Non-tenure track Structural Geology Position

Position Title
Non-tenure track Structural Geology Position

Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track

Position Number
096601

Department
Geological and Environmental Sciences - 250350

Minimum Qualifications

We seek a geoscientist with undergraduate geology teaching experience in both lecture and laboratory settings, specifically to teach Structural Geology ( GES 3150) as well as a writing-intensive sophomore-level science communication and career preparation course ( GES 2750 Careers in Earth and Environmental Science).

The candidate must have an M.S. or higher degree in geology or a related field at the time of appointment and must possess a strong commitment to undergraduate education.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

Structural Geology

License/Certification Required

N/A

Description of the Department or Unit

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Appalachian State University is undergraduate-only with 20 faculty members and more than 290 majors. The Department and the College of Arts and Sciences possess an array of analytical and field equipment that supports the research of 14 tenure-track faculty. More information about the department is available on our website ( earth.appstate.edu ).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other teaching responsibilities may include introductory geology field methods as well as geology lectures and laboratories in physical geology, historical geology, and/or environmental geology.

Physical Demands of Position

Typical classroom and educational environments.

Description of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Suggested Salary Range
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy that includes how their teaching practices and experience would further our department’s commitment to building a diverse educational environment
• Unofficial copies of all transcripts
• Names and contact information (including e-mail) of three referees familiar with the applicant’s teaching and scholarship

AA/EEO Statement

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu

Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu

ADA /504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu

We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian

We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

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https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/37617

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