Geosciences, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Geosciences, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 1301 East Main Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37132

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FAC599

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Lecturer Location:

Murfreesboro, Tennessee Categories:

Sciences Job Title Geosciences, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty Department Geosciences University Expectation MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students. Salary The salary is commensurate with education and experience. Job Summary/Basic Function The Department of Geosciences at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, temporary (non-tenurable) faculty position (#125080) at the rank of lecturer. This is a one-year temporary appointment. The contract may be renewed annually based on available funding, demonstrated need, and satisfactory performance as assessed by annual evaluations. The start date for the appointment is August 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to provide classroom lectures and related lab instruction primarily for lower division introductory courses in earth science, environmental science, and physical geography as needed to satisfy a full-time teaching workload. This position will be 100% teaching with no obligation for research or service. Required Education A master’s degree in geosciences or a closely related field is required by the appointment date. Other Desirables Applicants with previous college-level teaching experience and evidence of teaching excellence will receive special consideration. Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a statement of teaching philosophy. Special Instruction to Applicants For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu.edu/facultyrecruitment/. If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Alisa Hass at Alisa.

Hass@mtsu.edu. MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents Click here for additional information. MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date:

05/23/2025

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