Pro Tem Instructor (Earth Sciences) - Open Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Oregon seeks to establish a pool of qualified candidates for Pro Tem Instructor positions in Earth Sciences. Depending on departmental needs and qualifications, Pro Tem Instructors may teach lower or upper-division undergraduate Earth Science courses, including introductory sequences.

Positions are limited duration appointments potentially renewable for up to three years, based on programmatic need, funding, and performance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area is required.
• One year of post-secondary instructional experience is required.
• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower or upper-division undergraduate Earth Science courses, including introductory sequences.
• Appointments are limited duration and potentially renewable for up to three years, based on programmatic need, funding, and performance.

Education

Master's degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area

Ph.D. in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area

Job description

Pro Tem Instructor (Earth Sciences) - Open Pool

Department: CAS Earth Sciences

Rank: Instructor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete application must include:

• A current CV/resume.
• Names and contact information for three (3) professionalreferences. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Department Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the intellectual hub ofthe University of Oregon, serving nearly two-thirds of allstudents. Home to more than 800 faculty across 50+ departments andprograms in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences,CAS is a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic community. Ourfaculty and advisors work closely with students to develop criticalthinking, analytical reasoning, and clear communication skills toaddress real-world challenges. CAS staff and managers are integralto this work, playing vital roles in supporting academic excellenceand advancing the mission of both the College and theUniversity.

The Department of Earth Sciences within the College of Arts andSciences supports significant research activities in a wide rangeof fields in Earth and Environmental Science. Research and graduateeducation in the Department of Earth Sciences focuses on subfieldsincluding Geophysics, Volcanology, Climate science, Paleontology,Surface Processes and Planetary Geology. The Department of EarthSciences is also home to the Oregon Hazards Lab and CRESCENT, theCascadia Region Earthquake Science Center, both foundationalpartners in the monitoring and understanding of earthquake andvolcano hazards and their impact to communities in Oregon andWashington.

Position Summary

The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Oregon seeks to establish a pool of qualified candidates interested in Pro TemInstructor positions. Depending on departmental needs and candidatequalifications, Pro Tem Instructors may teach lower or upperdivision undergraduate Earth Science courses, includingintroductory sequences.

Positions are limited duration appointments potentially renewablefor up to a total of three years, based on programmatic need,funding, and performance. Screening of applications will take placeas positions become available and continue until positions arefilled.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or relatedarea.
• One (1) year post-secondary instructional experience.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and studentsfrom a variety of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to contribute to institutional diversity, equity, andinclusion efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences, Geology, or related area.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit ourwebsite.

• health insurance
• retirement plans
• paid time off

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