[ES_JOBS_NET] Instructional Assistant Professor in Geology - Illinois State University

[Peterson, Eric]

Instructional Assistant Professor in Geology (https://jobsearch.illinoisstate.edu/en-us/job/516496/instructional-assistant-professor-in-geology)
Job No: 516496
Work Type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Instructional Assistant Professor in Geology
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Geography, Geology, and the Environment
Campus Location: Normal, IL
General Summary
The Department of Geography, Geology, and the Environment at Illinois State University invites applications for a 1-year position as Instructional Assistant Professor in Geology. The appointment runs from August 16, 2023 until May 15, 2024. A Ph.D. in Geology or another closely related field is preferred, but Ph.D. candidates may also apply.

The Department offers B.S. degree in Geology, and M.S. in Hydrogeology. We seek a candidate to serve these programs during the 2023-24 academic year. Area of specialization is open but preference will be given to candidates with a background in water sciences.

The candidate will teach a combination of general education and upper-level elective courses in geology and graduate courses in Hydrogeology. In fall 2023, the candidate will teach large sections of our general education classes, GEO 207 "Natural Disasters", and GEO102 "Principles of Geology". In spring 2024, the candidate will teach a large section of GEO102 "Principles of Geology" again, plus two other courses, at least one of which will be at the graduate level in Hydrogeology.
A Ph.D. in Geology or another closely related field is preferred, but ABD candidates may also apply.
Additional Information
Illinois State University, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois. Illinois State is a co-educational, residential university that emphasizes undergraduate study with more than 20,000 students. Our six colleges offer 174 undergraduate majors, 76 minors, 97 master's programs, 17 doctoral degrees, and 40 certificate options. We have repeatedly been named a "Great Place to Work" by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL COMMUNITY
Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a population of approximately 132,000 and conveniently located approximately two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis. The community is home to GROWMARK, the Illinois Farm Bureau, State Farm Insurance's International Headquarters, Illinois Wesleyan University, Lincoln College, and Heartland Community College. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, its citizens' level of educational attainment, its parks and recreation, health care, job growth, economic opportunity, and low crime rate. Forbes magazine, in a review of the best places for business, ranked Bloomington-Normal the 15th best place for business out of 168 small metros listed. Bloomington was also recently placed on CNNMoney's list of the 100 Best Places to Live. Expansion Management Magazine rated Bloomington-Normal as one of two metro areas with a five-star quality of life, giving the community high rankings in such areas as standard of living, quality of schools, traffic, and commute time. Please visit the Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau website at https://www.visitbn.org/ for more information.

Required Qualifications
MS in Geology or a closely related field

Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.

Desired Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Geology or another closely related field is preferred, but Ph.D. candidates may also apply
Work Hours
Varies
Proposed Starting Date
08/16/2023
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
The salary range falls between $45,000 and $53,000, depending on qualifications.
Required Applicant Documents
1) complete curriculum vitae; 2) 2-3 page letter of application that addresses a) how the candidate would approach teaching the listed classes, b) what types of electives they envision teaching, c) how their prior teaching experiences will allow them to be successful in this role, and d) how they plan to create a classroom atmosphere that is inclusive, welcoming, and equitable; 3) list of the names and e-mails/contact information for three professional references.
PLEASE NOTE:  These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Committee will begin reviewing files on April 30, 2023 and position will remain open until filled
Contact Information for Applicants
Dagmar Budikova, dbudiko at ilstu.edu<mailto:dbudiko at ilstu.edu>
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 04/03/2023 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes: Open Until Filled


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Eric W. Peterson, PhD
University Professor of Geology & Hydrogeology MS Program Coordinator
Department of Geography, Geology, and the Environment
Campus Box 4400
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 61790
(309) 438-7865

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