The Department of Biology and Geology at Baldwin Wallace University announces a tenure-track position in Environmental Science to begin August 2019. The Department seeks an individual with experience in and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student advising, and directing undergraduate research to contribute to a newly-created interdisciplinary environmental science major. A Ph.D. in environmental science, macroecology, paleoecology, geology, geography, or related field required. Areas of specialization are open, but preference will be given to candidates that can teach a wide variety of courses at all levels, including, but not limited to, introductory environmental science, geographic information systems (GIS), and climate change. Candidates are expected to develop and conduct laboratory and/or field experiences, participate in curriculum development and assessment for the Environmental Science program, and will have the opportunity to contribute to the University's First-Year Experience course. All faculty members are expected to participate in professional development activities, service to the department and university, and faculty governance.
Founded in 1845, Baldwin Wallace University is an independent, coeducational comprehensive university in the liberal arts tradition that enrolls approximately 3,000 full-time undergraduate day students, 200 part-time students in evening and weekend programs, and 600 graduate students. Baldwin Wallace is located 15 miles southwest of downtown Cleveland and just minutes from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. The University offers an outstanding benefits package that includes funding for professional travel, summer grant opportunities, and tuition benefits for immediate family. The University seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. Baldwin Wallace University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, creed, age, disabilities, national origin, gender or sexual orientation in the administration of any policies or programs. The search committee will commence reviewing applications November 30 and will continue until the position is filled. Electronic applications are required. Application must be made at HR's Employment & Careers web page: http://www.bw.edu/employment. A single PDF or Word file containing a cover letter describing teaching experience and research interests that can be integrated at the undergraduate level, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, unofficial transcripts, and a representative selection of syllabi from courses taught must be uploaded at the time of application. Candidates should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent directly to the search committee chair: Dr. Carrie Davis Todd, Dept. of Biology & Geology, Baldwin Wallace University, 275 Eastland Rd., Berea, OH, 44017, cdavi...@bw.edu<mailto:cdavi...@bw.edu>. Baldwin Wallace University is an EEO/AA employer and educator. At BW, we support and encourage diversity in a variety of forms. We value and appreciate inclusive excellence in the classroom, within extracurricular activities, and as we engage our community partners. Learn more at Diversity Affairs at: https://www.bw.edu/about/diversity/ Dr. Karen E. Munroe, Ph.D. Department Chair Associate Professor and Honors Program Advisor Baldwin Wallace University Department of Biology and Geology 275 Eastland Rd. Berea, OH 44017 Office: 440-826-8562 Twitter: @SQRLDOC <http://www.bw.edu/>
