Job Title: Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and Science

Position Status: Tenure-Track

Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

Department: Environmental Studies & Sciences

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

The Environmental Studies and Science Program at Colorado College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Environmental Science with specialization in Soil Science, to begin Fall 2026.

Environmental Studies and Science is an interdisciplinary program at Colorado College with faculty whose teaching and research interests stretch across the environmental sciences, social sciences, and humanities. We are seeking a soil scientist who will complement our existing environmental science expertise by examining the connections between global climate change and soils. Potential areas of emphasis include soil carbon dynamics, nutrient cycling, soil health and agriculture, soil management and/or restoration, impacts of wildfire on soil resources, or soil biogeochemistry. We are excited about candidates who combine field and/or lab research with large-scale data analysis or modeling in their teaching and research—and who value opportunities for meaningful collaboration across the environmental studies and science landscape. As teacher-scholars, we hope to welcome a new colleague who is excited about supporting undergraduate research and dedicated to high quality, innovative undergraduate education. We are excited to share the opportunities that exist here for field-based teaching (including developing local, regional, and international courses) and for partnerships both across campus and in our community. The successful candidate will teach Introduction to Global Climate Change, Soil Science in the Anthropocene, advanced electives in their area of expertise, and other courses as appropriate in the curriculum.

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts and sciences college enrolling approximately 2,100 students from across the US and around the world. The College, located on a 99-acre campus in Colorado Springs, is distinguished by its immersive learning and pedagogy made possible by the Block Plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block is three and a half weeks long, allowing for unique teaching and learning strategies. Professors have a six-block teaching duty in the eight-block year, where one of the six blocks may be assigned to supervising senior and independent projects.

Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Read more about our the College’s commitment in our Institutional Equity & Belonging web page and the strategic plan “The Strategy for a More Just CC.”

Colorado College is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes members of all groups and reaffirms its commitment not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, caste, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its educational programs, activities, and employment practices. We believe that College grows stronger by recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse faculty committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in a field of environmental science by the start of employment and expertise in soil science.

Preferred Qualifications

A Ph.D. in a field of environmental science by the start of employment is required; expertise in one of the following sub-fields is preferred: soil carbon dynamics, nutrient cycling, soil health and agriculture, soil management and/or restoration, impacts of wildfire on soil resources, soil biogeochemistry. Teaching experience; a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and research; and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in environmental science are also priorities.

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 09/05/2025
• References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation when a candidate accepts a Zoom/Phone interview
• Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a teaching statement that outlines your approach to undergraduate teaching and includes examples from your teaching that demonstrate your commitment to inclusive pedagogy; 4) a research statement that includes your approach to engaging undergraduate students in research (3 pages maximum); and 5) undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies and screenshots are suitable for applications; the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts).
  
  As part of the application process, all candidates must provide contact information for at least three references who can submit a confidential letter of recommendation; however, only the references of short-listed candidates (those invited to a phone/Zoom interview) will be asked to submit a letter.
  
  You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a teaching statement that outlines your approach to undergraduate teaching and includes examples from your teaching that demonstrate your commitment to inclusive pedagogy; 4) a research statement that includes your approach to engaging undergraduate students in research (3 pages maximum); and 5) undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies and screenshots are suitable for applications; the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts).

As part of the application process, all candidates must provide contact information for at least three references who can submit a confidential letter of recommendation; however, only the references of short-listed candidates (those invited to a phone/Zoom interview) will be asked to submit a letter.

Optional Documents

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$90,000

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for H-1B sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

-Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
-Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
-Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
-Tuition assistance benefits for employee and their eligible dependents
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
-Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

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Leave Information:

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EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.