Assistant Professor - Blue Technology

Job Details

The School for the Environment at the University of Massachusetts Boston is seeking candidates for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Blue Technology to begin September 1

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and mentor students across the Environmental Science (BA, BS, MS, and PhD), Environmental Studies and Sustainability (BA), and the Marine Science and Technology (MS and PhD) programs. In addition to teaching and research, the candidate will also be expected to provide service to the School, the University, and professional fields of study., 2026.

Requirements

A Ph.D. is required; post-doctoral and/or applied industry experience is preferred. The applicant will have the potential (or a demonstrated capability) to carry on an active, externally funded research program of international caliber and to supervise graduate and undergraduate students. The applicant should demonstrate the capacity to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate teaching needs in environmental sciences offered by the School for the Environment, and a willingness to engage in collaborative research with School and University colleagues. Experience promoting increased diversity within academia and environmental science fields is strongly preferred.

Contact Information

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Application instructions:

Please submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and contact information (including email address) of three references. Application review will begin January 9, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to discuss this opportunity with Search Committee Chair, Bob Chen (bob.chen@umb.edu).