Visiting Assistant Professor of Geology
About The Position
The Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences at Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA, invites applications for an entry-level, visiting assistant professor in geology; Ph.D. or ABD required. The position is for the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters. Qualified applicants for this visiting position will have no more than four years of full-time postdoctoral teaching experience at the time of appointment. We seek applicants with a demonstrated ability to successfully work with a diverse student body. The visiting professor will teach two Physical & Environmental Geology lecture sections and two accompanying lab sections in the fall semester and two Evolution of the Earth sections and two accompanying lab sections in the spring semester. Both courses are taught at the introductory level and serve both majors and non-majors. Each section is capped at 24 students. Our department offers B.A. and B.S. degrees in Geosciences. Bucknell’s geosciences program is field intensive and we expect faculty to make use of local field opportunities for labs in the courses. Familiarity with Appalachian geology is desirable. Applications will only be accepted online through Bucknell’s career site (careers.bucknell.edu). Applications must include a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy. Applicants may be contacted for names and contact information of references at a later date. Review of applications will begin March 16, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or ABD required
- No more than four years of full-time postdoctoral teaching experience at the time of appointment
- Demonstrated ability to successfully work with a diverse student body
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Appalachian geology is desirable
Responsibilities
- Teach two Physical & Environmental Geology lecture sections and two accompanying lab sections in the fall semester
- Teach two Evolution of the Earth sections and two accompanying lab sections in the spring semester
Benefits
- Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role
- Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
- An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
- Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
- A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
- A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
