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Position Number: 4248358
Location: Winter Park, FL
Position Type: Agriculture - Environmental Science, Ecology & Forestry

Assistant Professor, Environmental Studies

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Position Summary:

The Department of Environmental Studies is seeking an interdisciplinary teacher/scholar
with a background in landscape architecture, environmental planning, and/or conservation ecology for the position of Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies (tenure-track), beginning in August 2024.

We seek a colleague with a commitment to engaging, interactive undergraduate teaching, emphasizing projects in the local community and a strong interest in Florida's natural environment. This position also includes an opportunity to engage with management of a nearby ecological and historic reserve (Elizabeth Morse Genius Foundation's Preserve), with ample opportunities for field-based teaching and scholarship. Primary teaching responsibilities will consist of core and elective courses focused on the following topical areas - sustainable cities, environmental planning and policy, and green infrastructure - as well as integrating environmental issues into a course for the college's general education program.

Rollins College is a comprehensive liberal arts college located just north of Orlando, FL, a diverse metropolitan community with a thriving economic and cultural scene. Nearby Orlando International Airport provides easy access to U.S. and international destinations. The college emphasizes innovative and quality teaching in small classes and ranks number one among 121 Southern master's-level universities in the annual rankings of "America's Best Colleges," released by U.S. News & World Report. Please visit the college website at www.rollins.edu.

Minimum Qualifications and Education:

Ph.D. in a related field
Preferred: Background in landscape architecture, environmental planning and/or conservation ecology
Teaching ability and experience
Knowledge of topics including sustainable cities, environmental planning and policy, and green infrastructure
Ability to engage with community and work with community partners

Instructions to Applicants:

Interested applicants must apply online via the College's employment website and upload the following materials as follows:

Letter of interest
Curriculum vitae
Teaching statement philosophy
Provide three reference names and email addresses on application

Inquiries can be directed to:
Dr. Leslie Poole
Search Committee Chair, Department of Environmental Studies
lpoole@rollins.edu

Diversity & Inclusion at Rollins:

Rollins is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community, and the College celebrates the open exchange of ideas within a climate of civility and mutual respect. We view differences-from race and ethnicity to sexual orientation and political perspectives-as rich opportunities for understanding, learning, and growth. To learn more, please click here.

Through its mission, Rollins College is firmly committed to creating a just community that embraces multiculturalism; persons from historically under-represented minority groups are therefore encouraged to apply. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law, in its educational programs and activities.

Benefits &
Perks:

Paid Holidays and College Closure Days
Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
FREE On-Campus Parking
FREE Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
FREE Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
Pet Insurance
100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs: Blue Rewards, Rally Dollars, Hinge Health Musculoskeletal Coaching
Plus More!

Additional Perks:

Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards and more)
FREE E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
College Bookstore Discounts
Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
Plus More!

Click here to review our full benefits package.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Service Months:

9

To apply, visit https://jobs.rollins.edu/cw/en-us/job/493515/assistant-professor-environmental-studies