Summary:

The Environmental Studies and Sciences (ESS) Department at Skidmore College is looking to fill a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor Position in Environmental Science beginning fall of 2024. We are particularly interested in an interdisciplinary, natural scientist who explores the impact of land-use patterns on ecological dynamics, ecosystem function, or community resiliency in natural and human-dominated settings. We envision a hire who can teach an introductory ESS class, Intro to GIS, and an upper-division class in their area of specialization.

The person filling this position will be expected to teach 18 credits (typically a 2-2 or 2-3 teaching load, depending on the courses), with access to research space.

Skidmore is a residential liberal arts college located in Saratoga Springs, NY that is focused on quality teaching, research, and student experiential learning. Saratoga Springs is located near the southern end of the Adirondack Park and between NYC, Boston, and Montreal. Opportunities for field labs and experiences across diverse ecosystems are numerous, both on and off campus.

Education: Ph.D. is required by date of appointment.

A complete application requires the following: CV, cover letter, and teaching statement, and names of three references.

Pay range: $64,000-$68,000

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.

No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position