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University of Miami

Lecturer in Geological Science

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


Lecturer in Geological ScienceApply locations: Miami, FL

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 11 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R100080926

The Department of Marine Geosciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, University of Miami, invites applications for a full-time Lecturer to broaden and enhance the undergraduate mission of the Department of Marine Geosciences.

The successful candidate is expected to teach a selection of non-major and major introductory geology courses. Introductory courses would be in the vein of Evolution of the Solar System, Evolution of the Biosphere, The Global Environment, Geological Influences on Society, Natural Disasters, The Geologic Record, Geology of the National Parks, and Earth Systems. An ability to teach upper-level undergraduate classes like Mineralogy and Petrology would be viewed favorably.

The successful candidate will teach 12 credits/units in the fall and 12 credits/units in the spring. Each class meets for three hours per week. The lecturer will prepare class materials, deliver lectures in person at the University's main campus in Coral Gables, grade examinations, and provide office hours to students.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) and demonstrated the ability to be an engaging and inspiring educator.

Questions should be directed to Dr. James Klaus, the Undergraduate Program Director for the Department of Marine Geosciences (jklaus@earth.miami.edu). Applications will only be accepted electronically via the UM Careers website.

Applications shall include:

Letter of interest that describes your anticipated contributions to teaching and service in the Department of Marine Geosciences

Current CV

Teaching statement

The names of three colleagues who can provide us with a reference

The positions will remain open until filled. The University of Miami is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Faculty

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