Part Time Faculty - Urban and Environmental Studies
About The Position
The Department of Urban Studies and Environmental Studies is hiring part-time lecturers to teach courses in sustainable urban policy and planning; the intersection of urban planning with social and environmental justice; urban systems and processes in the Global South; and geographical information systems (GIS). Teacher-scholars with relevant urban studies expertise from social science disciplines and interdisciplinary fields are welcome to apply. Candidates should submit a cover letter describing their teaching experience and the courses they are able and willing to teach, a CV, and names of references. The minimum salary is $2,657 per unit taught. The position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Requirements
- Expertise in urban studies relevant to the courses offered.
- A master’s degree; candidates with a PhD are preferred.
- Submit a cover letter describing teaching experience and courses the candidate is willing and able to teach, a CV, and names of references.
Nice To Haves
- A PhD.
- Expertise in geography, political science, public policy, planning, ethnic studies, environmental studies, or another relevant social science or interdisciplinary field.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in urban and environmental studies in areas such as sustainable urban policy and planning, social and environmental justice, urban systems in the Global South, and GIS.
- Meet with students individually during office hours.
- Assess all student work.
- Attend training and faculty development events.
- Submit final grades to the Registrar’s office.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
