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Assistant Professor, Environmental Science Education or Geological Science Education

Employer
California State University - Chico
Location
California, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Oct 12, 2021
Recruitment Details

Recruitment Number FA0238 Posting Period
Initial Review Date: December 13, 2021. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. Working Title Assistant Professor, Environmental Science Education or Geological Science Education Class Title Instructional Faculty Level/Range/Grade 3 Salary Range (From $ to $) Salary commensurate with education and experience Department Dept of Science Education Number of Positions 1 FLSA Code Exempt Status Tenure-Track Full-time/part-time (if part-time, indicate time base) Fulltime Shift varies Pay Plan Academic Year CBU/MOU R03 - CFA Faculty Quick Link https://jobs.csuchico.edu/postings/6861
Position Information
The tenure-track Assistant Professor position carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching environmental science or geological science to future elementary school teachers and middle and high school science teachers, scholarship including research publications, conference presentations and research grants, and service through student advising, department, college and university committee assignments and community outreach. Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department. Minimum Education and Experience
The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a terminal degree in Science Education with a Master’s in Environmental Science or Geological Sciences or related area such as Ph.D. in Environmental Science or Geological Sciences with an emphasis in science education research. Candidates nearing completion of the terminal degree may be considered; however, all requirements for conferral of the degree must be met no later than August 17, 2022. Additional Requirements and Responsibilities for this position
MANDATORY VACCINATIONS :
Effective September 30, 2021, the CSU will require faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID -19 or have received a medical or religious exemption. Selected candidates should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/. Questions can be sent to: academicpersonnel@csuchico.edu.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU . Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1082 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment. Recruitment Preferences
The position focuses on science courses for K-12 pre-service teacher, previous experience related to K-12 education, professional development for in-service teacher, or experience in teaching science content to pre-service teachers should be noted in the application. Contact & Special Recruitment Information
Job-related questions should be directed to:
Carolina Alvarado, Search Committee Chair
Department of Science Education –
California State University, Chico Chico, CA 95929-0535
530-898-4599
calvaradoleyva@csuchico.edu Benefits
CSU, Chico offers a defined benefit retirement plan through the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). See retirement plan benefits at: https://www.csuchico.edu/hr/benetis/savings-retirement/ ." Benefits Information
This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). About the University, Hiring Department and Community
The Department: The Department of Science Education at California State University, Chico is a small, vibrant, multidisciplinary science education department in the College of Natural Sciences, offering a BS in Natural Sciences with the option of Science Education. We are committed to maintaining a classroom culture that respects and fully values the strengths and differences of all of our students; where all have the opportunity to share points of view, offer ideas, and be recognized for their contributions. Our program offers small enrollment courses, which lends to opportunities for one-on-one interaction with faculty, class imbedded early teaching experiences, and research opportunities with faculty mentors that can lead to conference presentations and publications.

The primary role of the department is to provide science content courses for undergraduates interested in pursuing careers in formal and informal education. Faculty in the department have been awarded over $4 million in grant funding; redesigned the course sequence for future elementary teachers; developed a BS in Natural Sciences program (with 44 majors and growing); cultivated a cross-disciplinary community of researchers engaged in discipline based education research; developed strong partnerships with the Gateway Science Museum, Center for Math and Science Education, and the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve; diversified our teacher professional development efforts; and expanded our early practicum experiences for future teachers.

The University
California State University, Chico is a fully accredited, state- supported member of a 23- campus CSU system. The university is a residential campus serving a diverse student body of approximately 17,000.

Founded in 1887, CSU, Chico offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the Colleges of Behavioral and Social Sciences; Communication and Education; Computer Science, Engineering and Construction Management; Humanities and Fine Arts; Natural Sciences; Business; and, Agriculture.

As a comprehensive university serving Northern California and other regions nationally and internationally, ourfirst priority is the education of our students. We are committed to assisting students in their search for knowledge and understanding and to prepare them with the attitudes, skills and habits of lifelong learning in order to assume responsibility in a democratic community and global society.

The Community

With a population of nearly 110,000, Chico is located in the Sacramento Valley near the foothills of the Sierra Nevada range. It is 180 miles northeast of San Francisco and 90 miles north of Sacramento and offers a reasonable cost of living compared to metropolitan areas.

Chico retains the charm of a small town while offering medical services, excellent public and private schools, and many cultural and recreational activities. The city’s Bidwell Park, one of the largest municipal parks, extends from the city center along a creek deep into the foothills and surrounding canyons. For more information: https://www.csuchico.edu/about/chico-facts.shtml

Other:
CSU, Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.

For disability-related accommodations, please call the ADA Coordinator at (530) 898-5959.

We acknowledge and are mindful that CSU, Chico stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda.

Ann annual security report disclosing crime statistics for California State University, Chico can be obtained by contacting the Chico State University Police Department (530-898-5555) or by visiting: https://www.csuchico.edu/clery/_assets/documents/annual-security-report.pdf

All positions are contingent on funding.
Open Date 10/12/2021 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Information

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups
  3. List of 3 professional references with contact information
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