Affiliated Instructor in Environmental Science

Wheaton College in Norton, MA, is seeking a temporary Affiliated Instructor in Environmental Science for the Fall Semester. The role involves teaching an undergraduate Introduction to GIS course (ESCI 298) that focuses on geospatial analysis and environmental applications. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in GIS or a related field, have teaching experience, and be knowledgeable in ESRI ArcGIS software. Application materials must be submitted online, and the position includes a summer stipend for course development.
Wheaton is a leading private, coeducational, liberal arts college
of 1800 students located in Norton, MA and within easy commuting
distance of Boston and Providence.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number:

0601163

Position Title:

Affiliated Instructor in Environmental Science

FLSA:

Exempt

Job Type:

Temporary

Staff Term:

Other

Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates):

Academic Year Schedule (dates):

Faculty Term:

Fall Semester Only

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

Biology

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Science ( BCES )
Department is seeking an inctructor to teach an Introduction to GIS
( ESCI 298) course that supports majors in the Environmental
Science program and students in our new Environmental Science 4+1
Master of Science program. The instructor will be expected to teach
an undergraduate level introduction to Geographic Information
Systems, with emphasis on environmental applications. ESCI 298 is a
4-credit course that introduces the fundamental concepts and tools
of geospatial analysis and cartographic design in GIS . Through a
series of lectures and hands-on computer-based exercises offered on
campus, students will learn the essential elements of GIS .
Position includes summer stipend prior to the Fall 2025 semester
for course development in collaboration with existing Environmental
Science faculty.

To apply, submit via Wheaton’s online application system the
following: 1) a curriculum vitae or resume, 2) a cover letter that
addresses the candidate’s interest in the position, 3) a statement
of teaching philosophy, and 4) a list of references. The candidate
must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States by
the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue to work
legally for the term of employment. Application materials should be
submitted online at https://jobs.wheatoncollege.edu/postings/.
Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis until the
position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or
related discipline
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Pro software and ArcGIS online
• Classroom experience teaching at the community college or
university level
• Experience in working with diverse faculty, staff, and student
populations
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Preferred Qualifications:

Compensation and Benefits

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton
College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and

benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment
ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors
including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the
external market for the position or similar positions, level and
scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant
experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have
the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with the
qualifications, education and experience.

Physical Demands

ADA Statement:

Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or
be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform
the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable
accommodation, using some other combination of skills and
abilities.

Eeo Statement

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the
basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status,
genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to
maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment,
the Department and the College actively encourages applications
from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to
personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity.
Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access
that is essential to providing a transformative education in the
Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Posting Date:

11/15/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Contact(s):

Office of Human Resources

Contact Phone/Extension:

508-286-8206

Contact Email:

careers@wheatoncollege.edu

Contact Fax

Special Instructions to Candidates:

The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the
decision to end the COVID -19 public health emergency. Effective
June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID -19
vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we
strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their
vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health
care provider.

While we will no longer require COVID -19 vaccinations, we strongly
encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public
health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID
-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.

References

Supplemental Questions

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Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
• List of References

Optional Documents