Visiting Assistant Professor Geosciences

The University of Montana is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor in Geosciences for a full-time, temporary position starting fall 2022. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses in Earth sciences, focusing on areas like hydrology and computational methods. Candidates should have a PhD in Earth sciences and demonstrate a commitment to education and diversity. The position is located in Missoula, MT, and offers a competitive salary and benefits.
Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of GeosciencesTheDepartment of Geosciences at the University of Montana(UM)invites applications for a temporary, full-timeVisiting Assistant Professorto begin fall 2022. We seek a colleague that compliments current expertise in the Department with teaching expertise in quantitative Earth sciences in one or more of the following fields: critical zone science, computational Earth science, remote sensing, geospatial analysis, hydrology, or natural disasters. The successful candidate may also have the opportunity to teach additional courses during summer session on a separate contract.The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be a dynamic teacher with a strong commitment to education and learning. The candidate is expected to teach across the undergraduate spectrum in physical critical-zone science. Courses could include introductory environmental science, oceanography, hydrology, hydrogeology, computational methods in environmental sciences and critical zone science. The successful candidate with be responsible for curriculum development of classroom, laboratory and field-based learning activities. There may also be opportunities for teaching other graduate level courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise, team teaching with Department faculty, online teaching, and/or advising and supervision of undergraduate student research.Qualifications:Required Experience and skillsA PhD in Earth sciences, Geosciences or closely related fieldPreferred Experience and skillsDemonstrated commitment or experience in curriculum development including laboratory, classroom, and field-based activitiesDemonstrated commitment to research and teaching in critical zone science.Demonstrated commitment or experience in mentoring undergraduate researchDemonstrated ability to work with diverse students and colleagues in an active, inclusive and culturally relevant learning environmentPrior non-academic work experience in geoscience and/or environmental sciencesPosition DetailsFull-time, 1.0 FTE, academic year (10 month), non-tenurable position, includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.Opportunity to teach future summer session courses on a separate contract.Salary for this position $55,000 – $60,000 per year commensurate with experience.AboutGeosciencesUMandMissoulaThe University of Montana is flagship, research institution with more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and located at the convergence of three rivers. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.The Department of Geosciences is a small department with about 40 undergraduate majors, and about 25 graduate students. The department’s mission is to develop new knowledge regarding Earth's history, its environment and resources, engage our students in the process, and share that knowledge broadly. We analyze how earth materials such as water, minerals, sediments and rocks, and energy move and change. Department faculty have specific expertise in sedimentology, petrology, geophysics, geomorphology, glaciology, and hydrology. Further information about the department can be found on the Geosciences website. Missoula is home to a wide range of renowned writers, artists, musicians, and outdoor enthusiasts, in addition to being a wonderful place to raise a family.UM, the College of Humanities and Sciences, and the Department embrace diversity as a core value. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and from groups historically underrepresented in the geosciences. UM is an EEO/AA employer.Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference -Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References -*References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing -Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility -All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).