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Patch

Embedded Climate Strategist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$175K - $230K/yr

Build robust models to demonstrate the ROI of sustainability initiatives, carbon removal investments, and market-based climate solutions. * Investment-grade project diligence: Craft carbon and beyond ...

Terra.do Inc

High level of comfort with quantitative aspects of simple climate modeling, statistics and basic energy analysis (we will ask for evidence of this-prior coursework or research/work experience will do.

Terra.do Inc

High level of comfort with quantitative aspects of simple climate modeling, statistics and basic energy analysis (we will ask for evidence of this-prior coursework or research/work experience will do.

C10 Labs

Mentor | Climate & Sustainability

New York, NY · On-site

Advise founders on product strategy, business models, market positioning, and commercialization ... Climate and Sustainability Expertise * Help founders understand evolving industry trends, policies ...

AON PLC

Director - Climate Risk Advisory

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Aon's Climate Risk Advisory offers physical and transition risk diagnostics, consulting, and risk ... It is deeply integrated within Aon's core business, using over 100 modelers, 40 full-time ...

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Aon

Director - Climate Risk Advisory

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Director, Climate Risk Consulting This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually ... It is deeply integrated within Aon's core business, using over 100 modelers, 40 full-time ...

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C10 Labs

Mentor | Climate & Sustainability

New York, NY · On-site +1

Advise founders on product strategy, business models, market positioning, and commercialization ... Climate and Sustainability Expertise * Help founders understand evolving industry trends, policies ...

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Adjunct Pool - Instructors of Environmental Studies

Naperville, IL • On-site

North Central College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$3.8K - $4.1K/mo

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach environmental studies courses on a per-course basis, such as ENVI 105 and ENVI 120.

  • Prepare and deliver course content, including lectures and laboratory experiences.

  • Participate in the application process by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references.

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F000467
Position Title
Adjunct Pool - Instructors of Environmental Studies
Department
Biology
Division
Academic Affairs
Faculty Status
Per Course Part-time Faculty
Supervisor Title
Coordinator of Environmental Studies
Status
Per Course Part-time Faculty
Tenure Track
No
Salary Range
$3,840 - $4,160
Position Summary
The Environmental Studies Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for an adjunct position in Environmental Studies for the 2026 spring semester. The successful candidate will teach on a per-course basis.
Common courses needing instructors include:
  • ENVI 105: The Science of Climate Change: Introduces the evidence for anthropogenic climate change, including how the global climate system works, the impact of human activities on climate, and climate modeling to predict future patterns. Examines physical, chemical and biological impacts of climate change and the pros and cons of options available to ameliorate the changes now underway. Includes integrated laboratory experience.

  • ENVI 120: People and Nature: Introduction to interdisciplinary approaches from humanities, social sciences, sciences and sustainable business to understanding the economic, scientific, social and cultural complexity of U.S., transnational and global environmental issues. Introduces basic principles of environmental science, core texts from American environmental writers and essentials for understanding US environmental policy.

In your cover letter please address which of these courses you would be interested in teaching and your background in the subject.
Candidates with a master's degree in the field or a related area and college-level teaching experience will be considered. A terminal degree is preferred.
Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu. North Central College is an EEO Employer.
Interested candidates should complete the application at: https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/15152. You will be asked to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.
For further information, contact Chandreyee Mitra, Program Coordinator of Environmental Studies, at cmitra@noctrl.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Employment Conditions
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.
Number of Vacancies
2
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Additional Information
The budgeted salary range for this position is $3,840 - $4,160. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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