University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Lecturer - Earth and Ocean Sciences
University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Special Instructions
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Thursday, December 4, 2025, the posting closing date.
To apply, complete the online application available at
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37610
by electronically submitting separately and attach the following materials as an Adobe PDF document:
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
List of 3 Professional References
Teaching Philosophy
Other
(5) Teaching Philosophy a. teaching practices, interests, and experience (face-to-face and online) b. brief description of potential undergraduate and graduate course offerings c. brief description of laboratory coordinating experience d. plan for actively engaging students in field/applied learning and classroom settings e. interest/experience in Southeast USA geology.
For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. David E. Blake (blaked@uncw.edu). For questions about the online application process, contact Ghilaine Dallaire (dallaireg@uncw.edu).
Position Summary The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences within the College of Science and Engineering at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track Lecturer of Geology position beginning in August 2026. This position carries a full-time teaching load of 12 contact hours per semester.
The successful candidate will teach general education and upper-level courses in geology and geosciences such as Introductory Geology, Environmental Geology, Earth Materials, Written and/or Oral Communications, Regional Geology, Field Techniques, and Contemporary Geoscience Issues, as well as courses in the candidate’s specialty. Teaching experience in a variety of formats and modalities including a strong field/applied learning component, ability to coordinate introductory lab offerings, and knowledge of and ability to incorporate Southeast USA geology into course offerings is preferred.
The successful candidate will also participate in departmental activities, provide departmental service, and engage in community outreach to expand our visibility and student enrollment and participation in the Geology and Geosciences programs.
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
A Master’s degree in geology, geosciences, or closely related area with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework is required by August 1, 2026 to be eligible for employment.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate introductory lab offerings
Experience teaching at college level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
A Ph.D. degree in geology, geosciences, or closely related area.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to exceptional teaching at the college level beyond teaching assistantship duties.
Demonstrated experience teaching large classes and field/applied-based courses.
Demonstrated experience coordinating undergraduate introductory laboratory sections in geology, environmental geology, or related fields.
Demonstrated interest in Southeast USA geology.
Demonstrated experience in multiple modes of instruction including in-person and online.
Demonstrated interest or success in outreach efforts to increase visibility, student participation, and enrollment in Earth and Ocean Sciences.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
List of 3 Professional References
Teaching Philosophy
Other
Optional Documents
Other
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Contact Information Search Committee Chair: Dr. David E. Blake (blaked@uncw.edu) Online Application Process: Ghilaine Dallaire (dallaireg@uncw.edu)
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Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Thursday, December 4, 2025, the posting closing date.
To apply, complete the online application available at
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37610
by electronically submitting separately and attach the following materials as an Adobe PDF document:
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
List of 3 Professional References
Teaching Philosophy
Other
(5) Teaching Philosophy a. teaching practices, interests, and experience (face-to-face and online) b. brief description of potential undergraduate and graduate course offerings c. brief description of laboratory coordinating experience d. plan for actively engaging students in field/applied learning and classroom settings e. interest/experience in Southeast USA geology.
For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. David E. Blake (blaked@uncw.edu). For questions about the online application process, contact Ghilaine Dallaire (dallaireg@uncw.edu).
Position Summary The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences within the College of Science and Engineering at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track Lecturer of Geology position beginning in August 2026. This position carries a full-time teaching load of 12 contact hours per semester.
The successful candidate will teach general education and upper-level courses in geology and geosciences such as Introductory Geology, Environmental Geology, Earth Materials, Written and/or Oral Communications, Regional Geology, Field Techniques, and Contemporary Geoscience Issues, as well as courses in the candidate’s specialty. Teaching experience in a variety of formats and modalities including a strong field/applied learning component, ability to coordinate introductory lab offerings, and knowledge of and ability to incorporate Southeast USA geology into course offerings is preferred.
The successful candidate will also participate in departmental activities, provide departmental service, and engage in community outreach to expand our visibility and student enrollment and participation in the Geology and Geosciences programs.
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
A Master’s degree in geology, geosciences, or closely related area with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework is required by August 1, 2026 to be eligible for employment.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate introductory lab offerings
Experience teaching at college level
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
A Ph.D. degree in geology, geosciences, or closely related area.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to exceptional teaching at the college level beyond teaching assistantship duties.
Demonstrated experience teaching large classes and field/applied-based courses.
Demonstrated experience coordinating undergraduate introductory laboratory sections in geology, environmental geology, or related fields.
Demonstrated interest in Southeast USA geology.
Demonstrated experience in multiple modes of instruction including in-person and online.
Demonstrated interest or success in outreach efforts to increase visibility, student participation, and enrollment in Earth and Ocean Sciences.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
List of 3 Professional References
Teaching Philosophy
Other
Optional Documents
Other
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Contact Information Search Committee Chair: Dr. David E. Blake (blaked@uncw.edu) Online Application Process: Ghilaine Dallaire (dallaireg@uncw.edu)
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