Rollins College
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Assistant Professor, Environmental Studies
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Position Summary:
The https://www.rollins.edu/environmental-studies/ is seeking an interdisciplinary teacher/scholar with a background in environmental/urban planning, environmental restoration and/or landscape architecture for the position of Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies (tenure-track), beginning in August 2024.
We seek a colleague with a commitment to engaging, interactive undergraduate teaching, emphasizing projects in the local community and a strong interest in Florida’s natural environment. This position also includes an opportunity to engage with management of a nearby ecological and historic reserve (Elizabeth Morse Genius Foundation’s Preserve), with ample opportunities for field-based teaching and scholarship. Primary teaching responsibilities will consist of core and elective courses focused on the following topical areas — sustainable cities, environmental planning and policy, GIS applications, and green infrastructure — as well as integrating environmental issues into a course for the college’s general education program.
Rollins College is a highly selective, comprehensive liberal arts college with approximately 2500 undergraduate students in its day and evening programs. The Environmental Studies program is an interdisciplinary department with an economist, a geographer, a biologist, a historian, and an environmental planner (retiring). More information about the department and the college’s innovative general education program can be found at: https://www.rollins.edu/environmental-studies/ and https://www.rollins.edu/rollins-foundations-liberal-arts/.
Minimum Qualifications and Education:
All candidates should hold a PhD or be ABD with completion of a PhD in a related field by July 2024.
Instructions to Applicants:
Interested applicants must apply online via the College’s employment website and upload the following materials as follows:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement philosophy
- Provide three reference names and email addresses on application
Inquiries can be directed to:
Dr. Leslie Poole
Search Committee Chair, Department of Environmental Studies
[email protected]
Applications are due by Feb. 1, 2024. A review of applications will follow.
Diversity & Inclusion at Rollins:
Rollins is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community, and the College celebrates the open exchange of ideas within a climate of civility and mutual respect. We view differences—from race and ethnicity to sexual orientation and political perspectives—as rich opportunities for understanding, learning, and growth. To learn more, please click https://www.rollins.edu/about-rollins/diversity-inclusion/index.html.
Through its mission, Rollins College is firmly committed to creating a just community that embraces multiculturalism; persons from historically under-represented minority groups are therefore encouraged to apply. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law, in its educational programs and activities.
Benefits & Perks:
- Paid Holidays and College Closure Days
- Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
- 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- FREE On-Campus Parking
- FREE Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
- FREE Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
- Pet Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs: Blue Rewards, Rally Dollars, Hinge Health Musculoskeletal Coaching
- Plus More!
Additional Perks:
- Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards and more)
- FREE E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
- IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
- College Bookstore Discounts
- Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
- Discover what it’s like to live in Orlando: https://life.orlando.org/l/live/
- Plus More!
https://www.rollins.edu/human-resources/working-at-rollins/why-rollins/benefits.html.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Service Months: 9
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Rollins is the best college in Florida, but don’t just take our word for it. See what the experts are saying. Explore all of the ways Rollins is top ranked—from our academic excellence and expert faculty to our unparalleled campus and one-of-a-kind study abroad opportunities.
https://www.rollins.edu/news/rollins-named-a-2023-great-college-to-work-for/ Be a part of the Rollins experience and find a place where you belong. Ready to join us?
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