Assistant Professor/instructor, Geoscience

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $57,500 for instructor; base: $62,500 for as...
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Masters or phd in geology/geography/geoscience
Teaching experience in geology or science
Evidence of undergraduate research interests
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant Professor or Instructor in Geoscience, focusing on environmental science and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring students, and maintaining a research agenda, with a start date in August 2026. **

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching undergraduate level geoscience courses including Geology, GIS, Physical Geology, and Earth Science.
  • 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 Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring students, and maintaining a research agenda, with a start date in August 2026. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Masters or PhD in Geology/Geography/Geoscience
  • Teaching experience in geology or science
  • Evidence of undergraduate research interests

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to utilize instructional technology

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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