EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Nine-month, tenure-track position
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PRIMARY DUTY: *We are seeking a tenure-track faculty member capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate level geology courses. Preference will be given to candidates who are capable of teaching paleontology and/or incorporate field experiences into coursework. A strong candidate should be comfortable teaching entry-level general geology and earth science courses. Recruitment of geology majors, academic advisement, and mentoring of undergraduate research are considered essential duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach 24-26 credits (variety of undergraduate level geology courses) per year with seven weekly office hours.
• Teach and develop course material pertinent to teaching load including electronic materials for use in CANVAS.
• Recruit geology majors.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Mentor undergraduate research.
• Serve the department and the university on committees as assigned.
• Develop and maintain a modest amount of scholarly research.

REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Ph.D.
Skills: Good classroom management and lecture skills

WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical university classroom, office, and laboratory conditions

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EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED:* Common classroom teaching equipment.

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TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: *Ability to complete essential functions in the classroom and laboratory

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COMMUNITY: *Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city’s website at www.maryville.org.

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UNIVERSITY: *With an enrollment of about 8,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.

Founded in 1905, Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.

The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 98 percent of Northwest bachelor’s degree earners and nearly 100 percent of master’s degree earners secure employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data.

Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.”

For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu.
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APPLICATION DEADLINE: *Until filled

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DATE AVAILABLE: *August 14, 2023

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TO APPLY:* Please fill out a Northwest application online http://agency.governmentjobs.com/nwmissouri/default.cfm to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit: (1) a letter of application which describes your teaching experience and suitability for the position; (2) a statement of teaching philosophy; (3) statement of research interest; (4) a current curriculum vitae; (5) unofficial transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work and (6) contact information for three professional reference for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email bbadger@nwmissouri.edu for more information.

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INQUIRIES FOR THE POSITION CAN BE MADE TO:*

• *Geologist Search Committee

Department of Natural Sciences
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
Phone: (660) 562-1388
E-mail: natsci@nwmissouri.edu

The Office of Human Resource prides itself in offering a full, competitive benefits package with providers, who we feel, will offer the best service possible to the employees. Full-time employees are offered Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance options as well as retirement plans upon employment at the University. For more information on each of these topics, please contact the office of Human Resources at (660) 562-1127 or via email at hrwebpg@nwmissouri.edu.

Job Type: Full-time

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