Lecturer,Marine Science,Department of Marine Science Job New London area,Connecticut USA,Education / Teaching

Lecturer, Marine Science, Department of Marine Science

Location: New London, CT

Hiring Agency: United States Coast Guard

Announcement Number:

School: Science, Mathematics and the Humanities

Department: Marine Science

Supervisory: No

Telework Eligible: No

Salary Range: Step 10 ($88,297) – Step 25 ($125,115)

Pay Plan/Series/Grade: AD-1710-00

Position Title: Lecturer in Marine Science

Opening Period: Open until filled; first cut-off date is June 28, 2026

Temporary or Permanent: Temporary

Relocation Authorized: No

Security Clearance: Not required

Position Type: 12-month

Description

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Marine Science Department invites applications for a Lecturer in Marine Science. The desired start date is August 10, 2026.

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is a highly selective federal military college that provides a rigorous undergraduate program and is committed to building a talented faculty of teacher‑scholars who collaborate to provide a multi‑disciplinary and hands‑on approach to learning and leadership development. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This will be an appointment in the excepted service to a full‑time position on the academic faculty for a period not to exceed August 21, 2027. Non‑competitive extensions past the initial contract period may be made in accordance with government instructions if a vacancy exists. The first two years of appointment to federal service is a trial period.

The work schedule is full-time. This position is not eligible for telework and not eligible for remote work. All teaching is done in person. Relocation expenses are not authorized. Travel is not required.

Salary offers may be made outside of the listed range for exceptional candidates.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach marine science courses and laboratories in Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography, Marine Biology, or Geospatial Sciences. The teaching load will be 9–15 contact hours per semester during the school year. The selectee may also be required to supervise cadet‑directed studies projects in marine and environmental sciences fields and participate in leadership and professional development activities with students outside of class.

Over the summer, the selectee will perform institutional assessment, course preparations for the following year, support evaluation of incoming students, and other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Oceanography, Marine Science, Geospatial Sciences, Applied Sciences, Ocean/Environmental Engineering, or related degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should possess an ability to teach undergraduate courses in marine science, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, marine biology, geospatial sciences, and/or data visualization.

Should have previous experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.

Teamwork skills, the ability to demonstrate initiative, and the ability to be adaptable in the context of a student‑centered institution are very desirable.

Interpersonal, teaching and effective written and oral communication skills are essential.

A record of scholarship and publication in related fields is desirable.

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

Curriculum vitae (Resume). Please submit this file using the file name "
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A Letter of Application. Please submit this file using the file name "
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A narrative description of how you meet the minimum degree and specialized experience qualifications, as well as the additional qualifications criteria specified in this vacancy announcement. The letter provides a narrative description; the CV must reflect the qualifications.

Listing names, mailing addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.

Finalists for the position will be required to provide proof of Education Requirement (Unofficial Transcripts).

You may submit this now with your application, or, when directed by the search committee chair. If included with the application, please submit this file using the file name "
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Finalists will be required to…