Full-time Lecturer and Adviser for Earth and Environmental Sciences
University of Pennsylvania

Full-time Lecturer and Adviser for Earth and Environmental Sciences


Location: Philadelphia, PA
Open Date: Sep 11, 2024
Deadline:

Full-time Lecturer and Adviser for Earth and Environmental Sciences

The College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) and the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a full-time Lecturer A to teach courses in the undergraduate and professional graduate programs, and to serve as an academic adviser for students in the Masters in Environmental Studies program.

Duties will include teaching five courses per academic year. Three courses will be taught at the undergraduate level serving the department's majors in Earth & Environmental Science (EESC) and Environmental Studies (ENVS) as well as College general education requirements, and may include introductory level courses in Earth System Science, natural hazards and disasters, environmental science, or spatial analysis. Two courses will be taught at the graduate level serving the Masters of Environmental Studies or Master of Science in Applied Geosciences program, and may include courses in the candidate's area of expertise. In addition to these teaching duties, the successful candidate willserve as an academic adviser for assigned Masters of Environmental Studies students, review applications and interview applicants for the MES, and attend recruitment events for the EES professional masters programs as needed.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Earth or Environmental Sciences, and a minimum of 1-2 years of teaching experience. Knowledge and experience of academic advising is preferred.

This is a full-time, 12-month appointment and is renewable on an annual basis for up to two additional years subject to satisfactory performance and approval by the Dean.

Applicants must apply online at apply.interfolio.com/154279. Please submit a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, course evaluations if available (including written comments), and two letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin on Friday, October 2, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

We seek candidates who share our strong commitment to research, teaching and mentoring, and to a scholarly community shaped by values of inclusive excellence. The School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania is committed to cultivating and sustaining a community of students, scholars, researchers, and staff that reflects the diversity of our world. We nurture working and learning environments that are affirming, equitable, and inclusive. As a community, we are committed to thoughtful discussions and dynamic interactions as we strive for an environment where everyone is supported and valued. Please see our School's Inclusion and Antiracism Initiatives to learn more about our active priorities: https://www.sas.upenn.edu/office-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/news/2020-inclusion-and-anti-racism-initiatives.



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The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).










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