Assistant Professor, Environmental Science/Ecological Restoration About Westfield State University: In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State fosters intellectual curiosity, encourages critical thinking, inspires civic engagement, and promotes a global perspective. We are public teaching institution committed to offering quality programs in the liberal arts and sciences and complementing professional studies curricula where research is strongly encouraged, especially projects that involve undergraduates and/or community partners. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. The University is dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds. Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The University is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts and offers a high quality of life. Hiking, canoeing, and ski areas are minutes away, the campus is just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany. Job Description: The Department of Environmental Science at Westfield State University seeks a full-time environmental science faculty member with a specialty in ecological restoration or related field for a tenure track position beginning Fall 2018. Teaching responsibilities include introductory courses in environmental science and upper-level courses, including ecological restoration. Well-qualified candidates will have applied work experience in their field of expertise; evidence of outstanding teaching ability or potential; experience in collaborative teaching and learning environments; and experience in the area of environmental policy or human dimensions of environmental science. The Department of Environmental Science at Westfield State University, currently with 150 active students, is one of the largest such departments in the Northeast and has new lab space in the Nettie Stevens Science Center. The University owns a wetland complex, property on the Wild and Scenic Westfield River, and woodlands that are used for field-based teaching and research. We have a strong working relationship with environmental partners such as The Nature Conservancy, MA Division of Ecological Restoration, Wild and Scenic Advisory Committee, National Park Service, Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, and other community groups. WSU considers teaching and learning to be the primary duty of faculty. However, research is strongly encouraged, especially projects that involve undergraduates and/or community partners. The department offers a collegial work environment where classes are relatively small. Additional information on the Department of Environmental Science can be found at: http://www.westfield.ma.edu/academics/environmental-science-department https://www.facebook.com/Westfield-State-Environmental-Science-168696726672260/ Requirements: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in an environmental-science or ecology-related discipline, be a dynamic and engaging teacher, be able to develop and teach courses in ecological restoration, and be able to mentor undergraduate research projects in their area of scientific expertise. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Review of applications will begin October 18, 2017. The position will remain open until finalists have been selected. Additional Information: Disability Accommodations: Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact Lawrence Johnson, the University's ADA Coordinator at (413) 572-8485. Background Check: Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment. Application Instructions: An online application is required. A complete application includes: * Cover letter* * Curriculum vitae * Unofficial copies of all transcripts * Statement of teaching philosophy with research plan * Contact information for three reference letter providers** NOTES: *In your cover letter please include the ways in which you would advance diversity and inclusion in your classroom and at the university. **Contact information for three reference letter providers should be completed on the Reference form. Applicants that are using Interfolio for an existing confidential letter of recommendation should provide the Interfolio based email address (e.g. r...@interfolio.com) on the reference list form. Please contact Interfolio for assistance. Westfield State University provides equal access to employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, age, disability or veteran status in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies. To Apply, visit: http://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=90707
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