Assistant Professor Position in Environmental Engineering at Lehigh University Lehigh University in United States

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Lehigh University is inviting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in Environmental Engineering, with an anticipated start date of July 2026. This opportunity is ideal for candidates whose research and teaching interests align with core areas of Environmental Engineering, including but not limited to: contaminants of concern and emerging pollutants, advanced treatment processes for water, wastewater, air, and soil remediation, environmental chemistry and water quality, air quality and pollution control, solid and hazardous waste management, resource recovery and circular economy technologies, environmental systems modeling, biogeochemistry, and ecosystem processes.

Applicants should have a strong record of publications in top journals, appropriate to their career stage, and demonstrate experience or strong potential in securing external funding and mentoring graduate students. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a thriving research program and contribute to the advancement of environmental engineering education and innovation.

Lehigh University offers a collaborative academic environment within its Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, providing access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant research community. The ACS Environmental Chemistry Division supports this position and encourages engagement with the broader environmental community to advance research, innovation, and public awareness.

For more information and to apply, candidates should visit the ACS Environmental Chemistry Division job board or the Lehigh University Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering website. The application deadline is July 2026, and interested applicants are encouraged to prepare materials that highlight their research expertise, teaching experience, and publication record.

Relevant academic keywords include Environmental Engineering, Contaminants of Concern, Emerging Pollutants, Water Quality, Air Quality, Pollution Control, Solid and Hazardous Waste Management, Resource Recovery, Circular Economy, Environmental Systems Modeling, Biogeochemistry, and Ecosystem Processes.