Environmental Science Professor

Job Title: Environmental Science, Conservation, and Ecology Assistant Professor

We are seeking a highly qualified and dynamic individual to join our faculty as an Assistant Professor of Environmental Science, Conservation, and Ecology. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching primarily undergraduate courses in environmental science, conservation, and ecology, as well as performing service activities within the Department of Environmental Science and Policy and the College of Science.

About the Department:

The Department of Environmental Science and Policy at George Mason University is a leading institution in the field of environmental science and policy. Our faculty is committed to advancing access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout our STEM community, including within our hiring and retention practices. We believe that a diversity of opinions, cultures, and perspectives is what provides vibrancy, innovation, and growth to an academic community.

About the Position:

We are looking for a broadly trained candidate with expertise in ecology, conservation, and environmental science. The expected teaching responsibility for this position is the equivalent of four courses per semester. The courses would be assigned based on the department's need for course offerings while aligning with the individual's background and expertise. Preference will be given to the expertise of conservation biology, applied ecology, wildlife conservation and management, or environmental horticulture.

Responsibilities:

• Teach primarily undergraduate courses in environmental science, conservation, and ecology.
• Perform service activities within the Department of Environmental Science and Policy and the College of Science.

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in a related field or have a conferred PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Teaching expertise in ecology, conservation, and environmental science and related fields.
• Strong knowledge in the specific academic field, keeping up-to-date with the latest research and advancements.
• Demonstrated record of teaching excellence.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts and ideas to students.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to design and implement engaging and effective curriculum.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to balance teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to mentor and guide students in their academic and professional growth.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in an academic, higher education setting.
• Experience in communicating science to the general public and/or non-scientists.
• Experience teaching in a 4-year University setting.

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Environmental Science, Conservation, and Ecology Assistant Professor at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent, CV, and Philosophy of Teaching for review.

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