Associate Teaching Professor of Geology

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science; Goodwell (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

William & Mary invites applications for a 4-year, non-tenure track Associate Teaching Professor of Geology. The appointment begins August 10, 2027, and includes a 3-3 teaching load with a mix of undergraduate lecture and lab courses, plus the regional field geology offering (GEOL 310).

The ideal candidate will teach introductory geology, contribute to general education requirements, and support ongoing curriculum improvement. No research requirements are stated.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geology, Earth and Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Completed 18 graduate credit hours in Geology or related field.
• Ability to teach Introductory Geology and other courses in the applicant’s area.
• Ph.D. preferred at start of appointment (Aug 10, 2027).
• Previous teaching experience at the introductory level.
• Experience developing and teaching field-based activities.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring practices that advance student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate lecture-based and lab-based geology courses.
• Contribute to the Regional Field Geology (GEOL 310) course.
• Maintain curricula current with advances in geology.
• Demonstrate effective teaching and support student learning.

Education

Master’s degree in Geology or related field

18 graduate credit hours in Geology or related field

PhD in Geology/Earth and Environmental Science (preferred)

Tools

Teaching experience

Introductory Geology instruction

Field-based teaching

Student mentoring

Job description

Job Requisition:

JR102109 Associate Teaching Professor of Geology (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Associate Teaching Professor of Geology

Department:

CC00101 WM001 | CAS | Geology Dept

Job Family:

Faculty - Non-Tenure Track (Less than 12 months)

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (requires end date - benefited) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

McGlothlin Street Hall

Primary Job Posting Location:

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

The Department/Program of Geology at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 4-year, non-tenure track Associate Teaching Professor instructional position that will begin August 10, 2027. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion per the Teaching Faculty Framework.

We seek an individual with expertise in and enthusiasm for teaching introductory geology courses. The successful applicant will have the expertise to teach in both undergraduate lecture-based and lab-based geology courses. Additional teaching expectations will include undergraduate courses in the applicant’s area of expertise that contribute to the geology curriculum and/or general education requirements. The applicant may also contribute to our Regional Field Geology (GEOL 310), which is a field-based course that brings undergraduate students to a selected region around the world. There is no expectation of research scholarship. The successful applicant will have demonstrated a commitment to providing high-quality geology education. In practice, this will involve keeping the curricula current with the advances in the discipline and actively participating in the continuous improvement of the introductory geology curriculum. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree is required in Geology, Earth and Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Applicants must have completed 18 graduate credit hours in Geology, Earth and Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Ability to teach Introductory Geology and other lecture, lab, and seminar-style courses in the applicant’s area of expertise that could contribute to the geology curriculum and/or general education requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Geology, Earth and Environmental Science, or a related field or ABD is preferred at the time the appointment begins (August 10, 2027).

• Previous teaching experience at the introductory level.

• Experience developing and teaching field-based activities.

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and success of all learner/scholars.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation.

Information on the degree programs in the Department of Geology may be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/geology/.

Benefits:

William & Mary offers our full-time employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. Housing Relocation Resources are also available to help new employees transition successfully to the area. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus, to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

Additional Job Description:

Job Profile:

JP0385 - Associate Professor (Less than 12 months) NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Qualifications:

Compensation Grade:

S99

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-09-18

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Term

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Background Check:

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Probationary Period Notice:

Individuals selected for full-time staff positions will be required to complete a twelve (12) month probationary period in accordance with university policy.

Remote Work Disclaimer:

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.