Professor of Practice in Environmental Science

Stonehill College • Easton, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Stonehill College's Environmental Science & Studies Department is seeking a full-time Professor of Practice with a focus on Environmental Health and Environmental Justice, starting Fall 2027. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate courses that explore the connections between environmental science, public health, and social equity, enabling students to understand the causes and impacts of environmental harm, particularly on vulnerable populations. The department offers a B.A. in Environmental Studies, a B.S. in Environmental Science, and a 3+2 Environmental Engineering Dual Degree program with the University of Notre Dame, along with an affiliated minor.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Public Health, or a closely related field.
• Commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship within a liberal arts environment.
• Demonstrated dedication to inclusive teaching practices and working with a diverse student body.
• Experience or interest in interdisciplinary collaboration with nursing, public health, or health science programs.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in environmental justice and health equity.
• Knowledge of social determinants of environmental health.
• Understanding of climate change and its unequal health burdens.
• Familiarity with toxic exposure, pollution, and environmental racism.
• Experience with community and occupational health disparities.
• Knowledge of environmental policy and regulatory frameworks related to public health.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in environmental health, environmental justice, environmental writing, and related subjects within the B.A. and B.S. curricula.
• Teach four courses per semester, including a mix of general education and upper-level Environmental Studies major courses.
• Collaborate with faculty from Environmental Studies, Nursing, and Health Sciences, as well as the Stonehill Farm, on environmental health initiatives.
• Establish a dedicated focus in Environmental Health within the department.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate students, potentially overseeing community-engaged and place-based research.
• Participate in departmental governance, curriculum development, and college-wide service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: professor
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree