Assistant Professor - Land-Based STEM Education

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
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Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number F001213P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title Assistant Professor - Land-Based STEM Education
Advertising Pay Range $75,000 annually or higher depending on experience
Location McCall
Primary Division/College College of Natural Resources
Primary Unit Natural Resources and Society
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title Regular Faculty
Position Control Number 4332
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE
1.0
Contract Basis Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/12/2024
FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Tenure Tracking Tenure Track
Rank Assistant Professor
Extension Type Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
This is a full-time (nine month) tenure track academic year assistant professor appointment in the Natural Resources and Society department (50% teaching and advising, 20% Scholarship, 20% Outreach, 10% University service) with the option of an additional summer contract. The position is shared with the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS).The faculty member in this position will be responsible for:
  • instruction of existing courses in place-based and land-based Stem education and field science teaching methods as part of the Master of Natural Resources in Environmental Education and Science Communication (MNR-EESC);
  • working collaboratively with faculty in the MNR-EESC program, CEHHS, CNR, and the Center for Indigenous Research and Education (CIRE) to develop and deliver graduate courses contributing to curriculum and instruction programs (M.Ed and Ed.S), and Indigenous STEM teaching methods;
  • developing an externally funded research program focusing on land education pedagogy, STEM based field education, environmental education, or related topics;
  • advising and mentoring graduate students about professional educational opportunities; 5) assisting with graduate student recruitment;
  • collaborating with faculty and staff in partnering with communities and Tribal nations to align programs with community-defined priorities and needs.
  • conducting research in conduction with efficacy of education approach
  • assisting with the implementation of EHHS courses at McCall Outdoor Science School
Unit/Department Summary
The University of Idaho McCall Field Campus and the College of Natural Resources (CNR) invite applications for a nine-month tenure track assistant professor in Land-based and place-based STEM pedagogy. This position will be located at the University of Idaho McCall Field Campus (UI-MFC). The UI-MFC is located approximately 200 miles south of the main campus of the University of Idaho, in the West Central Mountains region of Idaho, in the mountain community of McCall. The mission of the McCall Field Campus is to cultivate reciprocal relationships between land, waters, and people by partnering with communities on innovative research and transformative Stem education experiences. The UI-MFC is home to the McCall OutdoorScience School (MOSS), engaging approximately 2,500 pre-K through college students each year in land-based education. The UI-MFC also hosts a one-year graduate residency program that leads to a Master of Natural Resources in Environmental Education and Science Communication (MNR-EESC). Graduate students in the MNR-EESC serve as instructors for the MOSS program. Faculty and staff at the UI-MFC actively partner with schools across the State of Idaho to enrich STEM education opportunities for Idaho’s young people. They also collaborate with Tribal Nations and local communities to advance educational STEM priorities.
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising 50%
Scholarship & Creative Activity 20%
Outreach & Extension 20%
University Service & Leadership 10%

Qualifications


Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
  • PhD degree in education, Indigenous studies, environmental studies or science, natural resources, or related fields.
  • Experience working collaboratively and effectively with diverse teams, across disciplines and cultural settings.
  • Experience designing and carrying out scholarly work, including experience publishing in referred journals on topics as described.
  • Experience developing a research program that is recognized for land education pedagogy, STEM based field education, environmental education, or related.
  • Experience teaching at the college or graduate level.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Clear track record of being able to work in partnership with Tribal communities through educational or research initiatives.
  • Related experience or training in Land-based and place-based education pedagogy, STEM teaching methods, culturally sustaining curriculum design, and/or related topics.
  • Experience applying community-based participatory projects, place-based, rural, and Indigenous pedagogies in a professional or “real-world” environment, especially activities associated with Tribal Nations and rural communities.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information


Posting Date 01/26/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled. Priority will be giving to applicants who have submitted their materials by February 23rd, 2024.
Along with a cover letter (maximum of two pages), CV, and references, applicants should also submit:
  • Statement of teaching experience and philosophy (maximum of two pages) – please upload to the ‘Statement of Teaching’
  • Statement of experience working in partnership with schools, communities, and/or Tribal Nations (maximum of two pages) – please upload to the ‘Other Document 1’
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement

The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain

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