Lecturer: Environmental Science - Hydrology
Columbus State University

Lecturer: Environmental Science - Hydrology

Job ID: 271406
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

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Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Department Information

Department of Earth and Space Sciences

Job Summary

The Department of Earth and Space Sciences at Columbus State University invites applications for the position of Lecturer: Environmental Science - Hydrology. We are seeking an environmental scientist who will teach Hydrology and other environmental science courses. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring CSU's student body. The position is full-time and will begin in August 2024.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Environmental Science. A normal teaching load is 15 hours per semester.

The successful candidate will be able to foster an environment of professionalism and collaboration; work in continuous improvement of academic programs; demonstrate exceptional ability to function as part of a team with university faculty; and engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement and active learning.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have completed at least master's degree in environmental science or related science discipline by time of appointment or have 18 credit hours in the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include: Demonstrated effective teaching at the university level (particularly field-based courses).; Qualifications to teach Hydrology, Water Resources Management, and other environmental science courses.; Interest in/expertise in sustainability, data science and/or spatial analytics (GIS).

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.

To have a complete application, submit the following using the online portal:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial or Official Graduate and Undergraduate Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if the candidate is invited to campus for an interview)
• Teaching Philosophy Statement (2 pages max)
• Contact information for three professional references (recommendation letters will be required if a candidate is selected for an interview)

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Department's Seach Chair, Dr. Stephen Jessup, via email at jessup_stephen@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
  

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Background Check

• CSU Background Standard Only

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=271406&PostingSeq=1







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