Assistant Professor

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor - Physical Geography

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM HSS - School of Geography and Anthropology (Jill C Trepanier (00002085))

Work Location:

E0227 Howe Russell Kniffen East Geoscience Complex

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

The Department of Geography and Anthropology at Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physical Geography focused on climatology, extreme weather/climate events, and disaster science management to begin in Fall 2026. A PhD degree or its equivalent in Geography or a related field such as Atmospheric Science is required at the time of appointment. We seek applicants who will complement current faculty research and teaching on extreme events, such as tropical cyclones, heavy precipitation, and tornadoes and how they combine with social vulnerability. We seek someone who is at the forefront of statistical and geospatial modeling techniques and who can contribute to our Climatology and Disaster Science and Management programs within the department. We encourage those who participate in community-engaged or stakeholder-driven research and/or those who assist in advancing science communication and emergency management. Candidates should have a promising program of research, publication, and extramural funding.  Expectations are to teach and advise graduate and undergraduate students.  The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Geography and BA, MA, and PhD degrees in Anthropology.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Applicants must provide: (1) a cover letter; (2) a current CV; (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching and mentoring statement (including teaching evaluations if available); and (5) the names and contact information of three references.

To be considered, applicants should send their materials before January 31, 2026. The search will continue until the position is filled.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Jill Trepanier at [email protected].

Posting Date:

January 5, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 13, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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