Environmental Studies, an interdisciplinary department in the College of Public Affairs and Administration, seeks applications at the tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level with expertise in environmental policy, administration, and law beginning on August 15, 2010. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in environmental policy/administration, environmental law, environmental studies, or a related discipline. The successful candidate must be able to teach environmental policy and analysis, natural resources policy and administration, NEPA, environmental law, environmental ethics, and conduct research in her/his specialization.
Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is one of the three campuses of the University of Illinois. The UIS campus serves approximately 4,700 students in 1 doctoral, 20 master's and 22 undergraduate programs. The academic curriculum of the campus emphasizes a strong liberal arts core, an array of professional programs, extensive opportunities in experiential education, and a broad engagement in public affairs issues. The campus offers many small classes, substantial student-faculty interaction, and a technology enhanced learning environment and an extensive set of online and blended programs. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Its faculty members are committed teachers, active scholars, and engaged professionals in service to society. Send a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy and research interest, vita, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and the names and contact information of at least three references to Search Committee, Department of Environmental Studies, University of Illinois at Springfield, One University Plaza, Springfield, Illinois 62703. Review of applications will begin September 21, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
