Oxford College, a unique two-year liberal arts undergraduate college within Emory University,invites applications fora tenure-track position in Environmental Science at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin August 1, 2027. We seek applications from candidates who can contribute to the educational and intellectual vibrancy and diversity of the academic community through their teaching, research, and service. We seek candidates committed to joining an academic community dedicated to teaching and mentoring a diverse population of motivated first- and second-year undergraduates, maintaining an active program of scholarship, and engaging in service broadly defined.
We seek a broadly-trained environmental scientist with expertise in environmental policy and the ability to teach within the natural sciences. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach an introductory Environmental Policy course, as well as our Introduction to Environmental Studies course, which covers topics such as sustainability, biogeochemical cycles, ecology, Earth systems, energy resources, and climate change, and includes a field-based lab component. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to develop additional courses for both majors and non-majors, including a first-year discovery seminar, based on their expertise. Candidates with the flexibility to contribute to a range of courses within the environmental science curriculum are especially encouraged to apply.
The typical teaching load for Oxford College faculty in the sciences is two courses, with associated labs (or the equivalent) each semester. Prospective candidates will have a commitment to excellence in teaching as well as engagement in an active research program with the potential to involve undergraduates.The Oxford Science Building, which opened in 2016, is designed to promote student-faculty collaboration, scholarship, and innovative teaching in STEM. In addition to excellent facilities, Oxford College has several programs to support teaching, professional development, and grant seeking, such as the Oxford Center for Teaching and Scholarship.
Who we are:
One of Emory University’s four schools partnering in undergraduate education, Oxford College provides approximately 1000 first- and second-year students of high academic profile an intensive liberal-arts program for the first two years of their Emory bachelor’s degree. Located 36 miles east of Atlanta on Emory’s original campus in Oxford, Georgia, Oxford College immerses students in a small liberal arts campus community emphasizing discovery, exploration, and reflection both in and beyond the classroom. For more information about Oxford College and for a full list of open positions, visit http://oxford.emory.edu/hiring
Qualifications:
Required –
· A Ph.D. in environmental science or a sub-discipline, completed by date of appointment.
Preferred –
· Candidates with experience in inquiry-based teaching, student-centered learning, and the potential to involve Oxford undergraduate students in research are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following items through Interfolio by October 5:
· A cover letter describing the candidate's qualifications for the position, how they intend to work with students of various interests and backgrounds, and their interest in working at a liberal arts college with first- and second-year students.
· Curriculum vitae (CV)
· Teaching Statement: a 1–2-page teaching statement that articulates the candidate’s teaching philosophy, outlines specific teaching goals, describes their approach to inclusive teaching practices, and details past participation in, or future plans for, professional development related to teaching.
· Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (one PDF, no more than 8 pages) Materials that document the teaching practices and outcomes described in the candidate’s teaching statement. These might include syllabi or proposed syllabi, teaching evaluations, evidence of participation in teaching workshops or other professional development, or sample assignments and assessments.
· Scholarship statement: a 1–2-page scholarship statement describing research interests and goals that can be accomplished in a setting like Oxford College and any potential to involve Oxford undergraduate students.
· Graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable).
· Names and contact information for three potential references. These will only be contacted should the candidate advance to the Zoom interview round.
Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should apply by October 5 to ensure full consideration. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Sarah Fankhauser (sarah.fankhauser@emory.edu), chair of the search committee.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
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