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Job Title: Assistant or Associate Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Geography)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 61193
Department
FSU Department of Geography
Responsibilities
The Department of Geography in the College of Social Sciences & Public Policy at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We are seeking a broadly trained physical geographer specializing in climate science, with interests that include climate variability and change, climate extremes, interactions of climate with other Earth-environmental systems, and climate impacts on Earth surface processes, such as water resources, ecosystems, and agriculture.
We welcome candidates who use an array of research methods and tools to tackle the burning questions of the day, including field-based, remote sensing, and modeling approaches. The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to maintain an active research program that yields publications and external grant submissions. The candidate will also demonstrate and value high quality teaching and mentoring at both undergraduate and graduate levels. We are seeking a new colleague who will join us in building and maintaining a strong, healthy, and thriving department community.
We welcome scholars who will bring passion and excitement into the classroom, both indoors and outdoors, and offer courses that complement and strengthen the existing curriculum in physical geography, including those relevant to environmental field methods. The candidate will contribute to the department’s programs that include a bachelor’s degree in Geography, a bachelor’s degree in Environment and Society, a master’s degree in Geography, a master’s degree in Geographic Information Science, and a Ph.D. in Geography.
Teaching responsibilities include introductory undergraduate core science courses, as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. Teaching assignment is two courses per semester during the 9-month academic year.
Qualifications
PhD in Geography or closely related discipline.
Contact Info
Dr. Anne Chin, Department of Geography chairperson - anne.chin@fsu.edu
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
Applicants must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching experience and potential contributions to the curriculum, copies of up to three relevant publications, Names and contact information for three professional references
Considerations
This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position is being advertised as open until filled.
Review of applications begins November 14, 2025 and the appointment will begin August 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 61193
Department
FSU Department of Geography
Responsibilities
The Department of Geography in the College of Social Sciences & Public Policy at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We are seeking a broadly trained physical geographer specializing in climate science, with interests that include climate variability and change, climate extremes, interactions of climate with other Earth-environmental systems, and climate impacts on Earth surface processes, such as water resources, ecosystems, and agriculture.
We welcome candidates who use an array of research methods and tools to tackle the burning questions of the day, including field-based, remote sensing, and modeling approaches. The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to maintain an active research program that yields publications and external grant submissions. The candidate will also demonstrate and value high quality teaching and mentoring at both undergraduate and graduate levels. We are seeking a new colleague who will join us in building and maintaining a strong, healthy, and thriving department community.
We welcome scholars who will bring passion and excitement into the classroom, both indoors and outdoors, and offer courses that complement and strengthen the existing curriculum in physical geography, including those relevant to environmental field methods. The candidate will contribute to the department’s programs that include a bachelor’s degree in Geography, a bachelor’s degree in Environment and Society, a master’s degree in Geography, a master’s degree in Geographic Information Science, and a Ph.D. in Geography.
Teaching responsibilities include introductory undergraduate core science courses, as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. Teaching assignment is two courses per semester during the 9-month academic year.
Qualifications
PhD in Geography or closely related discipline.
Contact Info
Dr. Anne Chin, Department of Geography chairperson - anne.chin@fsu.edu
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
Applicants must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching experience and potential contributions to the curriculum, copies of up to three relevant publications, Names and contact information for three professional references
Considerations
This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position is being advertised as open until filled.
Review of applications begins November 14, 2025 and the appointment will begin August 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.