Adjunct, Environmental Science Program

Saint Joseph's University • Hawk Hill, PA

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About The Position

Saint Joseph's University's Environmental Science Program has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to staff a variety of courses each semester. Trained experts with teaching and/or professional experience and a passion for teaching at the undergraduate level will be given preference. Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 or 2 courses each semester on an 'as needed' basis. Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day and also in the evening. Courses available for adjunct staffing may include: Non-Major lecture and/or lab introductory courses in environmental science. Less often, a few major-level courses may need instructors, including, but not limited to, Environmental Risk Assessment and Management, Environmental Microbiology, Environmental Law, Environmental Toxicology.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in an area of Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related major.

Nice To Haves

• ABD or PhD in an area of Biology or Environmental Science
• Previous teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Teaching a specified course
• Preparation of materials
• Providing support and guidance to students
• Reporting grades
• Keeping posted office hours (1 hr per course)
• Giving prompt, regular feedback to students about their academic performance
• Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically
• Cooperating with course coordinators or other program faculty to assure quality and consistency across the program
• Cooperating in program assessments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree