Stephenville, TX

Position Title: Open Rank Tenure-Track/Tenured – Environmental Science

Organization: Tarleton State University; Chemistry, Geosciences & Physics Department

Location: Stephenville, TX

Position Overview: The Department of Chemistry, Geoscience, and Physics in the College of Science and Math invites applications for the following position: open-rank, tenure-track/tenured 9-month appointment headquartered at Tarleton State University’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. The successful applicant will be responsible for quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level to support our growing B.S. and M.S programs as well as the development of a highly successful, externally funded research program involving the supervision of student research in environmental data science, for-energy-water nexus, sustainability science, or site remediation. Primarily responsible for the teaching/learning process and will also participate in the necessary operations of the institution. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. Requires the ability to teach and/or work remotely at the University’s discretion.

Duties:

• 60% Teaching and Service: Develop, implement, and review effective teaching/learning processes, incorporating appropriate methodology, technology, and other tools; Remain current in discipline and update course content when appropriate to reflect current levels of student knowledge in the discipline; Develop a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning, including expectations of student competency and student learning outcomes; Work in partnership with immediate supervisor through a formal system of evaluation of instruction to identify strengths and weaknesses and identify professional development activities to improve student learning. May be required to teach at other campuses or online. Maintain appropriate schedule of office hours for student access and inquiry; Work in partnership with student success personnel on student advising and orientation. Participate in institutional service roles such as but not limited to, college committees, club sponsorship, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.
• 40% Research: Scholarship, and Creative Activity: Demonstrate a record of ongoing research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to your academic discipline.

Qualifications: 

• Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university
• The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and master’s students
• Must take an active role in accreditation-related tasks and other institutional service activities
• Rank will be determined by reviewing the faculty member’s record of years of experience and professional achievements in teaching, research, and service consistent with the Texas A&M system guidance.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply: Documents required: Completed online application, Cover letter, Resume/CV, Three professional references with complete contact information, Unofficial transcripts. Apply online