Adjunct Faculty: Environmental Science (Fall semester)

Bunker Hill Community College is seeking Adjunct Faculty for Environmental Science courses in Fall 2026, specifically 'Indigenous Perspectives on Landscapes' and 'Environmental Ethics'. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Environmental Science or a related field, teaching experience, and the ability to teach in person during evenings or weekends. The position is based in Boston, MA, and offers a salary of $1,397 per credit hour.
Category:: Adjunct Faculty
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Department:: Science, Engineering & Mathematics Department
Locations:: Boston, MA
Posted:: Feb 17, 2026
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Adjunct Faculty
Ref. No.:: ADJ
Position ID:: 197322

About Bunker Hill Community College:

With more than 50 years of academic excellence, Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is one of Massachusetts' largest community colleges, serving approximately 16,000 students annually. With campuses in Charlestown and Chelsea, BHCC offers a broad range of educational opportunities throughout Greater Boston. BHCC fosters a welcoming and supportive learning environment for students by offering associate degrees and certificates, early college and dual enrollment, community education, corporate training, and industry-specific programs.

Job Description:

The Environmental Science Department at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach two new courses during the Fall 2026 semester.

Indigenous Perspectives on Landscapes (ENV-112) examines how Indigenous knowledge systems shape relationships with land, ecosystems, and environmental stewardship, past and present. With a focus on Southern New England tribes, students explore Indigenous sustainability practices, climate change and environmental justice, collaborative land management, and Indigenous-led restoration and cultural revitalization. This course supports Environmental Science majors and fulfills BHCC's General Education requirements for Community and Cultural Contexts.

Environmental Ethics (ENV-223) explores the moral relationship between humans and the natural world, focusing on how ethical frameworks guide decisions on environmental issues. Students examine theories such as biocentrism, ecofeminism, and the land ethic while addressing topics including climate change, conservation, biodiversity, environmental justice, and sustainability. This course supports Environmental Science majors and fulfills BHCC's General Education requirements for Community and Cultural Contexts.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Experience teaching at the community college or university level.
• Ability to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations.
• Availability to teach in person during evening hours or weekends.
• For ENV-112: Knowledge of Indigenous cultures of Southern New England tribes.

Preferred Qualifications
• Doctoral degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience incorporating active learning and inclusive teaching practices.

Additional Information:

Salary: $1,397 per credit hour.

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account:
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.

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