Adjunct Instructor, Environmental Science

Drake; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 5,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Drake University in Des Moines, IA seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach one undergraduate Environmental Justice course for Spring 2027, Wednesdays 4:00–6:50 pm.

Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in environmental studies, sociology, public policy, urban planning, or related field; preferred experience with environmental justice analysis and GIS. Apply online with a cover letter, CV, and two letters of recommendation to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• History, policy, and advocacy of environmental justice knowledge.
• Experience with GIS or similar tools to analyze environmental justice intersections.

Responsibilities

• Teach one undergraduate Environmental Justice course.
• Prepare lectures, assignments, and assessments for the course.
• Support student learning and engagement in environmental justice topics.

Skills

Environmental Justice

GIS

Education

Master's degree

Job description

## Adjunct Instructor, Environmental ScienceApply: Drake University: Part time: Posted Today: JR100024College of Arts and Sciences JM**Department Summary:**The Environmental Science and Sustainability Department at Drake University is an interdisciplinary program with a diverse, integrated education, and extensive field experience designed to support students in today's complex world. Our goal is to immerse students in a multifaceted experience where they will learn about science, policy, economics, ecology, and conservation in the classroom and in the field, but where you can also get to know the professors, engage in research for publications in scientific journals, study in the rainforest, burn prairies to control invasive species, and yes, change the world. **Job Summary:**Drake University's Department of Environmental Science and Sustainability is looking for a qualified person to teach one undergraduate course in Environmental Justice. The course will be offered in the Spring 2027 academic term, beginning on January 25, 2027. The class is scheduled for Wednesdays 4:00 - 6:50 pm. **Minimum Qualifications:**Master's degree in environmental studies, sociology, public policy, urban planning or a related field (or equivalent professional experience in environmental justice work).Demonstrated Knowledge of the history, policy, and advocacy of environmental justice. **Preferred Qualifications:**Knowledge of environmental justice analysis, using GIS or other tools to investigate the intersections among environmental degradation, toxicity, and health. **Special Instructions to Applicants:**For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a cover letter, CV, and two letters of recommendation. If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email [e-mail] A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.