Geology and Environmental Science Visiting Assistant Professor Job at University of Wisconsin Stout, Eau Claire, WI

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  • University of Wisconsin Stout
  • Eau Claire, WI

Job Description

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Position Title:

Geology and Environmental Science: Visiting Assistant Professor

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Lecturer

Job Duties:

POSITION : A full-time instructional academic staff position is available in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science for the 2026-2027 academic year with a start date of August 17 2026 . The official title for the position is Lecturer with a working title of Visiting Assistant Professor . This is a one-year appointment with salary commensurate with experience and qualifications .

QUALIFICATIONS : A masters degree in the area of Geology and Environmental Science or Physical Geography from a regionally accredited institution is required. The following will be considered assets: Ph.D. A.B.D. evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level and demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusiveness. Applicants must be work-authorized in the United States.

DUTIES : Teach the equivalent of 15 credits each semester as assigned (GEOL 106 Earth Science in the fall and spring semesters with the possibility of teaching an upper-division course during the spring in the content area of the successful candidates qualifications).

THE UNIT : The Department of Geology and Environmental Science offers a B.S. degree in Geology and Environmental Science. The department consists of six faculty and approximately seventy majors. Students may choose an emphasis in general geology hydrogeology and water chemistry dual degree geological engineering or environmental science. The department prides itself on a long tradition and central focus on collaborative student/faculty research. Laboratory facilities include a modern analytical geochemistry laboratory a 15-station petrography laboratory a hydrogeology/structure laboratory consisting of a 12-station computer laboratory with GIS and ground-water modeling software geophysical and hydrogeological instrumentation. The Department is a collaborative member of the Materials Science Center a consortium between Biology Chemistry Geology and Physics focused on nanoscience materials science research and collaboration with industry ( and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY : UW-Eau Claire an institution of approximately 9000 students and 1100 faculty and staff is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. W e strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity sustainability leadership and innovation. To learn more about UWEC visit .

The City of Eau Claire situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails strong public schools a vibrant arts scene and local food culture and abundant recreational opportunities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: (Job ID #). Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format :

  • Letter of interest
  • Curriculum vita
  • Names and contact information for three references.

Please direct requests for additional information to: Scott Clark:

To ensure consideration completed applications must be received by May 29 2026 . However screening may continue until position is filled.

Key Job Responsibilities:

  • Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
  • Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
  • Facilitates classroom online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance

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INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

UW-Eau Claire an institution of approximately 9000 students and 1200 faculty and staff is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity sustainability leadership and innovation. To learn more about UWEC visit .

The City of Eau Claire situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails strong public schools a vibrant arts scene and local food culture and abundant recreational opportunities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. SeeWis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited the University Police want students faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report . Also visit our Campus Security Authority (CSA) policy.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job Tags

Full time, Fixed term contract, Local area

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