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Lecturer Of Earth And Atmospheric Sciences

Position Number: 5308861
Location: Denver, CO
Position Type: Agriculture - Environmental Science, Ecology & Forestry

Lecturer Of Earth And Atmospheric Sciences

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Department
Earth and Atmospheric Science

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a full-time lecturer for a one-year (non-renewable) appointment for academic year 24-25. The Lecturer will teach introductory courses in Global Climate Change, Global Water Concerns, Introduction to Physical Geography, and/or other introductory classes in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences.

The Global Climate Change course explores the science of the causes of global climate change, observed and projected climate change impacts, as well as solutions. The course is populated by students seeking General Education credit in the Natural and Physical Sciences as well as Global Diversity. The Global Water Concerns course examines water as a natural and societal resource and is populated by students seeking General Education credit in the Natural and Physical Sciences as well as Global Diversity. Introduction to Physical Geography emphasizes the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere and is populated by students seeking General Education credit in the Natural and Physical Sciences, as well as geography majors.

MSU Denver enrolls over 17,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), an INSIGHT into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award winner for 10 consecutive years, and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. Qualified candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, student advising, scholarship, and service in an inclusive and diverse environment are encouraged to apply.

Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach five sections (15 credits) each semester, primarily face to face, but with the possibility of asynchronous online sections as needed. Each face-to-face section will have approximately 32 students enrolled.

Existing faculty will share course materials with the successful candidate as they develop their courses. The successful candidate will have at least a Master's degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Geography, or a closely allied discipline, along with previous teaching experience. Experience working with learning management systems, especially Canvas, is desirable.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Geography, or a closely related discipline
Teaching experience in Meteorology, Geography, or closely related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with learning management systems
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in education, and to engaging with a diverse, urban student population including (but not limited to) students from under-represented and historically minoritized groups, first generation college students, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students, non-traditional students, student veterans, and English-language learners

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $53,000 - $59,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

Complete applications received by June 25, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration. Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver , and search for JR102273.

The applicant must have a complete file that includes:

Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Copies of unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
The names and contact information for three references

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative
Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email
trogowsk@msudenver.edu

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:

Employee Benefits Offerings

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

To apply, please visit: https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/MSUDenver/job/Denver-Colorado/Lecturer-of-Earth-and-Atmospheric-Sciences_JR102273