Senior Lecturer

Senior Lecturer

The Department of Geography seeks a Senior Lecturer to teach 2 courses in Autumn Semester 2026. In addition to teaching, the Senior Lecturer prepares syllabi and course materials for assigned courses, holds office hours, grades assignments and submits grades by deadlines, and communicates regularly with students.

Performance Objectives

• Planning and organizing instruction in ways which maximize student learning
• Meeting scheduled classes and office hours in accordance with university policy
• Ensuring curriculum implementation and course preparation in accordance with department standards
• Preparing homework and exams, evaluating, and returning student work in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintaining accurate records of students' progress and submitting final grade roster in accordance with established university deadlines
• Maintaining confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

Doctorate in a field appropriate to the subject matter to be taught, along with evidence of ability to provide high quality instruction; or a Master's degree and at least five years of teaching experience with documentation of high-quality performance.

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