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Lecturer in Geological and Environmental Sciences

Lecturer in Geological and Environmental Sciences

Appalachian State University

Boone, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

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Position Title Lecturer in Geological and Environmental Sciences Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Provide Rank Lecturer Position Number 0A0301 VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. Department Geological and Environmental Sciences - 250350 Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina invites applications for a non-tenure-track, nine-month faculty position at the rank of Lecturer beginning 01 August, 2026.
  • M.S. in geology, environmental science or a related field.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
We seek a geoscientist and/or environmental scientist with experience in teaching introductory and intermediate-level geology and/or environmental science lectures and laboratories.
License/Certification Required
N/A
Description of the Department or Unit
The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Appalachian State University has 24 faculty members and more than 300 undergraduate students majoring in one of several geology and environmental science tracks. The Department and College of Arts and Sciences possess an array of analytical and field equipment that supports the research of the Geological and Environmental Sciences faculty. More information about the department is available on our website (earth.appstate.edu). Appalachian State is a comprehensive university located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina and is a member of the University of North Carolina System.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching duties may include a mix of introductory general education geology courses, and sophomore-level "gateway into the GES major" courses depending on qualifications and department needs.
Introductory courses may include lectures and labs for: GES1101 - Introduction to Physical Geology, GES1102 - Introduction to Historical Geology, GES1103 - Environmental Change, Hazards and Resources, GES1104 - Water: Mountains to Sea, and/or GES1105 - Oceanography.
Sophomore-level courses may include: GES2250 - Evolution of the Earth, GES2750 - Careers in Earth and Environmental Science, GES2751 - Geology Field Methods I, and GES2752 - Environmental Science Field Methods.
Type of Position Full Time Position Appointment Type 1.0 Number Of Months Per Year 9 Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Proposed Date of Hire 08/01/2026 Suggested Salary Range Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. ABD Consideration: N/A - ABD is not applicable for this position. See Minimum Qualifications. ABD Description
ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate's salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The candidate should have a M.S. or PhD at the time of appointment and must possess a strong commitment to undergraduate education. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate is expected to engage in service to the department, college, university, and/or community.
Applications must include a letter of interest (not to exceed 2 pages at 11pt font), curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed 2 pages at 11pt font), copies of transcripts of all college and university work (official copies due upon employment), and the names and contact information (including e-mail) of three referees familiar with the applicant's teaching experience and potential.
Review of completed applications will begin 13 March 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants will be notified via email upon receipt of complete applications.

UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
Posting Date 01/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins 03/13/2026 Search Chair Name Scott Marshall Search Chair Email marshallst@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52887 Posting Number FA00550P

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