Teaching Faculty Position in Environmental Science, Open Rank

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) invites applications for one (1) open-rank teaching faculty position in Environmental Science. The position will support the curriculum for the Science, Technology, and International Affairs (STIA) major, to be offered starting Fall, 2026.

We are looking for a teaching professor (open rank) with training and teaching experience in the field of environmental science, with a focus on transboundary and/or global environmental science. Areas of expertise are open but could include climate change, ozone depletion, natural resource management, ocean science and fisheries, biodiversity and conservation,  marine sciences, environmental toxicology, desert ecologies, or related fields. The search is open to those who hold a PhD in the natural or life sciences or closely aligned fields.

The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic scientist who is able to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to students with varying science backgrounds.  The incumbent will develop courses and course sequences that introduce the foundational concepts of environmental sciences (including the dynamics and impacts of climate change, fundamentals of environmental systems, and key methods for environmental sciences), while also creating curricular opportunities for in-depth engagement with one or more of the above areas of research.

About STIA

Drawing on Georgetown's expertise across international affairs, public policy, global health, environmental studies and security studies, the School of Foreign Service (SFS) established the Science, Technology and International Affairs (STIA) program in 1992 to educate the next generation of leaders skilled in science and technology, create knowledge that will advance cross-cutting solutions for today's most pressing issues, and drive innovation at the nexus of science and international affairs. For more information please visit our website:

Academic Environment and Faculty Support

GU-Q offers a rich academic setting supported by strong institutional resources to enable excellence in teaching and research. Teaching Faculty teach three courses (or 9 credit hours) per semester (a 3-3 load), supported by best-in-class instructional infrastructure. This includes the Global Classroom, which connects students in Doha with peers in Washington, D.C., for live, cross-campus engagement, and access to collaborative research centers such as the Center for International and Regional Studies (CIRS).

To advance faculty scholarship and professional development, GU-Q provides:

• Access to GU-Q faculty research funds.

• Eligibility for funding through the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Council (QRDI).

• Annual summer research stipend, up to 2/9 of base salary.

• Generous conference travel funding and professional development resources.

Compensation and Benefits

GU-Q offers a highly competitive compensation package by U.S. academic standards, along with an exceptional expatriate benefits package that includes:

• Fully furnished, high-quality housing.

• Transportation allowance.

• Annual family home leave.

• Worldwide health insurance coverage.

• Private school tuition support for accompanying children.

• Additional relocation and onboarding assistance.

About Georgetown University in Qatar

GU-Q was established in 2005 alongside other elite international universities in Education City, in partnership with Qatar Foundation. GU-Q is an integral part of Georgetown University, delivering the renowned School of Foreign Service's Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service degree. Ranked first in the world in international relations by Foreign Policy magazine, this liberal arts program offers majors in International Politics, International History, Culture and Politics, and International Economics. The degree is awarded by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. GU-Q is a research-focused, student-oriented institution with a globally competitive research and publications record. GU-Q values interdisciplinarity, and its faculty and students benefit from the opportunities offered by the wider academic eco-system of Education City. For more information on GU-Q, see

Life in Qatar

Qatar offers a diverse, safe, and family-friendly living environment. Ranked as one of the safest countries in the world, it is connected by direct flights to over 160 destinations in 90 countries. The iconic National Library, adjacent to GU-Q in Education City and designed by Rem Koolhaas, provides free membership to all faculty and students. Public parks, beaches, sports facilities (including Education City's extensive sports venues), museums, cafes, and restaurants abound, and a state-of-the-art metro system connects all parts of Doha and nearby locations (see ). For a glimpse of what it is like to teach and live in Qatar, see:

Application Process

Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide a cover letter detailing teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 500 words), evidence of teaching excellence (such as recent student course ratings, peer observation reports, etc.), and the names of three scholarly references.

All application materials must be submitted via Georgetown's online application management system at Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Questions about the online application system should be directed to Ms. Carina Lawson at Queries about the position should be directed to Professor Mark Giordano at Please reference "STIA/Environmental Science" in the subject line. 

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