Assistant Faculty Position – Geoscience Innovation with AI

Department of Earth Environmental and Planetary Sciences Rice University

The Department of Earth Environmental and Planetary Sciences at Rice University in Houston TX seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position with an anticipated start date of July 1 2027. Applications are encouraged from scientists who innovatively develop and adapt Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods to advance understanding of processes in Earth Environmental and Planetary Sciences. Approaches that harness the potential of AI in conjunction with terrestrial or space-based geoscience data computational and physics-based modeling of geoscience processes and/or field observations are encouraged. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated expertise in developing and adapting AI methods for problems in the geoscience domain potentially encompassing molecular to planetary scales and from Earths atmosphere to its deep interior. We welcome research linked to major challenges in natural hazards energy transition climate and environmental systems.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous externally funded research program teach core courses and develop undergraduate and graduate courses within their area of expertise and be involved in service to the department university and the broader scientific community. Candidates are encouraged to consider their alignment with initiatives outlined in Rices strategic plan ( candidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Earth Environmental or Planetary Science or a related field by the time of the appointment. Applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement on research; (4) statement on teaching; and (5) the names affiliations and email addresses of at least three professional references. Within the research and teaching statements applicants may choose to describe plans to foster welcoming and supportive environments in their research group and classes. Details about the department and its facilities can be found at . All required application materials submitted by October 15 2026 are ensured full consideration. For questions please contact . Applications for this position must be submitted electronically at University is located in Houston Texas USA and is a private coeducational nonsectarian university that aspires to path-breaking research unsurpassed teaching and contributions to the betterment of our world. We welcome the fullness of diversity to Rice. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national or ethnic origin genetic information disability or protected veteran status. Also in our candidate pools we seek to attract greater representation ofwomenscholars of color people with disabilitiesveterans and others whohave historically beenunderrepresented in Earth Science; attract students from a wide range of countries and backgrounds; accelerateprogress in buildinga faculty and staff varied in background and thought;and maintain an environment that fosters interaction and understanding withinourcommunity.