Lecturer in Environmental Science (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Position Details

Position Information Position Title Lecturer in Environmental Science (2025-2026 Academic Year) UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Environmental Science in the Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics. The lecturer will present in-person labs / or lectures in undergraduate, introductory-level environmental science courses. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2025-2026 academic year. Benefits This position is not benefits eligible. Essential Functions Basic instructional duties :

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and / or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Required Education Master’s Degree in Environmental Science OR Master’s Degree in a closely related field with 18 graduate hours in Environmental Science. Required Work Experience None. Preferred Qualifications

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified. Work Hours Based on course assignment. Physical Demands Typical for faculty in this discipline.