Miami University - Visiting Instructor / Visiting Assistant Professor

The Department of Geology and Environmental Earth Science at Miami University invites applications for a temporary, full-time faculty position on the Oxford campus, beginning August 2016. This is a nine-month (two academic semester) appointment that may be renewed for up to four years pending funding availability and satisfactory performance. The primary responsibility of this position is teaching, including foundation courses in physical and environmental geology, and intermediate and upper level courses such as Water & Society and Hydrogeology. An M.S. in geology or a related field is required for appointment as Instructor; a Ph.D. is preferred and is required for appointment as a Visiting Assistant Professor. Submit cover letter, vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, unofficial copy of transcripts, and names of three (3) referees to https://miamioh.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=1862. Letters of reference will be requested upon receipt of application. Inquiries can be directed to Cathy Edwards at edwardca@miamioh.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2016 and continue until position is filled. Miami University, an EO/AA employer encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami does not permit, and takes action to prevent, harassment, discrimination and retaliation. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities should be directed to Ms. Mary Jane Leveline at (513) 529-2027. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report may be found at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html. Criminal background check required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free