Visiting Assistant Professor of Geology

Albion College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Geology in the Department of Earth & Environment. Albion is dedicated to the highest quality in undergraduate education led by our teacher-scholar faculty. Our teacher-scholar model creates a vibrant community that cherishes faculty and student relationships and faculty scholarly contributions. We seek applicants with a passion for dynamic teaching, committed mentorship of students, and the liberal arts.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Geology and demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching in a liberal arts environment. The teaching load consists of two lectures and two laboratory sections per semester. The successful candidate will teach 100-level geology courses, including Introductory Geology and Natural Disasters, along with associated laboratory sections. While the ability to teach introductory GIS is preferred, it is not required. Additional courses may be assigned based on the department's needs. For more information about the department, please visit our website: Earth & Environmental Department. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Thom WIlch ()

In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will also be expected to assist students in connecting to campus resources and support services. Department colleagues and technical staff will provide resources and support to assist with teaching, and the College's Center for Teaching & Learning offers additional resources to enhance the teaching experience.

We encourage applications from individuals who will help us create a more inclusive Albion College by showing interest in developing inclusive pedagogies to address the needs of a diverse student body and, when possible, demonstrating excellence with successful creative activity, scholarship or research that involves students.

Albion College is located in Albion, Michigan. The city of Albion is located in south central Michigan. It is within a one hour drive of Ann Arbor, Lansing and Battle Creek.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for full benefits including health/dental/vision insurance, retirement, tuition remission, and campus amenities including free on-site fitness facility, free parking, and access to campus events/performances.

FLSA Classification: Salaried / Exempt / Teacher

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Position Duration: 9 months per year (mid-August through mid-May)

Ph.D. preferred (ABD accepted)

Teaching experience preferred