Visiting Assistant Professor

INTRODUCTION

The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Connecticut (Storrs) invites applications for a non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor starting in Fall 2024. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s entry-level earth science curriculum by teaching traditional and themed introductory earth sciences courses. We seek a dynamic and motivated individual who is enthusiastic about the opportunity to lead large lecture courses and dedicated to facilitating inclusive and engaging classroom environments. This is a nine-month position. Although this position is teaching-focused, the successful candidate will be encouraged to continue their scholarly research and collaborate with current faculty. For additional information about our department, visit us at https://earthsciences.uconn.edu/.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in geosciences or a related discipline.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience.
  
  

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor. Salary will be set at $60,000. The anticipated start date will be in Fall 2024. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online to Search 498519 and submit the following additional application materials:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.),
• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts,
• Contact information for three (3) references,
  
  

Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For more information regarding the Department of Earth Sciences please visit the department’s website at www.earthsciences.uconn.edu.

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.