Professor of Physical Geography

We are seeking an outstanding physical geographer or environmental scientist who combines scholarly distinction with a collaborative, creative and ambitious approach.

You will be an internationally leading scholar in any area of physical geography that complements and enhances our existing departmental strengths. You will bring experience of attracting external research funding, building productive national and international networks, shaping research strategy, and creating exceptional learning environments.

You will embrace our values of being authentic, adventurous, responsible, creative and collaborative, and be proactive in nurturing a supportive and inclusive academic environment in which students and staff thrive.

About the University
Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

About the Department
The Department of Geography and Environment sits within the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. Geography and Environment is a vibrant academic community, internationally recognised for its interdisciplinary, collaborative research focused on understanding our social and environmental futures.

Our taught programmes include five undergraduate and five postgraduate degrees covering a broad range of human, physical and environmental geography themes. We are consistently positioned in the Top 10 in the UK for Geography and Environment in the major national league tables.

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities is a diverse and inclusive School delivering excellence in learning and teaching, research, and enterprise across the Social Sciences and Humanities. Interdisciplinarity and international encounters are fostered across six departments: Communication and Media; Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy; English; Geography and Environment; International Relations, Politics and History; and Law.

About You

• You should be an established academic leader with a strong international reputation and a proven track record of excellence in research, teaching, enterprise and leadership.
• You should have an established record of attracting external research funding.
• You should be committed to delivering an exceptional learning environment, and to incorporate the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in your academic citizenship.

Why should you Apply?
With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

Staff from under-represented groups in higher education and the physical geography discipline, including those from racialised minorities, who have a physical or invisible disability, or are neurodivergent, are particularly encouraged to apply.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Michael Hoyler, Head of Geography and Environment, via email to M.Hoyler@lboro.ac.uk.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing Date: 22 September 2026

Interviews: 6 November 2026

Our Benefits
We’re committed to creating an environment where you can flourish. You’ll enjoy generous time off, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, plus a holiday purchase scheme. Other benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, family-friendly support, world-class sporting facilities, and a wide range of financial, health, and sustainability perks. Discover more about our full range of rewards and benefits.

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