The Environmental Studies Concentration at Soka University of America (SUA) invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Environmental Studies beginning Fall 2026.
The successful candidate will be an environmental scientist with relevant teaching or disciplinary experience to teach courses such as Climate Change (EOS 402), Water Resources (EOS 322), and/or Sustainable Agriculture (EOS 280) These are interdisciplinary courses that link science and policy.
Qualified candidates are expected to hold a PhD. in a relevant environmental field and have demonstrated success teaching related courses at the college or university level. Evidence of scholarly work and a demonstrated ability to inspire and attract Liberal Arts students to environmental courses will be highly valued.
Candidates should demonstrate responsiveness toward and understanding of diverse student backgrounds and experiences. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the university’s mission to develop global citizens. Having the ability and willingness to work collegially is essential, as is an understanding of our interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum.
Soka University of America:
Soka University of America (SUA), located in Aliso Viejo, California, is a private, non-sectarian liberal arts college founded on the values of peace, human rights, and the sanctity of life. It offers a unique and global Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts degree with five Concentrations, and has a commitment to fostering a learning environment that emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and intercultural understanding. SUA's small and multinational student body, approximately 450 undergraduates, ensures personalized attention and a close-knit academic community. The university's curriculum is rooted in the liberal arts tradition and incorporates a strong international perspective, requiring students to study abroad for a semester. Faculty members at SUA have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary teaching and research, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a strong commitment to faculty development and academic freedom. The campus is known for its beautiful architecture, serene environment, and a culture that values dialogue, diversity, and the holistic development of its students.
Soka University is committed to a dynamic teaching pedagogy that prioritizes active learning through experiential projects, group discussions, and real-world applications. We place a strong emphasis on inclusive pedagogy, fostering a classroom environment where students from diverse backgrounds feel acknowledged, respected, and empowered. Our instructional approach aims to not only disseminate knowledge but also to cultivate critical thinkers and compassionate leaders.
Applicants should submit the following materials:
(1) Letter of application addressing the required qualifications;
(2) A curriculum vitae;
(3) Evidence of teaching effectiveness;
(4) A teaching statement that describes their teaching experience in relevant courses, specifically a philosophy that should reflect how the candidate would address teaching needs in a liberal arts environment and address diverse backgrounds and viewpoints (maximum two pages, single-spaced;) and
(5) Contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation will be requested prior to interviews through the Interfolio platform.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Employment Eligibility:
Employment is contingent on the completion of a successful background check.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete Form I-9 on their first day of employment and provide documentation verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States. Acceptable documents are listed at: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Salary: The anticipated salary range for this position is $5931 - $7200 per course and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Apply for the Part-Time Adjunct Instructor of Environmental Studies Position
For inquiries, e-mail: facultyrecruiting@soka.edu
Soka University of America is an equal-opportunity employer.
Soka University of America is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. SUA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (which includes employees who hold or present a driver's license issued under section 12801.9 of the Vehicle Code), ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender (which includes gender identity, gender expression, and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, religious creed (which includes all aspects of religious belief, observance, and practice including religious dress and grooming practices), physical disability, mental disability, age, legally protected medical condition (which includes genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, employees requesting accommodation of a disability or religious belief, employees on public assistance or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. SUA also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
