Adjunct Instructor - Davis College Natural Resources and Environment at West Virginia University

, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Teaching, Student-Centered Instruction, Inclusive Pedagogy, Experiential Learning, Professional Experience, Agriculture, Design, Education, Natural Resources, Industry

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at West Virginia University (WVU) invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty to support the Davis College’s academic school of Natural Resources and Environment. Appointments are on a semester-by-semester basis with varying instructional needs depending on course enrollments and faculty availability. Positions will begin January 2026. The College’s mission is rooted in the land-grant tradition—preparing students for impactful careers, advancing knowledge through research and innovation, and serving the people of West Virginia and beyond. Davis College faculty and students address global and regional challenges in agriculture, food security, environmental sustainability, community design, animal and human health, and natural resource stewardship. A graduate degree relevant to the course(s) taught is required at the time of appointment; a doctoral degree is preferred. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and teach undergraduate and/or graduate students. Experience with student-centered instruction, inclusive pedagogy, and/or experiential learning approaches is desirable. Professional experience in applied settings relevant to the course(s) taught (e.g., agriculture, design, education, natural resources, industry) is preferred. Application Process To apply, visit https://careers.wvu.edu/career-opportunities. Applicants should submit: A cover letter indicating discipline(s) and course(s) of interest, availability, and relevant teaching or professional experience A current curriculum vitae A brief statement of teaching philosophy Contact information for at least three professional references Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis as instructional needs arise. About the Davis College Established in 1867, the Davis College is the oldest academic unit at WVU and reflects the land-grant mission through interdisciplinary programs in agriculture, design, natural resources, and the life sciences. The College fosters a learning environment where students engage in hands-on experiences, research, and community partnerships that build meaningful, purpose-driven careers.

Responsibilities

The adjunct instructor will support the academic school of Natural Resources and Environment at the Davis College. Responsibilities will vary based on course enrollments and faculty availability.