller program administration. The incumbent will also be responsible for research and revision of New Mexico Rules and Regulations. As a front-line supervisory position, the position assures consistency and technical adequacy of staff’s work as well as more time for direct supervision and mentoring.
How does it get done?
1. Provide overall supervision and management of the Statewide Programs technical staff and projects. Incumbent will provide ongoing training, mentoring, coaching, direction, assignment of work projects, and constant evaluation of workflow, workload, and level of effort required. Major subtasks include:

2. Oversee various technical projects including scientific and engineering assignments staff may be working on as well as other projects.

3. Conduct performance evaluations of subordinate staff, conduct interviews and make recommendations concerning hiring and discipline.

4. Ensure adequacy of staff work product with respect to fiscal (e.g., budget, revenue, contracting, procurement), legal, and technical aspects. This includes identifying and analyzing problems and make appropriate recommendations.

5. Support the WRAP Director on a variety of Statewide projects as they relate to Water Rights. The position will also function as the agency lead on developing, writing and revising Office of the State Engineer rules and regulations, guidelines and policies as they pertain to water rights and water administration and/or water allocation within the State of New Mexico.

6. Provide GPS and GIS training and coordinate activities with the 7 district offices. Responsible for the oversight and approval of the agency Aquifer Storage and Recovery Projects statewide and provides training to other staff members, performs other duties as needed and assists the public with water rights administration questions and inquires.

7. Provide statewide staff with professional support to inspect wells and well construction, training staff on the use of downhole camera equipment and analyzing recording with the documents provided upon well completion.

8. Assist statewide staff with writing disciplinary letters on improper construction, up to and including Compliance Orders and issuance of legal injunctions to stop illegal drilling activities.

9. Legal expert witness to statewide staff providing support and affidavits.
Who are the customers?
New Mexico Office of the State Engineer/Interstate Stream Commission and the State of New Mexico. (Administrating the use and development of the State’s water resources while protecting existing water rights within the State).
Ideal Candidate
1. Experience managing and developing staff.

2. Experience producing thorough, accurate, timely and defensible technical work product under sometimes difficult conditions including limited time and resources to meet strict deadlines.

3. Experience maintaining composure and professionalism in dealing with opposing parties in adversarial settings or proceedings, including litigation.

4. Experience managing multiple projects with changing priorities and schedules, working both individually and in team settings to meet deadlines.

5. Experience ensuring consistency in approaches used for technical evaluations given the varied hydrology of the state, the diverse needs of customers, and requirements of state water law.

6. Experience retaining highly-qualified staff and rewarding superior performance given limited tools and restrictions on salary increases and training.

7. Experience with GPS and GIS

8. Experience with OSE Rules and Regulations promulgation.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in a related Water Resources discipline (Agriculture Science, Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Watershed Management, Physics, Biology, Natural Science, Physical Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geography Forestry/Forest Science, Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Emergency Management, or Engineering) and eight (8) years of relevant experience, six (6) years of which must be in a supervisory role. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling twelve (12) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

This position is located in Mobile, Alabama at the Auburn University Marine Extension and Research Center (AUMERC) with work being done in Mobile Bay, the Mississippi Sound (AL and MS), Little Lagoon, and surrounding watersheds.

The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Pls of AUMERC in ongoing grant-funded extension and research projects including but not limited to an investigation of estuarine and nearshore microbial/physicochemical water quality conditions, evaluation of oyster restoration locations and approaches, Oyster Gardening programs located in both Mississippi and Alabama, as well as additional projects related to the study of water and habitat quality within the greater Mobile Bay area. This position will require significant time spent in the field where working conditions can be wet, muddy, hot, and sunny. There will also be regular lab and office work including meetings. The selected candidate should be comfortable in all the above-mentioned settings. Limited overnight travel may be necessary while same-day travel will be routine.

This is a three-year, limited-term appointment funding by extramural sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Marine Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Science, or closely related field.

Desired Qualifications: Boat driving/docking experience under a variety of conditions, field data collection, multiparameter instrument handling/logging, oyster/water sample collection, open water SCUBA certification, hands-on experience with typical laboratory equipment (e.g., drying ovens, microscopes, and autoclaves).

Metric Engineering, Inc. is seeking entry level candidates with 0-1 year of professional experience for a full-time entry Environmental Scientist position based out of our South Florida (Miami) office. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S or similar degree in environmental science or engineering, and offer familiarity with south Florida ecosystems, flora, and fauna. Overall, the position entails providing statewide support across a wide variety of Metric projects involving wetlands, tree resources, mangroves, seagrasses, environmental permitting, contamination reviews, threatened/endangered species surveys, construction compliance monitoring, and NEPA documentation. Salary and benefits are industry competitive.

The position entails a hybrid work environment (mix of office, remote, and field) and work is largely based in Miami-Dade County, so proximity/access is essential.

Day-to-Day:

Field surveys and site inspections
GIS analysis
Regulatory code interpretation/application
Environmental documentation and background research
Technical report writing/editing
Data collection, processing, filing, and analysis
Coordination with regulatory agencies

Required Qualifications:

Education: B.S. or B.A. degree in natural or environmental sciences or planning (or similar field)
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Florida driver’s license
Local to Broward, Dade, or Monroe County
Ability to work extended hours outside in south Florida weather

Preferred Capabilities:

MS Office software proficiency
Ability to identify Florida’s native and exotic flora/fauna
Familiarity with ArcGIS and/or GPS data collection

Other Helpful Skills/Education:

SCUBA certification
Rescue/First Aid training
Florida Master Naturalist training
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Familiarity with South Florida geography/roadways
CADD or MicroStation familiarity

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS) invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher, based in the DMNS Earth Sciences Department with collaborative research at the University of Oregon. The successful candidate will join a large, NSF-funded multidisciplinary project (Award #2317666) focused on understanding the recovery of life after the Cretaceous/Paleogene (K/Pg) mass extinction through paleontological and geochemical studies of fossils from the Denver Basin, CO and Williston Basin, ND. We are seeking a motivated individual to conduct research on the ecology of early Paleocene mammals through stable isotope analyses of bioapatite, including laboratory research with project PIs and co-PIs based at the University of Oregon (Eugene, OR). Applicants with interests and experience in stable isotope geochemistry, mammalian paleontology, and terrestrial paleoecology are especially encouraged to apply. Expertise in isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) and/or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) techniques for the measurement of stable isotope ratios in bioapatites and/or other biological and geological materials, interests or experience in laser ablation-based techniques, interest in geochemistry methods development, as well knowledge of the fossil record of western North America, are preferred. The postdoc will be expected to spend research time, as needed, in Oregon, and there is flexibility in how this is arranged.
This is a full-time, 2-year term position with the possibility of extension up to 3 years based on performance. Start date is flexible, but ideally candidate can start in Q1 or Q2 of 2026.

Research:

Leads research projects on Stable Isotope Geochemistry of Late Cretaceous & early Paleocene Mammals resulting in peer-reviewed publications.
Conduct laboratory research in collaboration with other PIs/co-PIs at the University of Oregon (Eugene, OR) and the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, British Columbia)
Apply sample preparation and mass spectrometry techniques to measure stable isotope ratios in bioapatites
Undertake data and sample analysis and synthesis, collaborate with PIs and co-PIs and other team members conducting research in geochemistry, vertebrate paleontology, and paleobotany.
Elevates the impact of the Earth Sciences Department within and beyond the museum.
Collaborates with project members as well as other scientists, interns, and volunteers for scholarly activities and outreach.
Submits and approves timesheets and expenses promptly.
Participates in Museum and Science Division initiatives and professional paleontology community activities.
Attends professional meetings regularly.

Outreach:

Coordinates with Museum departments for educational programs and exhibits.
Engages in broader impacts, mentors scholars and interns, conducts Scientist in Action programs, and contributes to media outreach.
Organize and deliver public talks, workshops, and presentations on project findings and paleontology topics.
Set up and manage informational tables and exhibits at relevant events and conferences.
Create and distribute casts and other materials for partners and educational purposes.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

Ph.D. degree in Paleontology, Geology, Biology, or a related field
Peer-reviewed publication record
Ability and interest to conduct laboratory-based geochemistry research
Availability to spend research time at the University of Oregon

Ideal Candidate Will Be/Have

Proficiency in organizing datasets in Microsoft Excel.
Proficiency in creating publication-quality figures using Adobe Suite.
Proficiency performing statistical and/or data analyses using relevant software (e.g. R).
Experience in field-based research.

Do you want to work for a cause you’re passionate about? Do you want to help provide the scientific foundation for Oceana’s work on global fisheries and climate change, our mission to save the oceans and feed the world? Oceana is seeking a Research Assistant (Term-Limited) to join our Science & Strategy team – a dedicated group of experts supporting Oceana’s teams and campaigns around the world while also leading innovative and cross-cutting research on ocean conservation, fisheries management, and food and nutrition security.

The Research Assistant broadly supports Oceana’s Science & Strategy team, giving the Assistant the opportunity to interact with Oceana’s various country offices and HQ-based departments. The Assistant is a valued member of our cross-disciplinary team and is fully integrated into our operations, giving them insight into a broad range of topics and allowing them to develop a range of skills. Approximately half of the Assistant’s time will be dedicated to specific research and/or analytical projects – the nature and duration of which will change throughout the course of the position and are dependent on the Assistant’s skill set.

Oceana’s Science & Strategy team, based at our international headquarters in Washington, DC, provides science and policy support for our country offices, our Marketing & Communications Department, our fundraising team, and the Office of the CEO. Our team also conducts research and development on new initiatives at the forefront of marine conservation and challenges the organization to learn and improve through monitoring and evaluation. Science & Strategy tackles both long-term initiatives and short-term, urgent requests; as such, we – and the Assistant – must remain nimble and flexible, while maintaining rigorous scientific integrity.

Candidates will have a college degree by the time of employment. Preferred fields of study include, but are not limited to, marine science, ecology, international relations, environmental studies, science communication, or applied mathematics. This position requires a combination of research, analytical, and communication skills and involves teamwork.

This 2-year, term limited, full-time position (one year with a one-year renewal) reports to the Senior Manager, Impact and Economics, Science & Strategy, is based in our Washington, DC office, and may require occasional travel.

The salary range for this position is $48,000 to $52,000 annually.

The Department of Biology at Kutztown University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Biology beginning in Fall 2026. The successful applicant will primarily serve students in our biology program and the Environmental Science/Biology and Environmental Science/Regenerative Organic Agriculture concentrations. They will be expected to teach introductory courses in biology and botany as well as advanced field-based courses, including Plant Taxonomy and/or Plant Physiology. The applicant would also be expected to develop courses in their area of expertise. The successful applicant will develop a research program involving plant biology and/or agricultural systems that includes undergraduates and mentor and advise BS Biology and BS Environmental Science students. Kutztown University has a strong collaborative relationship with the Rodale Institute and a state-of-the-art botanical research center to facilitate faculty and student research opportunities. Salary competitive. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities, continuing scholarly growth, and service.
Minimum Qualifications

– PhD in plant sciences or a related field.
– Research interests in sustainable agriculture – the successful applicant will develop a research program involving plant biology and/or agricultural systems that includes undergraduates
– At least one year of college-level teaching experience or equivalent
– Successful interview and demonstration of relevant ability
– Ability to teach introductory courses in biology and botany.
– Ability to teach advanced field-based courses, including Plant Taxonomy and/or Plant Physiology
– Ability to develop courses in the area of expertise

Biohabitats is seeking an ecologically-focused Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our Hudson River Bioregion team in Brooklyn, NY.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, analytical, and engineering skills that can be applied to a variety of projects including planning studies, in-field ecological assessments, restoration design development and analysis, and preparation of design plans and construction documents. The successful candidate will work with our multidisciplinary team of scientists, landscape architects, and engineers to support watershed and ecological planning, habitat restoration, conservation, climate adaptation and resiliency, and environmental justice work for government, private, and non-governmental organizations.

Westminster University in Salt Lake City, Utah, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Environmental Geosciences with expertise in climate science and/or hydrology and with the ability to teach introductory coursework in GIS. This position begins in fall of 2026, and the successful candidate will be a member of the Environmental Studies Program in the College of Arts and Sciences. The typical 24-credit teaching assignment will include courses in Environmental Geoscience, Climate Science & Solutions, Introduction to GIS, an upper division course in the professor’s area of expertise, among others. We seek an excellent educator with demonstrated ability to facilitate active student engagement with experience or interest in team teaching, community engagement, field experiences, or other innovative learning designs.

The Environmental Studies program at Westminster University is an interdisciplinary program with concentrations in Society & Culture, and Environmental Sciences. We maintain a commitment to student learning outside of the classroom, and many of our courses include field components or opportunities for activism and service learning in the region. Students are engaged in research, community action, and creative activities around the Salt Lake City area and across Utah. Student learning is enhanced by robust co-curricular programming through the Outdoor Program, the Dumke Center for Civic Engagement, and ongoing collaborations with community partners such as Wasatch Community Gardens, Seven Canyons Trust, and HEAL Utah. Environmental Studies alumni are educators, activists, scholars, and entrepreneurs.

We seek candidates who demonstrate skills, experience, and potential to facilitate the learning of all students, including those historically underrepresented in higher education (such as students of color, LGBT students, students with disabilities, first-generation college students, and more). The Environmental Studies Program is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of our student body and our discipline by creating a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in Environmental Geoscience or a related field (e.g. geology, hydrology, climate science, environmental science, or geography) completed no later than August 2026.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching. The successful applicant will have served as the instructor of record for multiple courses and be able to demonstrate the ability to employ pedagogical practices that generate active and engaged learning.
A research agenda that is appropriate for a teaching-focused institution. The agenda should include opportunities for undergraduate student involvement through research supervision and mentorship, with evidence of scholarly dissemination (e.g., scientific conference presentations, peer-reviewed publications), and involvement of students in other professional activities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with team teaching, community engagement, field experiences, other innovative learning designs, and mentoring undergraduate research.
Demonstrated skill in and commitment to supporting students from structurally marginalized communities in higher education

National Grid is hiring a Senior Environmental Scientist for our Environment and Sustainability department in Hicksville, NY

The Senior Enironmental Scientist will be responsible for managing National Grid’s environmental compliance, licensing and permitting activities for operations and capital projects to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental requirements. This includes ensuring applicable local, state, and federal environmental requirements are reviewed, communicated and implemented for high value, complex activities, including project initiation, design and construction.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Environmental Engineering/Science, Environmental Planning, etc.) and relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry practices, standards and legislation. Knowledge of current trends within the utility industry and developments in legislation or regulation.
5-10 years related environmental experience.
Extensive and significant knowledge of environmental licensing and permitting regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of New York State regulations preferred.

More Information

Salary: $111,000 – $130,000