The Department of Environmental Science and Studies at Berry College seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in soil science to begin in August 2025. The ideal candidate will make the most of Berry's remarkable campus through engaging courses and research opportunities that provide students with hands-on experience.  This faculty member will contribute to our collaborative academic environment, working on cross-disciplinary projects in Environmental Science and Studies, Conservation Biology, Animal Science, and other related programs.

Berry College's expansive 27,000-acre campus is both geologically and biologically diverse and affords unparalleled teaching and research opportunities. Our campus and the surrounding region contain a wide range of ecosystems including forests, wetlands, pastures, farms, and on-campus gardens, all offering possibilities for soil science research. The Department of Environmental Science and Studies prides itself on embracing an interdisciplinary approach, innovative teaching, and high-quality mentorship of students from various backgrounds. The candidate should share our commitment to student engagement both inside and outside the classroom, as well as our desire to promote opportunities for students from underrepresented groups and foster a culture of belonging. Berry is committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff; we welcome applications from all groups and strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position.

Teaching responsibilities will include an introductory earth science course and upper-division courses in environmental science & studies and soil science, with opportunities to develop innovative courses that integrate soil science with environmental management.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in soil science, environmental science, earth science, geology, or a closely related discipline. Applicants who are ABD should include documentation that the requirements for the degree will be completed by August 2025. To apply, click here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago: "We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities." Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business and teacher education. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff.  An Equal Opportunity Institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interview or workplace accommodations are welcomed and you can reach out to us at employment@berry.edu, or (706) 233-4062.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should submit a letter of application describing their interest in this position, commitment to Berry's mission and to inclusive teaching and learning; a curriculum vitae; a teaching statement that articulates the candidate's teaching approach, experience, and goals; a statement of research plans suitable for an undergraduate college environment; unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Specific questions about the position may be sent directly to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Zack Taylor at ztaylor@berry.edu.