Visiting Assistant Professor, Geosciences
About The Position
The Department of Geosciences at Skidmore College invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position in oceanography, marine geology, and/or coastal processes for the 2026-2027 beginning late August, 2026. This is a one-year appointment with responsibilities in teaching. Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning. Skidmore’s faculty of teacher-scholars are devoted to the instruction and mentoring of approximately 2500 talented undergraduates. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community. Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, genetic information, prior arrest or conviction record, or any other category protected by law. Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result. CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS
Requirements
- A minimum of a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate geosciences discipline or closely related field by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level
Responsibilities
- Teach 18 contact hours per academic year in oceanography, marine geology, coastal processes or related fields at both introductory and advanced levels.
- Contribute to departmental support of our students.
Benefits
- Skidmore College offers a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits plans provide choice and flexibility to support our employees' needs and those of their families.
- Benefits information: www.skidmore.edu/benefits
- All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 200 United.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
