Assistant Professor of Critical Minerals and Environmental Geochemistry

Appalachian State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University invites applications for a GEOSCIENCE faculty position to develop and teach upper-level undergraduate courses in critical minerals and aqueous/environmental geochemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum design and field-based learning experiences, mentoring students, and contributing to departmental outreach.

Additional responsibilities may include supporting existing courses such as Global Biogeochemical Cycles (GES 3310), introductory

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach geology/geoscience topics at upper undergraduate level.
• Experience in developing new courses or updating existing curricula.
• Familiarity with field-based learning and laboratory instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach upper-level undergraduate courses on critical minerals and aqueous/environmental geochemistry.
• Support existing courses such as Global Biogeochemical Cycles (GES 3310) and introductory lectures/labs.
• Contribute to research/field methods courses (GES 2750/2751/2752) based on expertise.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Geochemistry

Education

Ph.D. in geology, geoscience, environmental science, or closely related field

Job description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

This candidate will develop and teach upper-level undergraduate courses on:

• critical minerals
• aqueous or environmental geochemistry

Additional teaching responsibilities may include supporting one or more existing courses such as: Global Biogeochemical Cycles ( GES 3310), introductory lectures and/or labs, or research/field methods classes ( GES 2750/2751/2752), depending on the candidate's area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must have a Ph.D. in geology, geoscience, environmental science, or a closely related field at the time of appointment.