In Person Assistant/Associate Professor in Physical Sciences

OverviewJoin to apply for the In Person Assistant/Associate Professor in Physical Sciences role at Unity Environmental University. Unity Environmental University at Pineland is seeking a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Physical Sciences to teach and design bachelor's-level courses for our in-person bachelor's degrees offered at the Pineland Farms, New Gloucester, Maine location. Courses include chemistry, biology, oceanography, and environmental science. Competitive candidates should have a record of scholarship in a physical science and a strong passion for teaching in-person, designed to prepare learners for 21st-century careers.About Unity Environmental University at PinelandAt Unity Environmental University at Pineland, our In-Person Education subsidiary offers structured undergraduate programs tailored for students who wish to focus on one course at a time. This approach ensures immersion and mastery of the material. Our programs are career-oriented and designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge directly applicable in the workforce. We are seeking faculty who are experts in their fields and who are committed to making education accessible and affordable. We invite passionate educators to join our team, where you will play a pivotal role in disrupting the status quo of higher education and helping us advance our mission of accessible, high-quality education.Our Enterprise ModelIn 2017, Unity Environmental University pioneered a shift in organizational structure by embracing the Enterprise Model. This model segments the university into Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs), each functioning with a high degree of autonomy. Designed akin to a matrix organization, the Enterprise Model combines centralized and decentralized management to enhance agility and responsiveness to student and societal needs. Each SEBU operates as an independent entity, yet remains interconnected with the university's core mission. Faculty report to a Dean who oversees their daily work and performance evaluations.Our MissionWe are dedicated to delivering quality education and experiences that produce outstanding environmentally competent professionals and inspire individuals to steward sustainable ecosystems.The OpportunityUnity Environmental University at Pineland is currently seeking a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Physical Sciences with an entrepreneurial spirit to teach and design bachelor's-level courses for our in-person bachelor's degrees offered at the Pineland Farms, New Gloucester, Maine location. Courses include chemistry, biology, oceanography, and environmental science. Competitive candidates should have a record of scholarship in a physical science and a strong passion for teaching courses in-person, designed to prepare learners for 21st-century careers. The bachelor's degrees at Unity Environmental University at Pineland prepare students for careers with environmental organizations, aquatic parks and aquariums, zoos, fisheries and aquaculture facilities, hotels and resorts, sustainable development organizations, public land management, law enforcement agencies, conservation agencies, government agencies, and private organizations. This position will support student success, career networking, completion rates, course instruction, development, and program review.Day-to-day responsibilitiesTeach physical science courses and other courses as assigned.Develop up to 4 to 6 courses per year.Be knowledgeable in the appropriate delivery of the content in a non-standard calendar and within relevant modalities.Teach a minimum of 480 to 600 student workload credits per calendar year as assigned.Contribute to scholarship and research at a regional or national level.Work with the Dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate disciplines.Apply various learning modalities and technologies to engage and support in-person students in achieving learning outcomes.Guide capstone projects in assigned programs as needed.Help recruit students into the Unity Environmental University @ Pineland programs.Maintain currency in course delivery and technology.Demonstrate a high degree of commitment to customer service and quality education.QualificationsThe ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a physical science discipline, along with field experience in related areas of research such as environmental science, wildlife conservation and management.Experience working for/with state or federal management agencies.Demonstrated ability teaching in an in-person postsecondary environment.Record of scholarly research through publications, presentations and/or professional practice.Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.Familiarity with technical terminology as appropriate.Excellent initiative and organizational skills with ability to work both autonomously and in a team.Great time management skills.Ability and willingness to work in-person with students from diverse political/socioeconomic backgrounds and a wide range of physical and academic abilities.Personal commitment to the environmental focus and mission of the Institution.Ability to obtain a valid Maine driver's license with a good driving record.Ability to function effectively within a matrix organizational structure, maintaining open lines of communication while being discreet, courteous, and well poised.LocationPineland Farms, New Gloucester, Maine. Just a half hour from Portland. The headquarters and in-person programs are based at the Pineland Farms campus, with easy access to a growing startup city nearby.Work ScheduleWork hours are specific to the requirements of this position and can include days, evenings, and weekends. Working extended hours may be required. Some travel to other Unity Environmental University locations may be necessary.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of the hands for repetitive movements is required, as is the ability to use the telephone for internal and external communications.Company perksMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceShort- and Long-term disabilityLife InsuranceRetirement Plan with up to 8% matchRelocation AssistanceJob detailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Education and TrainingIndustries: Higher EducationJ-18808-Ljbffr