The University of Virginia Department of Environmental Sciences seeks applications to fill a non-tenure track instructional position during the 2023-2024 academic year. The subject area of particular need is physical geology. The sole instructional responsibilities will be to teach the lecture course “EVSC 2800: Fundamentals of Geology” and supervise 4-5 laboratory sections of “EVSC 2801: Fundamentals of Geology Laboratory” that will be taught by teaching assistants in the fall and spring semesters.

Compensation is $8,000 per course. A terminal degree is expected and preferred but not required. Candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching.

To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and electronically attach the following: (1) a current CV; (2) cover letter that addresses scientific training, prior teaching experience, and commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment; (3) complete contact information for three professional references that can support the applicant's effectiveness as an instructor; and, (4) student evaluations from prior courses the applicant has taught, if any. Search on posting R0046515.

Applications will be considered beginning May 1, 2023 and continuing until the position has been filled.

Questions regarding the position or the online application process should be directed to the Chair of the Department of Environmental Sciences, Howard Epstein, at hee2b@virginia.edu.

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The University will perform online background checks on all new hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master's or terminal degree
Experience: None
Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

COVID Vaccination Requirement and Guidelines

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The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.