Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Science

Shepherd University is seeking a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Science specializing in Ecology. Responsibilities include teaching courses such as Environmental Science, Limnology, and Ichthyology, holding office hours, and mentoring students. Candidates should have a Master's or preferably a PhD in Environmental Sciences or related fields. The position offers a salary between $49,050 and $56,900, with various benefits. Applications are due by April 1, 2026.
Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number
F143P

Working Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Science

FLSA
Exempt

Pay Grade
Faculty

Advertised Salary
$49,050 - $56,900

Position Status
Full Time

Appointment Length
9 Months

Department
Dept of Natural and Physical Sciences

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Natural and Physical Sciences at Shepherd University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Science with specialization in an Ecology related field. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory Environmental Science courses, Limnology, and Ichthyology, and other courses as assigned. The candidate will be expected to, in addition to teaching duties, hold office hours each week and assist with student mentorship. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level, postdoctoral experience, and/or experience mentoring undergraduate research students.

Minimum Qualifications

The department is looking for candidates with a Masters Degree in Environmental Sciences, or closely related field such as Aquatic Sciences, from an accredited program with the ability to teach Limnology and Ichthyology.

Preferred Qualifications

The department is looking for candidates with a PhD in Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field such as Aquatic Sciences, from an accredited program.

Posting Date
03/10/2026

Close Date

Special Instructions Summary

Appointment to this position will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by April 1, 2026.

Submit all of the following documents for a complete application: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research goals, and the names and contact information (phone number, e-mail address, mailing address) for three references. Additional information concerning the Environmental Science program can be obtained by contacting Dr. Brooke Comer, 304-876-5782 or (bcomer@shepherd.edu). Information about the Shepherd University College of STEMN is available at http://www.shepherd.edu/cstemn/ and the Environmental Science Program is available at https://www.shepherd.edu/eps/.

o Wide range of health insurance and other benefits

o 401(a) retirement savings with 6% contribution match; eligibility to continue health insurance post-retirement, and other retiree perks

o Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents