Job Description

Job Identification: 3383
Apply Before: 2/5/2026
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: Edmonton, AB, Canada (On-site)
Category Type: Science - Geology, Earth Sciences & Oceanography
Position Type: Faculty (Includes Asst. Professors, Associate Professors)
College/Administrative Portfolio: College of Natural And Applied Sciences
Faculty/Department: Science

About the Team

The is internationally recognized for excellence in research and education. Through pioneering discovery and innovation, the faculty addresses global challenges across disciplines such as biology, chemistry, computing science, physics, mathematics, and earth sciences. Its work positions the university at the forefront of technological, environmental, and scientific advancement.

Description

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

The successful candidate will be offered a tenured or tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant Professor, which is in accordance with the , and offers a comprehensive .

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Hydrogeology.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish a strong, externally funded research program, contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervise graduate students, and participate in service to the department, faculty, university, and profession.

We seek a scholar whose research addresses fundamental and applied problems in groundwater systems, including, but not limited to: characterizing subsurface flow-fields, groundwater-surface water interactions, regional fluid flow, contaminant transport and fate, subsurface characterization, cold regions, and water resources. Research that integrates field-based methods with numerical and/or laboratory approaches, particularly with relevance to western Canada, is highly desired. Applicants whose work complements existing departmental strengths in geoscience, including environmental geoscience, geochemistry, sedimentology, cold regions geoscience, geomicrobiology, or resource-environment interactions, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research program in hydrogeology.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in hydrogeology and related subject areas, with particular emphasis on Introductory Hydrogeology, Contaminant Hydrogeology and field-methods.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to administrative and service activities at the department, faculty, and university levels, and engage with professional or external partners as appropriate.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Hydrogeology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Engineering Geoscience or a closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment.
• Evidence of demonstrated strong research potential.
• Demonstrated commitment to, or clear potential for, effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Postdoctoral research experience is considered an asset.
• Evidence of interdisciplinary research or applied collaboration is considered an asset.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following in a single PDF file:

• A cover letter outlining research and teaching interests.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A research statement (maximum 3 pages).
• A teaching philosophy statement (maximum 2 pages).
• The names and contact information of three referees.

Throughout the application process, we ask applicants to describe their plans for helping to reduce inequities, remove barriers to access, and cultivate a sense of belonging in their teaching, research, mentorship, and service.

About Us

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .

This position requires that the incumbent be eligible to participate in government-funded research projects including active ability to receive federal research funds on behalf of the university. Individuals having an active affiliation with a are ineligible to participate in government-funded research projects in in Canada. Applicants must be able to meet all applicable research security requirements.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms - physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

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