Description
The Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering (DGSE) at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a continuing, full-time (12-month, non-tenure track) Teaching Assistant Professor position starting in August 2026. 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. We are looking for a candidate who can contribute to this mission by teaching a range of lower and upper division undergraduate courses and potentially contribute to graduate level instruction. Courses may include introductory geology, mineralogy, petrology, petrography, geochemistry, earth resources, as well as service courses for non-majors, according to the candidate’s background. The expected teaching load is from 4 to 6 courses per year and required mode of course delivery is in-person, but will follow temporary alternate operations as adopted by University administration. Applicants are encouraged to consult our undergraduate and graduate curricula linked in the Department Information provided below.
The position will also have a strong service component tied to the undergraduate Geology curriculum, including student advisement, overseeing teaching labs and associated teaching collections, curriculum development and enhancement. Other possible service components include supervising independent study or research projects, membership on department committees, and involvement with student clubs and organizations. We seek someone who will complement the existing strengths in our department, and who will help develop connections with potential employers, the Geological Society of Nevada and similar local geoscience organizations. The University provides a clear promotion pathway for teaching faculty that includes regular review, and base salary increases upon promotion.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must have earned a PhD, or an MS and equivalent experience, in an area of Earth Sciences from an accredited university by May 30, 2026. Applicants must be strongly committed to excellence in teaching and student mentoring as well as have a demonstrated interest in innovative teaching.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have experience and/or interest in teaching mineralogy and petrology at the undergraduate level.
Lecturer Statement: The University of Nevada, Reno reserves the right to hire at any level of Lecturer (I-IV) or Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor (terminal degree candidates) that is appropriate for the hire. If you have questions about title, please inquire during the interview process.
Department Information: The Department is part of the dynamic Nevada Geosciences community housed within the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering (MSESE). Nevada Geosciences also includes two state-funded Earth Science units, the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology and the Nevada Seismological Laboratory that participate in the Departments teaching mission and graduate programs. Two additional teaching Departments within MSESE, Mining and Metallurgical Engineering and Geography also interface with graduate and minor degree programs in the Department. We offer BS degrees in Geology, Geophysics, Hydrogeology and Geological Engineering. We offer MS degrees in Geology, Geophysics, and Geological Engineering, and PhD’s in Geology, Geophysics and Mineral Resource Engineering (joint with Mining), and many faculty also participate in the degrees offered through the interdisciplinary Graduate Program of Hydrologic Sciences. More information about the Department can be found at http://www.unr.edu/geology.
For more information, and to apply, please visit: https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Teaching-Assistant-Professor--Geological-Sciences_R0149574
Full Consideration: Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately with an initial review of applications starting January 15, 2026.
This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
EEO/AA. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
