Adjunct Faculty in Environmental Science (Multiple Courses) Department of Biology or Chemistry and

Marian University in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking Adjunct Faculty for the Departments of Biology and Chemistry to teach Environmental Science courses, starting as early as Fall 2024. Candidates with any level of education in Environmental Science or related fields are encouraged to apply. The position emphasizes the university's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice, aligned with its Catholic Franciscan mission. Faculty will engage students through transformative education and collaboration with campus resources.
As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent
many faith systems and worldviews, the Departments of Biology and
Chemistry and Physical Sciences at Marian University in
Indianapolis, IN seek interested Adjunct Faculty to teach
laboratories in Evolution and Ecology and Science, the Environment,
and Society courses to promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and
identity by demonstrating academic excellence and the potential for
distinctive contributions to the holistic development of
students.

Applicants with any level of education in Environmental Science or
a related field will be considered. Appointments may begin as early
as Fall 2024. Specific courses and academic terms to be determined
in consultation with the Chairs of Biology and Chemistry and
Physical Sciences based on instructional need. Both Biology and
Chemistry and Physical Sciences reside in the School of Science and
Mathematics which is part of the College of Arts and Sciences. The
departments offer both Bachelor’s of Arts degrees and Bachelor’s of
Science degrees in addition to contributing to the University’s
“Transformational Journey” General Education program.

The department recognizes the breadth of people, thought, and
experience that contribute to research, education, and related
professions in the sciences. We welcome everyone interested in
undergraduate education in environmental topics as we work to build
a community that is diverse, respectful, accessible, and inclusive.
We are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities and
resources for people of any race, ethnicity, religious belief,
gender identity, age, economic background, disability status, or
any other social or physical component of their identity. Through
our curriculum, our classrooms, our scholarship, our outreach to
the community, and ourselves, we seek to acknowledge and carefully
address existing biases, barriers, and uses and abuses of power and
privilege. This commitment to reducing discrimination and promoting
diversity and inclusion is rooted in the Franciscan Values of
Marian University, which make social justice an indispensable part
of our calling.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of
Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and
honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through
transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through
service, integrating faith and life, and institutional
policies.
• Teach one or more laboratory course(s) per semester by
arrangement with either the Chair of Biology or the Chair of
Chemistry and Physical Sciences.
• Collaborate closely with the Center for Academic Success and
Engagement, Counseling Center, Campus Security and Support, Dining
Services, Student Activities and Orientation, the Exchange,
Athletics, Student Health Center and Campus Ministry to connect
residents to on-campus resources and provide residents with
support.
• Demonstrate cultural competence in race, ethnicity, gender,
gender identity expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic
status, ability, ideology, religion, national origin, and other
areas of diversity.

Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Environmental Science,
Biology, or a related field.
• Enthusiasm for experiential undergraduate education
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion that ensures
all types of students can succeed.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled.

For Consideration All Applications Require:
• Cover Letter
• Current resume or CV
• Contact information of two professional references. The
reference contact information must be entered after the application
is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant
profile.
• Responses to the supplementary mission & identity
questions.

Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity
Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your
application:

https://www.marian.edu/faith

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with
disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.