Assistant Professor of Coastal Processes

Assistant Professor of Coastal Processes

Recruiting from the Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Appalachian State University, located in Boone, NC. This full‑time position (9 months per academic year) is tenure‑track at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Position Summary and Requirements

The candidate must have a Ph.D. (or ABD with specified conditions, see below) and demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate education, mentoring undergraduate research, and developing an externally funded research program.

Research expectations: broad coverage of Coastal Processes. The instructor will develop and teach new upper‑level courses on:

• Coastal Processes
• Physical Oceanography for majors

Teaching responsibilities may also include support for existing courses such as:

• Geomorphology (GES 3333)
• Research/field methods courses (GES 2750/2751/2752)
• Introductory lecture/lab courses (e.g., GES 1105)

Physical Demands

The position requires ability to perform all essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

ABD Consideration

ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD candidates may be considered provided evidence of successful dissertation defense is received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one‑year fixed‑term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor with a salary reduced to the lower rate for full‑time instructors. If degree verification is provided before the end of the one‑year contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of Assistant Professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.

No ABD consideration: Only candidates who have earned a doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

• Cover letter (maximum two pages)
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement (maximum two pages, include a description of the vision for new upper‑level courses)
• Statement of research interests (maximum two pages)
• Unofficial copies of transcripts of all college and university work (official copies due upon employment)
• Names and contact information of three referees familiar with the applicant’s teaching and/or research

Additional materials will not be considered in the review of applications.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Cole Edwards at 828‑262‑7820 or

Posting Details

• Position Number: 45551
• VISA sponsorship available; all candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
• Location: Boone, NC
• Posted: 06/01/2026 – Close: Open until filled / Evaluation of applications begins 11/01/2026
• Search Chair: Cole Edwards –