Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences

Department: WCAS Earth & Planetary Science

Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences, Northwestern University, with a focus on GIS instruction

The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences (DEEPS) at Northwestern University invites applications for a continuing Assistant Professor of Instruction position. The appointee will teach six courses annually, spread over three quarters, including introductory and advanced-level courses, and contribute to building curriculum within the EEPS program. We seek a scientist with core strength in geographical information systems (GIS). In addition to teaching GIS courses, the successful candidate will teach other courses in their field of expertise. Areas of particular interest include: ecology, hydrology, geomorphology, climate, urban systems, ecosystem health, or geohazards.

This is a benefits-eligible, full-time, teaching track, continuing appointment starting September 1, 2025. A Ph.D. degree is required by the start of the appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in working with diverse student communities and a record of effective teaching. To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials by December 16th. Review of applications will begin at that time and continue until a candidate has been identified. Questions regarding the position should be sent to Prof. Patricia Beddows (p-beddows@northwesteren.edu).

Application packages must include a cover letter, CV, list of 3 references including contact information, a 2-page teaching statement describing teaching goals, methods, and strategies, and may optionally include a Teaching Portfolio of materials that demonstrate dedication and excellence in teaching. Applications will only be accepted electronically through our online portal at www.earth.northwestern.edu.

Salary

The expected base pay range for this position is $85,000 - $95,000.

This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Please read ALL instructions and make preparations before proceeding to the application page:

• Applications will only be accepted via online submission (see link below).
• Please prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files, and please be sure all information is entered correctly and accurately (especially names and email addresses), as there will be no opportunity for online revision after your application has been submitted.
• Please also prepare a list of names and email addresses for your external academic references; your references will be contacted directly by the online system and invited to upload their letters on your behalf.
• All required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk and must be filled before clicking the "Submit" button.
• Be aware that incomplete applications cannot be saved.

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