Assistant Associate Professor

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Natural Sciences, through innovative, hands-on and technology-rich learning experiences, prepares students for competitive STEM career opportunities as well as graduate and professional programs. The department fosters a transformative learning experience by promoting active learning, scientific reasoning and critical thinking while maintaining a rigorous academic environment that meets the students where they are, while helping them reach their full potential. Through undergraduate research, traditional graduate and an Accelerated BS-MS programmatic linkage, the department prepares students for and expands access to graduate level education.

Responsibilities

This role plays a pivotal part in advancing our commitment to sustainability education and fostering a culture of academic excellence. This role places a primary emphasis on teaching at the undergraduate level. The presence of the position on the faculty will provide increased intellectual depth and further enhance the quality of teaching and research already underway at ECSU by enhancing active and experiential learning.

Requirements

As a Professor of Sustainability, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of our sustainability curriculum. Your experience in curriculum design and commitment to staying abreast of emerging trends in sustainability education will be invaluable in shaping the academic experiences of our students.

Qualifications

We seek an enthusiastic individual with a PhD or master’s degree in Sustainability or a related field from a recognized institution. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to providing high-quality education to a diverse student population. Your role will primarily involve undergraduate instruction in sustainability, including courses such as environmental studies, sustainable practices, and ecological systems.

Skills

Your role will primarily involve undergraduate instruction in sustainability, including courses such as environmental studies, sustainable practices, and ecological systems. You will also need to integrate research concepts into the classroom, engage students in hands-on experiences, and foster a dynamic and participatory learning environment.

Benefits

Join us in advancing sustainability education with a focus on these critical and impactful areas. We are particularly interested in candidates with a demonstrated commitment to community engagement, diversity, and inclusive teaching. Applicants with expertise in establishing partnerships and collaborative research opportunities in these specific sustainability domains are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The position is a full-time, permanent faculty appointment.