Assistant Professor/instructor, Geoscience

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: $57,500 instructor; $62,500 assistant profes...
Undergraduate geoscience instruction
Field and laboratory research
Curriculum development
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds.
  • The successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate geology, geography, and geoscience courses, maintain a healthy research agenda involving students, and contribute to curriculum development and university service.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement programs with university contributions.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized public university committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds.

Salary

Base: $57,500 Instructor; $62,500 Assistant Professor; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Undergraduate geoscience instruction
  • Field and laboratory research
  • Curriculum development
  • Student mentoring and advising
  • Use of instructional technology
  • Collaboration with faculty and staff

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Ground Penetrating Radar
  • Ability to promote diverse learning styles
  • Participation in professional development
  • Service on committees
  • Student recruitment involvement

Key Requirements

  • Masters degree for Instructor or PhD for Assistant Professor
  • Teaching experience in geology or related sciences
  • Evidence of undergraduate research interests
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experience in student recruitment and advising
  • Ability to utilize instructional technology
  • Legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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