There is still time to apply for this lecturer position in the Dept. of Geosciences Auburn University.
The search committee has extended the time to apply until the end of April. If you know about geomorphology, weather, and/or climate and enjoy teaching undergrads, please take a look. Geography, Geology, Geoscience, or other related PhDs will be considered.
The person hired will teach our core science series in Global Systems (GS1: Weather and Climate, GS2: Land and Water). Lecturers in our department have the opportunity to work with undergraduate or graduate students on research projects, apply for internal
and external grants, participate in professional development through the Biggio Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, and participate in department governance if they wish. The university senate with the support of our Provost’s office is working
to establish a robust promotion structure that parallels the typical tenure-track as soon as next year.
Lecturer in Physical Geography
Department of Geosciences
Auburn University
The Department of Geosciences at Auburn University invites applications for a 9-month non-tenure track faculty position in Physical Geography beginning August 2023.
The position is a one-year appointment that is renewable subject to annual review of performance, need for services and available funding.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Geography or related disciplines at the time appointment begins with demonstrable teaching experience. The department seeks an enthusiastic
candidate who is committed to teaching excellence, actively engaging undergraduates, and able to teach our undergraduate geography courses. The area of specialty is open, though the ideal candidate would demonstrate the ability to teach a combination of introductory
Weather and Climate, Land and Water, and upper-division Physical Geography courses, as determined by the candidate’s expertise, experience, and department needs. The teaching load will be three courses each semester. Experience with implementing inquiry, project,
or technology-based active learning into teaching will be an asset. Other related duties include preparing course syllabi, grading, maintaining weekly office hours, coordinating and training GTAs for lab instructions, promoting Geography programs and recruiting
majors, and participating in activities in conjunction with the Geosciences Department and College of Sciences and Mathematics. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a letter of application (1-2 pages) describing teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of contributions to diversity
in STEM (click here for
more information), and the names and contact information of three references. To apply please go to https://www.auemployment.com/postings/35939,
complete the online form and upload the required application documents.
Applicants are encouraged to visit the AU website to learn more about Auburn University and the Department of Geosciences (http://www.auburn.edu/academic/cosam/geosciences/).
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples.
Please visit the following link of more information on Auburn’s guidelines: http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/pdf/guidelines-dual-career-services.pdf.
Applicants of this position must be eligible to work in the United States and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Applicants must also possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Review of applications will begin April 3rd, 2023, and will continue until a candidate accepts appointment.
Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Stephanie L. Shepherd, Ph.D. (she,her)
Associate Professor
Co-Director, AUTeach
Dept. of Geosciences
Auburn University
GEOS Office: Haley 2046C
AUTeach Office: Haley 3354
