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Instructor I, Environmental Geology
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Position Number: 5927340
Location: Fort Myers, FL
Position Type: Science - Geology, Earth Sciences & Oceanography

Instructor I, Environmental Geology

Job Summary
The Marine and Earth Sciences Department within The Water School at Florida Gulf Coast University seeks a passionate and knowledgeable Environmental Geology Instructor to join our faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental geology and a commitment to fostering student engagement and learning in a dynamic academic environment.

FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

Teach assigned courses and adequately perform other duties/responsibilities as articulated on the annual assignment.
Teach introductory-level courses for the BS Environmental Geology degree program, including Physical Geology, Historical Geology, and Environmental Geology.
Teach large enrollment sections of Intro Earth Science - a Gen Ed science elective encompassing topics within the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere, as well as space science.
Hold office hours.
Attend departmental meetings.
Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and community outreach initiatives related to environmental geology.
Adopt course materials in a timely manner.
Adopt the university learning management system.
Adopt other campus-wide technology platforms as appropriate to other specified job duties.
Complete mandatory/required training in a timely manner.
Abide by University Policies and Regulations.
Participate in the evaluation process in accordance with the CBA and related documents.
Participate in the assessment process as required by your respective department.
Timely and professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
Engage in essential duties with the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, excellence, and within the accepted practices and norms of your respective field/profession.
Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, develop and deliver lectures and tests, and evaluate students.
Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
Engage in pedagogical research and remain current with advancements in the Science of Teaching and Learning through professional development.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop/revise curriculum.
Ensure the timely completion and reporting of student learning assessments.
Develop a classroom environment that is welcoming and encourages students to actively participate and collaborate.
Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University.
Actively participate in community, institutional, and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission.
Attends faculty and college meetings as required.
Be available for scheduled office hours as posted.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in Geology with a focus on Environmental Geology or Geochemistry or closely-related discipline from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in Geology or closely-related discipline from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
Prior teaching experience at the college level is highly desirable. Experience in fieldwork or research related to geoscience pedagogy is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
Understands how to use digital and interactive technologies to efficiently and effectively achieve specific learning goals.
Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high-level questioning skills.
Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g., Face-to-face, synchronous online, or asynchronous online).
Knowledge of current trends and challenges in environmental geology, including sustainability practices and geospatial technologies.
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in developing and delivering instruction, resulting in improved student learning.
Ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage a students.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Appointment will be made on a 9-month continuous multi-year appointment basis available August 2025.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials

Unofficial Transcripts
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
List of five (5) Professional References

The position is listed as open until filled; however, applications received by February 4, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

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