Open Rank Position in Ecohydrology of Freshwater Ecosystems

Open Rank Position in Ecohydrology of Freshwater Ecosystems

Job Posting Number: 2025042TTL

Position Description
The College of Science and Engineering (CoSE) at Texas State University invites applications for an open rank tenured or tenure track faculty position in the Department of Biology (www.bio.txst.edu) specializing in linking hydrology or hydraulics to the ecology and biology of freshwater ecosystems that will complement the strengths of our 50-member faculty. The successful candidate will establish and maintain a vigorous externally funded research program involving students, teach courses in their area of expertise, and participate in university-wide research initiatives. Collaboration with other CoSE departments and centers, including Civil and Environmental Engineering, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Agricultural Sciences and the Edwards Aquifer Research and Data Center, is encouraged and expected. Additional opportunities for collaboration outside CoSE include the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies and the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.

Texas State University is located in central Texas, a regional center for aquatic and hydrogeological research. Graduate programs in CoSE include PhD programs in Aquatic Resources and Integrative Biology, Integrative Molecular and Biophysical Chemistry, and Civil Engineering, as well as master’s programs in Biology, Aquatic Resources, Population and Conservation Biology, Wildlife Ecology, and Integrated Agricultural Sciences. The university is located between the San Antonio and Austin metropolitan areas and is situated at the edge of the Edwards Plateau ecoregion, a karst ecosystem and hotspot for research on surface water-groundwater interactions with numerous endemic and protected aquatic species.

Questions regarding this position should be addressed to Dr. Weston Nowlin, wn11@txstate.edu, (512) 245-8794, Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666.

The selected candidate will be assigned the appropriate rank based on college and university rules and policies.

Positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications
At the Assistant Professor level:• Earned Ph.D. in environmental hydrology, biological sciences, environmental engineering, or related area• Record of peer-reviewed research publications in the ecohydrology of freshwater systems

At the Associate Professor level:• Earned Ph.D. in environmental hydrology, biological sciences, environmental engineering, or related area• Record of peer-reviewed research publications in the ecohydrology of freshwater systems• Minimum of five years of university-level teaching and research experience• Record of external grant funding to support research• Evidence of a nationally-recognized research program• Evidence of successful mentoring of graduate students and/or postdocs

At the Full Professor level:• Earned Ph.D. in environmental hydrology, biological sciences, environmental engineering, or related area• Record of peer-reviewed research publications in the ecohydrology of freshwater systems• Minimum of ten years of university-level teaching and research experience• Record of past and current grant funding to support research• Evidence of a nationally- and internationally-recognized research program• Evidence of successful mentoring of graduate students and/or postdocs

Preferred Qualifications
At the Assistant Professor level:• Research focus and experience that complement strengths of departments in the College of Science and Engineering• Record of working as part of an interdisciplinary team• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in the applicant’s area of expertise• Postdoctoral or relevant professional experience• Record of grant funding to support research

At the Associate Professor level:• Research focus and experience that complement strengths of departments in the College of Science and Engineering• Record of working as part of an interdisciplinary team• Documented record of excellence in teaching at the collegiate level

At the Full Professor level:• Research focus and experience that complement strengths of departments in the College of Science and Engineering• Record of working as part of an interdisciplinary team• Documented record of excellence in teaching and service at the collegiate level

Full Consideration Date:
Close Date: 01/31/2025
Open Until Filled? No

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50556

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50556 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.






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