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Trinity Washington University

Adjunct Faculty for Environmental Science

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/10/2026

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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What they do

An Environmental Studies Professor teaches foundational environmental studies ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the environmental studies curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$83,912 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

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Job Description

Adjunct Faculty for

Environmental Science Salary:

$990/per Credit Trinity Washington University is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach the following face-to-face course in Fall 2026:

ENVS 101

Discovering Planet Earth Lab Mondays 1:30-4:30 pm and/or the following face-to-face courses in Spring 2027:

ENVS 101

Discovering Planet Earth 2 lecture periods and 1 lab (time/day TBD)

ENVS 101

is a one-semester general education environmental science course for students in a variety of majors. Classes start on Monday, August 24, 2026.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates should have earned at least a Master's degree from an accredited institution in environmental science, ecology, biology, geology, or a related discipline and be able to demonstrate strong teaching skills. When Applying please submit a c.v. and cover letter addressing their qualifications and interest in the position by August 3, 2026 for priority consideration. Official transcripts for all degrees earned, sample course syllabi, course evaluations and/or other evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three professional references will be needed if the candidate is invited to campus for an interview. Knowledge of best teaching practices is ideal. Finalists will be invited to campus for an interview and teaching demonstration. Preference is given to candidates who demonstrate teaching excellence with engaged and active learning practices. Trinity offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to Adjunct Professors to include, Supplemental Personal Insurance (AFLAC), 403(b) Retirement Plan - Group Supplemental Retirement Account (GSRA), Trinity Center Membership Free to all employees to include full size pool, walking track, weight & Cardio equipment, Free campus parking, Free Shuttle bus between campus & Brookland Metro station and dining services.