Instructional Associate Professor - Geology and Geological Engineering

Department:

Geology & Geological Engineering

Job Summary:

Job Description:

The Department of Geology & Geological Engineering in the School of Engineering at the University of Mississippi invites applicants for a full-time, 9-month Instructional Associate Professor position (non-tenure track) to begin ASAP. Teaching responsibilities will include geology courses for non-majors; courses supporting undergraduate and graduate degrees in geology and geological engineering; assisting with instructional laboratories; advise graduate students, and participation in instruction of summer field camps (field camps are outside of the nine-month contract and qualify for additional compensation). Additional summer teaching opportunities for additional pay may be available, yet summer employment is not always guaranteed. The candidate is also expected to contribute to departmental service.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a closely related field by the appointment start date. Candidates should also demonstrate a record of excellence in undergraduate teaching, with at least 10 years of experience.

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Job Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities will include geology courses for non-majors; courses supporting undergraduate and graduate degrees in geology and geological engineering; assisting with instructional laboratories; advise graduate students, and participation in instruction of summer field camps (field camps are outside of the nine-month contract and qualify for additional compensation). Additional summer teaching opportunities for additional pay may be available, yet summer employment is not always guaranteed. The candidate is also expected to contribute to departmental service.

Application materials are:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for at least 3 professional references
• Concise Teaching Statement
• Teaching Evaluations

Education Qualifications:

Experience:

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement:

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