Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 42,930 - 158,230; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking an Environmental Science Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, conduct impactful research, and advise students. The position requires a Ph.D. in environmental science or a related discipline and preference is given to those with higher education teaching experience. Essential skills include effective communication, writing, and applying scientific principles. The average annual salary ranges from $42,930 to $158,230, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in environmental science or a related field required.
• Strong record of research and publication necessary.
• Experience in teaching at higher education levels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review papers or serve on editorial boards for scientific journals.
• Prepare and deliver lectures on hazardous waste management and more.
• Conduct research and publish findings in journals.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula.
• Maintain office hours to assist students.
• Collaborate with colleagues on teaching and research.

Skills

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Learning Strategies

Active Listening

Science

Education

Ph.D. in environmental science or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems

Data analysis software

Online collaboration tools

Job description

What Does it Take to Be an Environmental Science Professor?

Environmental Science Professors teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, review scientific work, conduct research, advise students, and collaborate with colleagues to advance teaching and research.

Environmental Science Professor Responsibilities

• Review papers or serve on editorial boards for scientific journals and review grant proposals for agencies.
• Prepare and deliver lectures on topics such as hazardous waste management, industrial safety, and environmental toxicology.
• Conduct research in a specific field and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and career issues.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in environmental science or a related discipline and have a strong record of research and publication. Experience teaching at the higher‑education level is preferred.

Essential Skills

• Speaking: Communicate effectively with students and colleagues.
• Reading Comprehension: Understand complex texts and research articles.
• Writing: Produce clear written materials, from lecture slides to grant proposals.
• Learning Strategies: Employ appropriate methods to learn and teach new concepts.
• Active Listening: Provide attentive support to students.
• Science: Apply scientific principles to problem‑solving.

Tools and Technologies

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Learning Management Systems such as Blackboard, Moodle, or other LMS platforms
• Data analysis software and environmental modeling tools
• Online collaboration tools such as Google Docs

Benefits and Salary

The average annual salary ranges from $42,930 to $158,230 depending on experience, location, and institution. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.