Impactful Part-Time Environmental Science Lecturer
Listed on 2026-08-11
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, College Lecturer, Science Teacher
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the academic year.
Position Information
Position Title
Position Title Lecturer in Environmental Science
Academic Year
Academic Year
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The School of Math, Science, and Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Environmental Science in the Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics. The Lecturer will present in-person labs/or lectures in undergraduate, introductory-level environmental science courses. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed during the academic year.
Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period
Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period NA-part-time faculty
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
Basic Instructional Duties:
- Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
- Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
- Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
- Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
- Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
- Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
- Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge
Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge and teaching ability are needed in environmental science, including lectures and labs;
- A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching;
- Ability to deliver instruction online as needed;
- Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
- Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
Required Education
Master’s Degree in Environmental Science OR Master’s Degree in a closely related field with 18 graduate hours in environmental science.
Required Work Experience
None.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching courses in this discipline at the collegiate level.
- Preference will be given to candidates with interest and experience in teaching a diverse population of students and using computers and advanced technology to enhance the educational experience of students, both non-science and science majors.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None specified.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in this discipline.
Posting Number
Posting Number UN1019PO
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 2
Job Type
Job Type Part Time
Job Category
Job Category Faculty
Desired Start Date
Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Reports to Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering
Salary $2,900-$3,500 per 3 hour course, commensurate with experience
Open Date
Open Date 04/13/2026
Close Date
Close Date 04/30/2027
Open Until Filled No
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