University of Tampa
Assistant Teaching Professor, Environmental Studies
University of Tampa, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
Overview
The Department of Environmental Studies within the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a full-time, renewable, non-tenure track position at the Assistant Teaching Professor level beginning in August 2026. This position will have primary teaching responsibilities in introductory-level Environmental Studies courses for majors and general education Environmental Studies courses for non-majors (e.g., Environmental Science, Biodiversity Conservation, Urban Sustainability, Introduction to Geosciences). Area of expertise for this position is open. The department is interested in attracting candidates with expertise in 1) the natural and social sciences as they relate to environmental issues and 2) environmental pedagogy. Opportunities for research involving undergraduates and current members of the faculty are possible using research space and equipment that may be made available by on-campus collaborators. Qualifications
Masters or Doctoral degrees in Environmental Education, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, or a related field is preferred. Prior teaching experience with undergraduates is required and a personal commitment to quality undergraduate teaching and advising is essential. Responsibilities
The position has primary teaching responsibilities in introductory Environmental Studies courses for majors and general education courses for non-majors. Area of expertise is open. Application Materials
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Teaching Evaluations Name and Contact Information of References Copies of Graduate/Terminal Transcripts Reference Letters
Three reference letters from external providers are required. Please have referees email letters to employment@ut.edu with your name and the position you applied for in the email subject line. Additional Information
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution with more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is located on a 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's central business district. UTampa offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors across several colleges and multiple graduate programs, and has strong commitments to diversity. The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations. Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Once your application is submitted, no changes may be made. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application. Note: A maximum of five documents may be attached to your application. If more than five documents are required, please combine the additional documents into a single attachment so that you may continue through the application process. Background Check
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. To apply, visit https://utampa.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Faculty/job/Tampa/Assistant-Teaching-Professor--Environmental-Studies_R0009997-1. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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The Department of Environmental Studies within the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a full-time, renewable, non-tenure track position at the Assistant Teaching Professor level beginning in August 2026. This position will have primary teaching responsibilities in introductory-level Environmental Studies courses for majors and general education Environmental Studies courses for non-majors (e.g., Environmental Science, Biodiversity Conservation, Urban Sustainability, Introduction to Geosciences). Area of expertise for this position is open. The department is interested in attracting candidates with expertise in 1) the natural and social sciences as they relate to environmental issues and 2) environmental pedagogy. Opportunities for research involving undergraduates and current members of the faculty are possible using research space and equipment that may be made available by on-campus collaborators. Qualifications
Masters or Doctoral degrees in Environmental Education, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, or a related field is preferred. Prior teaching experience with undergraduates is required and a personal commitment to quality undergraduate teaching and advising is essential. Responsibilities
The position has primary teaching responsibilities in introductory Environmental Studies courses for majors and general education courses for non-majors. Area of expertise is open. Application Materials
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Teaching Evaluations Name and Contact Information of References Copies of Graduate/Terminal Transcripts Reference Letters
Three reference letters from external providers are required. Please have referees email letters to employment@ut.edu with your name and the position you applied for in the email subject line. Additional Information
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution with more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is located on a 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's central business district. UTampa offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors across several colleges and multiple graduate programs, and has strong commitments to diversity. The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations. Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Once your application is submitted, no changes may be made. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application. Note: A maximum of five documents may be attached to your application. If more than five documents are required, please combine the additional documents into a single attachment so that you may continue through the application process. Background Check
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. To apply, visit https://utampa.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Faculty/job/Tampa/Assistant-Teaching-Professor--Environmental-Studies_R0009997-1. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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