Job Description – Lecturer in Ecology The Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia (http://www.ecology.uga.edu/) invites applications for a 9-month, full-time Lecturer (non-tenure track). We seek candidates who are passionate about quality undergraduate education and who can contribute to mentoring students. The University of Georgia supports a culture of learning in which students are active participants in the classroom and instructors utilize instructional practices that purposefully engage all students in the learning process. New faculty can learn more about active learning opportunities at UGA and access the digital Active Learning Toolkit by visiting UGA’s Active Learning website at www.activelearning.uga.edu<https://www.activelearning.uga.edu/>. The successful candidate will show evidence of excellence in teaching, an ability to collaboratively support a growing academic program, and will have excellent organizational and time management skills. Responsibilities include teaching five to six courses per year including marine mammal ecology and a combination of ichthyology, large-enrollment introductory courses in general ecology and/or environmental science, and other courses to be developed based on expertise and programmatic needs. Additional opportunities for summer teaching include an existing field-based version of the marine mammals course that is offered at the UGA Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. Lecturers at the University of Georgia are eligible for rank promotion per UGA guidelines: https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotio...) To apply, candidates must have a PhD in Ecology or a terminal degree in a related field, such as marine sciences, conservation biology, or zoology. Applications should be submitted electronically at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/406075. Application materials should be submitted as PDFs and include: a) a cover letter indicating your background and suitability for the position and a list of classes that could be taught; b) your curriculum vitae; c) a two-page statement of your teaching philosophy and experiences in undergraduate instruction that includes specific active learning methods you have used or plan to use in the classroom, a rationale of why you use those practices, and how they contribute to student learning; d) the name and contact information (address, email and phone) for three professional references who can address your qualifications. A separate file (limited to 10 pages) with evidence in support of teaching excellence can also be uploaded. This file could include course syllabi, developed course materials, letters from students taught, peer teaching evaluations, and/or excerpts from student evaluations. Review of candidates will begin on 22 Dec. 2024. Anticipated start date is August 1, 2025. As a sea grant institution, the University of Georgia maintains numerous facilities for coastal research, education, and outreach, including the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (http://www.skio.uga.edu/) and the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island (https://ugami.uga.edu/). In addition, UGA is home to the Georgia Museum of Natural History (https://naturalhistory.uga.edu/), which includes extensive marine mammal and ichthyology collections. The University of Georgia is located in Athens, Georgia. Georgia is known for its quality of life with both outdoor and urban activities (www.georgia.gov<http://www.georgia.gov>). UGA (www.uga.edu<http://www.uga.edu>) is a land grant/sea grant institution located approximately 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. It is within an hour’s driving distance from the North Georgia Mountains and four hours from the Atlantic coast. Athens enjoys a mild climate and yet still sees the benefits of the changing seasons. It is well known for its vibrant and evolving music scene. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. -- Alli Injaian, PhD (she/hers) Lecturer & Academic Coordinator Odum School of Ecology, Rm 134 140 E. Green St | Athens, GA 30602 https://www.ecology.uga.edu/ [University of Georgia]
