Assistant Professor of Environmental History with a Focus on Water in Human History Job at Inside Higher Ed, San Marcos, TX

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  • Inside Higher Ed
  • San Marcos, TX

Job Description

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Environmental History with a Focus on Water in Human History

Job Posting Number:

2026005TTL

Job Location:

San Marcos

Department:

History

Position Description:

The Department of History at Texas State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of environmental history with a focus on water in human history (regional and period specialization open). Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Applied History/Digital Humanities. Active participation in departmental programs, service, and governance will be expected of the successful candidate. The successful candidate will be expected to teach survey courses, specialized undergraduate and graduate courses, and to direct theses and participate on graduate committees. In addition to thriving programs in Sustainability Studies and Geography and Environmental Studies, Texas State is the home of the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, whose mission is to inspire research, innovation, and leadership that ensures clean, abundant water for humanity and the environment. This position is part of a cluster hire in the History of Science & Technology.

Required Qualifications:

  • Candidates must demonstrate an active research agenda in environmental history. A PhD in History is required by the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Applied History/Digital Humanities. Ideal candidates should also demonstrate an active research agenda with a record of scholarship that complements the strengths of the History Department.
Application Procedures:

Appointment date August 16, 2026. Salary is commensurate with experience. To guarantee full consideration, application materials must be received by October 1, 2025. Only applications submitted for this specific posting through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered:

A complete application includes:
  • A cover letter
  • A CV
  • Unofficial graduate transcripts
  • A writing sample
  • A syllabus for an upper-division undergraduate course in an area related to the applicant’s research
As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide insight into your skills and experiences. Please include the names and email addresses for your references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.” Proposed Start Date:

August 16, 2026

Posting Date:

06/12/2025

Review Date:

10/01/2025

Open Until Filled?:

Yes

Legal Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements. Reasonable Accommodation:

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.

Record Checks and Verifications:

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment:

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?:

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

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