Assistant Professor/instructor, Geoscience

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $57,500 for instructor; $62,500 for assistan...
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Masters or phd in geology/geography/geoscience
Teach undergraduate geology and geography courses
Maintain field and laboratory research agenda
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant Professor or Instructor in Geoscience, focusing on environmental science and GIS, to join their Physical Sciences Department by August 2026. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development and research initiatives

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching undergraduate level geoscience courses including Physical Geology, Earth Science, and Geographic Information Systems.
  • The successful candidate will mentor Geoscience students and maintain a healthy field and laboratory research agenda involving undergraduates.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs ranging from 5 to 10 percent.

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant Professor or Instructor in Geoscience, focusing on environmental science and GIS, to join their Physical Sciences Department by August 2026. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development and research initiatives.

Salary

Base: $57,500 for Instructor; $62,500 for Assistant Professor; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Masters or PhD in Geology/Geography/Geoscience
  • Teach undergraduate geology and geography courses
  • Maintain field and laboratory research agenda

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
  • Evidence of undergraduate research interests
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum Masters degree for Instructor role
  • PhD required for Assistant Professor role
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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