Assistant Professor/instructor, Geoscience

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Instructor: $57,500; assistant professor: $62,500 ...
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Environmental science and gis emphasis
Teach introductory lectures and labs
Mentor geoscience students
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant Professor or Instructor in Geoscience to begin in August 2026. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses in geoscience, particularly in geology, GIS, and environmental science, while also engaging in research and curriculum development. **

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is seeking a broadly trained geoscientist with an emphasis on environmental science and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for an Instructor or Assistant Professor position.
  • The successful candidate will teach undergraduate geoscience courses, mentor students, maintain a research agenda involving undergraduates, and contribute to curriculum development.
  • The position offers a salary range of $57,500 for Instructor and $62,500 for Assistant Professor, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

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** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant Professor or Instructor in Geoscience to begin in August 2026. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses in geoscience, particularly in geology, GIS, and environmental science, while also engaging in research and curriculum development. **

Salary

Instructor: $57,500; Assistant Professor: $62,500

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Environmental science and GIS emphasis
  • Teach introductory lectures and labs
  • Mentor geoscience students
  • Maintain field and laboratory research agenda
  • Curriculum development for Geoscience Program

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborate and transform learning
  • Stimulate next generation of learners
  • Promote student success
  • Foster teamwork and positive work atmosphere

Key Requirements

  • Master's (Instructor) or PhD (Assistant Professor) in Geology/Geography/Geoscience
  • Teaching experience in geology or science
  • Evidence of undergraduate research interests
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Superior people skills
  • Ability to utilize instructional technology

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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