Assistant Professor of Environmental Science
About The Position
Maryville College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Environmental Science position beginning in August 2027. The College seeks a broadly trained Environmental Scientist to teach a sophomore-level Earth System Processes course, upper-level Environmental Science courses, and General Education courses. Supervision of undergraduate research projects is expected. The successful candidate will contribute to a student-centered liberal arts education and may work within a division with active research partnerships with the National Park Service in Great Smoky Mountains National Park and access to campus teaching and research facilities, including a multi-use forest and a forthcoming science facility.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in an Environmental Science discipline or a closely related discipline; candidates who will complete the Ph.D. by August 2027 will be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated excellence as an innovative teacher.
- Understanding of a student-centered undergraduate experience within a liberal arts education.
- Successful experience mentoring a diverse student population.
- Proven ability to advise undergraduate research.
Responsibilities
- Teach a sophomore-level Earth System Processes course.
- Teach upper-level Environmental Science courses.
- Teach General Education courses.
- Supervise undergraduate research projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
