Adjunct Assistant Professor

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulane University invites applications for a part-time teaching position in the SSE River-Coastal Science and Engineering department in New Orleans, LA. The role focuses on teaching assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses, developing high-quality coursework, and guiding student learning with evidence-based practices.

The ideal candidate holds a Doctorate in a related field and demonstrates strong teaching potential, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and a commitment

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in River and Coastal Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, Oceanography, Hydrology, Geography, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the college or university level, or evidence of strong potential for effective teaching.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Department of River-Coastal Science and Engineering.
• Develop and deliver high-quality course content using evidence-based instructional practices.
• Maintain regular communication with students and provide timely feedback on assignments and assessments.
• Hold appropriate office hours and be available to support student learning and academic success.
• Adhere to departmental, school, and university policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with department faculty and staff as needed to support instructional and academic initiatives.

Skills

Teaching experience

Excellent communication

Education

Doctorate Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Department of River-Coastal Science and Engineering.
• Develop and deliver high-quality course content using evidence-based instructional practices.
• Maintain regular communication with students and provide timely feedback on assignments and assessments.
• Hold appropriate office hours and be available to support student learning and academic success.
• Adhere to departmental, school, and university policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with department faculty and staff as needed to support instructional and academic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in River and Coastal Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geology, Oceanography, Hydrology, Geography, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the college or university level, or evidence of strong potential for effective teaching.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

For further inquiries about this position, please email Dr. Laurie O’Brien at [e-mail]

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail] .

Job Info

• Job Identification 1958
• Job Category Academic and Student Affairs
• Posting Date 09/21/2026, 09:21 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SSE River-Coastal Science and Engineering