What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Geology (tenure track) / Lecturer (non-tenure track) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Geology (tenure track) / Lecturer (non-tenure track)
Location: Americus, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 294932
About Us
Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.
Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.
Department Information
Georgia Southwestern State University's Department of Chemistry, Geology and Physics is committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment for all students. In addition to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum, the department actively cultivates a culture of inquiry, critical thinking, and scholarly exploration that equips graduates with career-ready skills for the constantly changing needs of the workforce.
Responsibilities The position is a 10-month contract (Lecturer or Assistant Professor).
Assistant Professor: A typical teaching load is 4/4 or 12 contact hours per semester (fall and spring).
Lecturer: A typical teaching load is 5/5 or 15 contact hours per semester (fall and spring).
Additional teaching in the summer may be available.
Please indicate in your cover letter which rank you are applying to, Assistant Professor or Lecturer. Responsibilities Deliver introductory courses and labs in Physical and Historical Geology for the Department of Chemistry, Geology and Physics and additional courses as assigned.
Develop new courses in the geosciences for the Core Curriculum.
Actively engage in research and scholarly activities to contribute to the academic excellence of the department, college, and institution.
Provide dedicated advising and mentorship to students as assigned, fostering their academic and professional growth.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to service through active participation in departmental, institutional, and professional activities.
Actively engage in student success initiatives and professional development.
Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair, Dean, and Administration
Required Qualifications
Assistant Professor: Doctorate is required in Geology or related field by the time of appointment. ABD considered.
Lecturer: Master's degree is required with 18 hours in related field.
Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching college-level courses in Geology and STEM.
Experience teaching First-Generation students.
Experience collaborating across disciplines.
Experience coordinating students in experiential learning opportunities, internships, and High Impact Practices (HIPs).Proposed Salary
Assistant Professor: $60,000 - $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Lecturer: $50,000 - $55,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Documents to Attach Cover letter
Updated CV
Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) for application.
Contact information for three professional references.Optional Documents to Attach
Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (if available)
Teaching Philosophy
Apply Before Date
Review of Materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at 877-251-2644 or support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.
Location: Americus, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 294932
About Us
Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.
Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.
Department Information
Georgia Southwestern State University's Department of Chemistry, Geology and Physics is committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment for all students. In addition to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum, the department actively cultivates a culture of inquiry, critical thinking, and scholarly exploration that equips graduates with career-ready skills for the constantly changing needs of the workforce.
Responsibilities The position is a 10-month contract (Lecturer or Assistant Professor).
Assistant Professor: A typical teaching load is 4/4 or 12 contact hours per semester (fall and spring).
Lecturer: A typical teaching load is 5/5 or 15 contact hours per semester (fall and spring).
Additional teaching in the summer may be available.
Please indicate in your cover letter which rank you are applying to, Assistant Professor or Lecturer. Responsibilities Deliver introductory courses and labs in Physical and Historical Geology for the Department of Chemistry, Geology and Physics and additional courses as assigned.
Develop new courses in the geosciences for the Core Curriculum.
Actively engage in research and scholarly activities to contribute to the academic excellence of the department, college, and institution.
Provide dedicated advising and mentorship to students as assigned, fostering their academic and professional growth.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to service through active participation in departmental, institutional, and professional activities.
Actively engage in student success initiatives and professional development.
Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair, Dean, and Administration
Required Qualifications
Assistant Professor: Doctorate is required in Geology or related field by the time of appointment. ABD considered.
Lecturer: Master's degree is required with 18 hours in related field.
Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching college-level courses in Geology and STEM.
Experience teaching First-Generation students.
Experience collaborating across disciplines.
Experience coordinating students in experiential learning opportunities, internships, and High Impact Practices (HIPs).Proposed Salary
Assistant Professor: $60,000 - $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Lecturer: $50,000 - $55,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Documents to Attach Cover letter
Updated CV
Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) for application.
Contact information for three professional references.Optional Documents to Attach
Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (if available)
Teaching Philosophy
Apply Before Date
Review of Materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at 877-251-2644 or support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000