Job Tag: Science/Engineering

The Research Engineering Scientist Associate II reviews public water system documents, reports, and data to determine compliance with Texas Commission on Water Quality (TCEQ) rules and regulations; provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. The annual salary for this position ranges from $56,000 – $60,000. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Duties:

Assists with reconciliation of public water systems that have engineering report requirements and/or removal of their reduced lead and copper sampling; run water quality reports.
Provides technical support to the team by researching resources such as source water assessment and protection (SWAP) files, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and online wells and systems mapping tools; operate map viewers such as Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN), source assessment, and districts.
Provides technical assistance to consulting engineers, city and county officials, water system owners and operators, agency staff, the public or other governmental entities.
Completes the technical review of plan and specification submittals within the performance target timeframe set by management.
Prepares formal correspondence for each plan review during the timeframe set by management (typically 60 days).
Performs other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in the field of mechanical engineering, civil engineering, environmental science, chemistry, public utilities, or related field.
Two (2) years of full-time experience performing engineering or technical reviews of public water systems, or six (6) years of an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 15, 2026. We are looking for a broadly trained plant ecologist with expertise in empirical field ecology and plant biology who is passionate about teaching, mentoring undergraduate research students, and contributing to a vibrant academic community. The appointee will teach upper-division courses in plant ecology and plant biology. Preference will be given to candidates who can also teach conservation biology, research design and biostatistics, and introductory biology. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping our growing Conservation Biology major track.

UMW and the Department of Biological Sciences are strongly committed to engaging undergraduate students in research. Therefore, the appointee will be expected to develop a field-based research program and inquiry-based courses that involve undergraduates at all levels of the research process. An endowment from alumna Irene Piscopo Rodgers supports undergraduate research in the sciences through scholarships, research fellowships, and the Irene Piscopo Rodgers ‘59 Summer Science Institute, an immersive summer research program for students and faculty mentors. Faculty also benefit from internal funding for research supplies, travel, scholarly activities, and equipment.

Required Experience:

Experience as instructor or teaching assistant in relevant courses in biological sciences.
Research experience and professional accomplishment in field-based studies of plant ecology, plant sciences, and/or conservation biology.

Additional Considerations:

Teach undergraduate courses such as conservation biology, biostatistics and research design, introductory biology, and others in the candidate’s area of expertise.
Access a diverse assortment of natural lands near campus as sites for class activities and field research.
Manage and use the on-site greenhouse.
Collaborate on research projects with colleagues on campus and at other universities, government agencies, and conservation organizations.

With sustainability and conservation in mind, you will deliver technical and professional engineering, construction, and maintenance to sustain facilities, infrastructure, and ecosystems under the Department’s care.

This is an opportunity to perform environmental engineering duties for the restoration of existing facilities and construction of new facilities for fish supplementation, water distribution, fish passage, wildlife viewing, marine and inland recreational water access and general Department infrastructure facilities.

WHAT TO EXPECT –

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:

Design/Manage Engineering Projects.

Under direction of a licensed Professional Engineer, prepares preliminary engineering designs, cost estimates, feasibility studies, final engineering designs, plans and specifications utilizing technical design and analysis skills in civil, structural, hydraulic and environmental engineering to support the Department’s mission.
Reviews and/or approves detailed engineering plans and specifications, site plans, engineering reports and/or operation and maintenance of environmental systems.
Prepares, reviews, and negotiates with applicable parties for environmental permits, regulatory orders and environmental plans and monitoring programs for assigned program(s).
Provides engineering expertise to the review and evaluation of proposal or existing environmental permits and permit applications.

Manage Public Works (PW) Contracts and Architects/Engineers (A/E) Contracts.

Administers and acts as the Department’s representative for PW Contracts for construction and A/E contracts for design of Department capital construction projects.
Manages PW Contracts and Contractors. Manages A/E Contracts and Consultants.
Obtains, updates, and maintains plans, permits, and standard operating procedures.

Create and Manage Budgets.

Develops and monitors project budgets.
Assists in budget implementation, forecasts, and administration.

Required Qualifications:

Option 1: A Master’s degree with major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, water resource, civil, geotechnical, environmental, chemical, mechanical, electrical, structural, or related field, and one (1) year of demonstrated work experience in engineering.

Option 2: Bachelor’s degree with a major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, civil, geotechnical, water resource, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or related field, and two (2) years of environmental engineering experience.

Option 3: Six (6) years of professional environmental engineering experience with a focus on engineering fields such as: sanitary, civil, geotechnical, water resource, environmental, chemical, mechanical, electrical, structural, or related field.

The Department of Biology at Appalachian State University is a community of 44 faculty who are active in teaching and research, along with a support staff of 6 technicians and 3 administrators. We strive to maintain a faculty with diverse research interests, ranging from molecules to organisms to landscapes. The department currently has over 1000 undergraduate Biology majors and 48 graduate students. The department provides instruction in biology through classroom and laboratory interactions, undergraduate and graduate research experiences, seminars, professional development programs, and career advising through courses and faculty interactions. The Department of Biology manages and provides access to a research greenhouse, a 67-acre nature preserve on campus, and an off campus 250-acre field site. The department and university support new faculty through a comprehensive Faculty Mentoring Program and Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Student Success. The mechanisms include peer writing circles, pedagogical workshops, and faculty mentoring. Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience fosters a spirit that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, and to act with passion and determination. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian State enrolls over 21,000 students, and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

The successful candidate will be strongly committed to excellence in both teaching and research at a Master’s degree-granting research institution and developing a competitive research program that involves undergraduate and master’s students. Teaching responsibilities would include developing a quantitative ecology course at the undergraduate level and rotating through a graduate course in biostatistics. The successful candidate is expected to develop other courses specific to the candidate’s expertise and/or periodically teach into the existing departmental curriculum (e.g., Ecology, Introductory Biology sequence).

Applications are solicited for the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics, Engineering, and Astronomy at Austin Peay State University (APSU). This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position to begin Fall, 2026. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Applicants with a background in astronomy, astrophysics, space science, or a related field are preferred. Research interests that can involve undergraduate students, are complementary to those in the department and/or have potential for collaborative efforts within the department are preferred.

The Department of Physics, Engineering, and Astronomy is a growing department consisting of ten tenured/tenure-track faculty, two staff, and approximately 70 undergraduate majors in three programs: physics, engineering physics, and astrophysics. We have active experimental and computational research in astronomy, condensed matter physics, materials science, and engineering. For more information about the Department, its research and degree programs, and its physical and computational facilities, please visit http://www.apsu.edu/physics. APSU is a Masters: Larger, Research institution with an enrollment of over 10,000 students located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of approximately 185,000 people located 40 miles northwest of Nashville, Tennessee.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae that includes contact information for three professional references, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a research plan that includes a description of undergraduate involvement at https://www.apsu.edu/human-resources/.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching undergraduate physics, engineering, and astronomy classes at both the lower- and upper-level; this may include service courses for students in other science disciplines and/or non-science majors;

Maintaining an active research program with undergraduate students;

Participating in professional service;

Actively supporting the achievement of departmental goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrate willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the institution and related academic units.

Be willing to teach at times and places necessary to meet student needs.

Be willing to adopt innovative teaching methods and delivery as appropriate.

Possess the knowledge, talents and skills in the discipline to promote effective teaching.

Demonstrate respect for the diverse learning needs of students.

Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement curriculum objectives and content for courses offered and taught in one’s curriculum area.

Demand and maintain high standards and expectations for all students.

Implement teaching activities and a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures, and resources including application of technology.

Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate for each course.

Use multiple measures to assess student learning on a regular basis and provide frequent feedback to students relative to their performance.

Be available and knowledgeable and demonstrate proficiency in the practice of academic advisement of students.

Conduct appropriate research and scholarly/creative activity within the discipline.

Effectively utilize the materials and resources of the Felix G. Woodward Library.

Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development and growth by being suitably active in professional and community service.

Exhibit motivation and initiative in keeping up-to-date and current in one’s curriculum area by reading/reviewing current scholarly or creative works in their field and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and development activities sponsored by the University.

Serve effectively on committees and other appropriate functions that assist in University governance.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution in astronomy, astrophysics, space science, or a related area.

Documented evidence of high quality professional productivity consonant with the goals of the University and of the Department of Physics, Engineering, and Astronomy.

Documented evidence of ability in academic assignment, scholarly and creative achievement, and professional contributions and activities.

Evidence of good character, mature attitude, and professional integrity.

Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.

Description

Works on permitting of reviews operations of and routinely inspects AECC power plants regarding matters of environmental compliance.
Takes appropriate measures to minimize or eliminate potential environmental risks and ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Monitors and evaluates methods of compliance of AECC power supply facilities with environmental requirements as directed by the Manager – Environmental Compliance.
Assists in research for and writing of technical plans and reports related to environmental regulations
Assist in preparing budget estimates for this area of responsibility.
Instructs and trains AECC facility personnel on environmental regulatory requirements in their area of responsibility.
Participates in power plant environmental testing and studies, and in other matters relating to this area of responsibility.
Advises other staff members, power plant personnel, power delivery personnel, and member cooperatives’ personnel upon request of facts relating to this area of responsibility and assists them in the performance of their duties in times of need as directed by the Manager – Environmental Compliance.
Maintains contact with personnel of like responsibility in other power supply systems to exchange technical information and to cooperate in projects of mutual interest.
Keeps abreast of related current scientific developments, applicable laws, and governmental regulations and uses every opportunity to become better qualified in this area of responsibility.
Keeps the Manager – Environmental Compliance informed at all times of matters important to the cooperative, particularly where member cooperatives or other power suppliers or governmental agencies are involved.
Solicits assistance from other staff members to perform all work within their capability.
Handles stress effectively and works well with others.
Comply with all company safety rules and requirements
Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.
Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering , Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology, plus 2-4 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specialist II- 2-4 years related experience

Specialist III – 4-7 years related experience

Sr – 7 years + related experience

Job Description

Performs intermediate to advanced professional work, focusing on ensuring compliance with state, local, and federal environmental regulations, as well as the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The Environmental Planner collaborates with various stakeholders, provides technical expertise, and may occasionally lead or mentor junior staff members. Work is conducted with a degree of independence and requires specialized knowledge of environmental and planning regulations.

Examples of Duties

Environmental Planning and Studies: Conduct short- and long-term environmental planning studies, focusing on sustainable development, water quality, and land use.

Performs short- and long-range environmental planning studies; serves as staff support to various committees; prepares and maintains studies, graphics, records, and files;
Performs or assists in the development of studies, analyses, and recommendations in connection with the current and long-range physical, social, and economic development of the County;
Gathers, selects, complies, and analyzes data pertaining to environmental characteristics of the area;
Performs field reviews, which may involve walking in fairly rugged terrain;
Analyzes and summarizes existing conditions, derives conclusions, and develops projections;
Reviews subdivision and site plans;
Prepares reports and supports graphic display materials descriptive of research and recommendations;
Serves as staff assistant to various boards and commissions;
Acts as a technical advisor, within field of specialization, to other staff members;
Provides direction to planning technicians;
Reviews subdivision and site plans;

Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental and urban planning;
General knowledge of economics, federal, state and local laws pertaining to environmental and water resource quality issues;
General knowledge of grant opportunities and writing;
Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of environmental and water resource management;
Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare technical reports;
Ability to prepare and present technical information clearly and in an interesting manner to lay groups and the public;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional colleagues, employees and representatives of other public agencies; ability to plan and supervise the work of technical subordinates.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or planning, water resource management, civil engineering, hydrology or a related field, and 3 years of experience in a professional environmental planning and water quality management.

Possession of the following certifications preferred:

State of Virginia Professional Wetland Delineator Certification;
International Society of Arboriculture Arborist Certification;
Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) Certification;
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Erosion and Sediment Control Combined Administrator Certification;
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Stormwater Management Combined Administrator Certification;
American Society of Floodplain Managers Floodplain Manager Certification (CFM).

The full salary range for this position is from $76,044.80 to $133,078.to provide opportunity for growth and development.

The Department of Natural Sciences at the University of Alaska Southeast, Juneau (UAS) seeks applications from exceptionally qualified candidates for a tenure-track, 9-month per annum Assistant Professor in Chemistry faculty position, to begin August 2026. This tri-partite position involves 60% teaching, 20% research, and 20% service and supports the undergraduate BA/BS programs in Environmental Science, Biology, Marine Biology, and Fisheries, as well as a Chemistry minor.

As an Assistant Professor of Chemistry, you will teach lower and upper division courses in general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry, develop and teach a new course in your field of expertise, develop a robust externally-funded research program that involves primarily undergraduate students, and engage in professional, university, and community outreach and service. Preference will be given to candidates whose research can complement existing strengths in the Natural Sciences Department, and we are particularly interested in candidates with research applications in mariculture, phycology, marine biochemistry, and/or natural products chemistry.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biology, Marine Biology, or a related field. All but degree candidates will be considered but must have the Ph.D. in hand by August 2026.

The Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center at The Ohio State University seeks a visionary scholar to serve as its next director. We are looking for an individual who can provide strategic leadership, foster research excellence, and strengthen the center’s role as a global leader in polar, alpine, and climate science.

The Byrd Center is a university-wide research institute that brings together scholars from across Ohio State to address critical questions in polar, alpine, and climate science. The center’s director reports to the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at Ohio State, which provides infrastructure, resources, and strategic leadership to support the university’s research and creative enterprise. The director will hold an appointment in an academic department and will divide their responsibilities between the Byrd Center and any Byrd-affiliated tenure home unit in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Candidates must be eligible for appointment at the rank of professor.

Performance Objectives

The incoming BPCRC director will be expected to:

provide both intellectual and administrative leadership to enhance the Byrd Center’s national and international reputation;
strengthen existing research programs while developing new initiatives that address urgent challenges in polar science, climate variability, and Earth and planetary system processes;
cultivate and sustain strong relationships with major funding agencies (e.g., NSF, NASA, NOAA, ONR, DOE, USDA) while pursuing new sources of support, including philanthropic and industry partnerships;
lead and expand the center’s outreach and engagement efforts at local, state, national, and international levels to ensure that Byrd Center science informs policy, education, and public understanding of climate change;
maintain a vigorous, high-profile research program—demonstrated through impactful publications, successful grant acquisition, awards, etc.—that contributes to the center’s scholarly excellence and global impact; and,
foster and uphold the Byrd Center’s collaborative research environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: A Ph.D. in Geography, Earth Sciences, or any field relevant to Earth and planetary system science, polar studies, and climate science.

Desired: The successful candidate will have an internationally recognized record of research excellence in a field relevant to Earth and planetary system science, polar studies, climate science, or related disciplines. The search committee will be looking for evidence of strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage research teams, budgets, and staff; and mentor faculty, students, and early-career researchers. Experience with building and sustaining interdisciplinary partnerships and collaborative initiatives will be highly valued.

We are seeking a highly-motivated postdoctoral fellow to conduct research focused on reducing bias and uncertainty in the measurement and monitoring of forest carbon uptake from local to global scales.

Forests dominate the land carbon sink, and forest-based carbon removal strategies have the potential to confer many benefits for the environment and the bio-economy. However, at scales ranging from individual sites to the entire globe, estimates of forest carbon uptake and storage (FCUS) vary by 50-100% (or more). Our overall objective is to use the best-available science to confront these discrepancies while creating tools that permit seamless integration between project-scale FCUS monitoring and regional to global-scale policy setting.

The postdoctoral research scholar will play a leading role in the synthesis of network observations, including forest inventory data (e.g. from the USDA Forest Inventory and Analysis program) and flux tower data (e.g. from AmeriFlux and FLUXNET networks), and the integration of these ground-based observations with state-of-the-art remote sensing information describing forest structure and function. The position will require computationally intensive data analysis, the preparation and submission of journal articles, and the mentoring of students and technicians working on the project.

The postdoctoral fellow will be supervised by Dr. Kim Novick (O’Neill School) with ample opportunity to work with other IU scientists, academic scientists at other institutions, and partner organizations from the civic and public sector.

Location: Bloomington, Indiana (preferred) with the possibility of a remote arrangement

The successful application will have earned a Ph.D. in environmental science or engineering, ecology, environmental informatics, or a related field at time of appointment. Other key qualifications include strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated experience working within collaborative teams, and experience analyzing ecological time series (e.g. flux tower data) and remote sensing datasets.