Part-time Faculty, Environmental Science

Summary of Position

This position is to teach two or three Introduction to Environmental Science Lab (ENST
1500L) sections with the possibility of teaching Introduction to Environmental Science lectures (ENST
1500).

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences offers bachelor's degrees in Geology and Environmental Studies and an MS degree in Environmental Science. The department emphasizes an applied approach to learning and student engagement in faculty-directed research.

The department consists of six full-time tenured faculty and seven part-time faculty with industry roots. The department programs have approximately 120 students. Typical sophomore, junior and senior-level courses have a student/faculty ratio of 15:1.

Position Information

Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university-provided tools and resources.

Ability to contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching.

An Institution of Opportunity:

YSUinspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.

As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for lifelong learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development.

YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education.

Qualifications and Competencies

Minimum Qualifications:

At least a Master's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field. Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. Collegiate teaching experience and/or geoscience industry experience are ideal.

Supplemental Information

Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file.

At the time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided electronically or in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date, and Registrar's signature.