Assistant Professor/instructor, Geoscience

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $57,500 for instructor; $62,500 for assistan...
Teach undergraduate geology and gis courses
Mentor students in field and laboratory research
Develop curriculum for geoscience degree program
The position involves teaching undergraduate level geoscience courses including Geology, GIS, Physical Geology, and World Regional Geography

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching undergraduate level geoscience courses including Geology, GIS, Physical Geology, and World Regional Geography.
  • The successful candidate will maintain a healthy field and laboratory research agenda involving undergraduate students and contribute to the growth of the Geoscience program.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs ranging from 5 to 10 percent.

Matching Summary

The position involves teaching undergraduate level geoscience courses including Geology, GIS, Physical Geology, and World Regional Geography.

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

  • Teach undergraduate geology and GIS courses
  • Mentor students in field and laboratory research
  • Develop curriculum for Geoscience Degree Program

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Masters degree for Instructor or PhD for Assistant Professor in Geology/Geography/Geoscience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on first day of employment
  • Pass criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Registry check

Work Rights

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

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