Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies
Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies
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Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Knox College
The Department of Environmental Studies at Knox College invites applications for a fulltime tenuretrack appointment as Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies with a focus in the social sciences beginning September 1 2025. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research focuses on some aspect of environmental policy.
Knox is an independent selective liberal arts institution with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a community that embraces a diversity of perspectives and individuals. Experience working with diverse populations of students and a commitment to successful teaching in a multicultural environment are expected. With over 35 of the student body identifying as U.S. students of color and more than 20 international students the College supports instruction and research that appeals to Knoxs students broadly.
The Environmental Studies Department offers major tracks in Environmental Studies and Environmental Science both of which culminate in facultysupervised student research. Teaching responsibilities include two classes per each of three 10week terms (Fall Winter Spring) and support for advanced student work in the program.
The successful candidate will have experience with research techniques appropriate to their field and will be prepared to supervise senior research projects. They will also teach Introduction to Environmental Policy as well as an advanced course in their area of expertise and contribute to a teamtaught introductory course in Environmental Studies. In consultation with the department they will teach additional courses in the environmental social sciences that contribute to departmental majors as well as the general education curriculum.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in environmental studies or related field is expected by the time of appointment but exceptional ABD candidates will be considered.
Employment Type
Full Time
