Adjunct Teaching - Biology - BIO 559R: Polar Ecology

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

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About The Position

Adjunct Teaching position for Biology BIO 559R: Polar Ecology. Primary responsibilities include instruction and course delivery, student research project mentoring, field expedition leadership, safety, and daily operations, logistics and project management, assessment, grading, and learning outcomes, and student experience and mentorship culture.

Requirements

MS or PhD in ecology, biology, environmental science, or a closely related field, with relevant expertise (polar, alpine, boreal, soil, or field-based ecology strongly aligned). The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor students in experimental design and field methods.
Significant field experience, including comfort supervising students in remote environments and managing dynamic field conditions.
Strong organizational and project-management skills (multi-part logistics, gear, schedules, budgets, and coordination with external partners).
Commitment to safety culture and risk management in field settings.
Ability to work collaboratively with course faculty, staff, and teaching assistants.