Assistant Professor of Instruction - Environmental Studies / Non-Tenured Track

at  University of Texas at Dallas

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The School of Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Texas at Dallas is hiring a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Instruction for the fall of 2024. This position involves teaching four Interdisciplinary Studies courses per semester. These courses will include environmental studies courses, advanced writing, and upper-division courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. A Ph.D. in an interdisciplinary field and teaching experience is required.
We are seeking an instructor who is committed to interdisciplinary approaches, creative pedagogy, and building our programs. Field of research specialization is open. Salary is negotiable and includes a full benefits package.
The appointment commences for the fall 2024 semester.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education and Experience: Candidates must have a PhD and demonstrate their commitment to excellence in teaching and service. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence;
• Prepare and teach undergraduate and/or graduate classes;
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested;
• Mentor and/or advise undergraduate and/or graduate students;
• Engage in service within the academic unit, the university, and the profession as appropriate based on teaching and research constraints;
• Teach eight (8) classes each academic year