Adjunct Faculty, Sustainability Studies

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Position Overview

The Sustainability Studies Program seeks adjunct instructors to teach courses titled: Introduction to Sustainability Studies, Analysis and Decision-Making for Sustainability, and Working Toward Sustainability, as the need arises. Descriptions of these courses can be found here.

Qualifications

• The qualified applicant will hold an appropriate advanced degree (eg: Ph.D., Ed.D, Eng.D.) in a field that can support these courses.
• In the past, faculty members from a variety of disciplines have taught these courses including, but not limited to, Environmental Science, Political Science, Biology, Writing Studies, Anthropology, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management.
• Previous teaching experience and knowledge of engaging pedagogical methods are preferred.
• At the University's discretion, qualification prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

To Apply

Please click "Apply on Company Website" below and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

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