What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies position at RM Advisory Services, LLC?
The Department of Human and Environmental Health and Policy in the College of Arts and Sciences at Shenandoah University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our faculty as an assistant professor in our environmental studies and conservation science and management programs (B.S. in Environmental Studies; B.S. in Conservation Science and Management; minor in Environmental Studies). Courses may include lectures, labs, and seminars that cover topics in environmental science and studies, forestry, wildlife management and geographic information systems (GIS).
Shenandoah University, a private, comprehensive university located 70 miles northwest of Washington, D.C., is committed to increasing the diversity of the university community and the curriculum. Faculty members are expected to be active scholars in their fields and to participate in service to the university and the broader community. The Department of Human and Environmental Health and Policy has a student-centered focus that includes advising and mentoring, and fosters the academic success of an increasingly diverse student population. An on-campus, in-person presence is expected.
Required Skills
A doctoral degree in environmental science, studies, biology/ecology, or a closely related terminal degree by the start of the Fall 2026 semester.
Demonstrates excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly and professional activities, and experience teaching undergraduate courses.
Required Experience
The Environmental Studies Program at Shenandoah University seeks a dedicated, collegial faculty member to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about environmental problems and solutions, committed to community engagement, student success, and ready to provide hands-on, immersive learning experiences for all students. We are particularly interested in candidates eager to collaborate across disciplines to develop upper-division courses and undergraduate learning and research opportunities in the broad fields of environmental science, studies, and wildlife management. Examples include, but are not limited to, wildlife conservation and management, human/wildlife interactions, geographic information systems (GIS), environmental/natural engineering, and waste management. We especially encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
How to Apply:
Complete application submissions will include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected. A pre-employment background check will be required. If the job requires driving for university business, a satisfactory driving record will also be required.
**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.
** Authorization to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a position to sponsor international visas.
Shenandoah University values individuals and communities' unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.