Job description
Marietta, GA
The Division of Natural Sciences at Life University invites applicants for a full-time faculty position in Human Ecology to begin Fall 2020. Human Ecology is an interdisciplinary field that examines the relationship between humans and their economic, social, and natural environments. It strives to develop a means by which sustainability could be achieved. Qualified individuals will have 3-5 years college/university teaching with experience in Environmental Law, Policy and Practices. The successful candidate will possess at least a master’s level degree in Human Ecology or a related field of study. Full time faculty duties include, but are not limited to design of courses, teaching lectures, design and teaching labs, reporting academic information, advising and mentoring students.
Responsibilities
Comply with the Life University Honor Code as well as all university and college policies, including those in the Faculty Handbook.
Primarily responsible for the instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in the classroom and/or laboratory setting as well as course assessments for the department in accordance with all applicable University standards.
Encourage free pursuit of learning among students and discharge pedagogical responsibilities to the highest standards.
Prepare a syllabus for each course taught using the college template and post it to the class on the Blackboard site.
Teach class in a professional manner, teaching the material that is present in the syllabus and course outline.
Start and end each class on time.
Post in a prominent place your teaching and student office hours schedule for each quarter. Be present during student office hours. Office hours are for the primary purpose of communicating with students regarding the courses you are teaching and academic advising.
Maintain a professional work week to include all responsibilities of the position beyond classroom and office hours as required and requested.
Appropriately maintain all necessary records for each course taught.
Request peers to assist you in proctoring exams. For large classes every exam should have at least one proctor and the instructor present.
Serve on committees and task forces as requested.
Attend scheduled meetings and events as appropriate and as requested.
Attend and participate in faculty development programs.
Participate in professional activities which allow the faculty member to stay current in his or her field of expertise. Faculty are encouraged to engage in scholarly activities (i.e. research, professional writing and presentation) as relates to their field of expertise.
Complete at least three credit hours of service per quarter as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
Report absences in ADP promptly.
Cultivate in oneself and others an attitude of helpfulness, personal commitment to building relationships, managing to the best solution, and user friendly always.
Requirements
Strong teaching, presentation and facilitation skills.
Exceptional writing skills and experience.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential student information.
Strong interpersonal skills.
High degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong multimedia and computer skills.
Required Qualifications And Experience
Master’s degree in Human Ecology, Environmental Policy or a related field of study.
Experience in Environmental Law, Policy and Practices.
At least 3 years of university teaching experience.
Strong multimedia and computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in Human Ecology, Environmental Policy, or a multidisciplinary background (science and policy).
Experience in course development and academic program design.
Student advisement and mentoring experience.
Requisition ID: 1716
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