POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Environmental Science
REPORTS TO: Math & Science Division Chair, Dr. Marygrace Kaiser
POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Science and Mathematics at Eureka College invites applications for a full-time position in Environmental Science at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting August 2026. The successful candidate will teach 24 credits annually, along with assisting in advising environmental science and biology majors and occasionally mentoring senior thesis projects as part of the college’s Honors Program. The environmental science faculty may be required to participate in the college’s interdisciplinary programs including first year seminar or 10 Essentials (general education) science courses at Eureka College. This position has the potential to be offered as a 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor position (with the potential for becoming tenure-track) if degree qualifications and/or preferred experience are not met on day one.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits per academic year) of undergraduate coursework in mathematics.
Courses in 2026-27 academic year will likely include:
- Principles of Biology I and II
- Introductory Environmental Science
- Approaches to Research
- Environmental Biology
Future courses could include and/or introduce:
- GIS (Intro and Advanced)
- Ecology
- Conservation Biology
- Computational Biology
- Botany or Plant Science
- Soil Science
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve on college committees.
- Participate in faculty governance (monthly meetings).
- Supervise undergraduate honors theses & research (as needed).
- Help in the recruiting process of future/prospective students.
- Propose innovations to the Environmental Science and/or Biology program at Eureka College to meet the demands of the current job market and student interests.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
May supervise student workers.
EDUCATION:
Essential:
- PhD in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field, doctoral degree, or ABD with the requirements for the PhD completed by the appointment time of August 1, 2026.
- MS applications will also be considered for a Visiting Assistant Professor, 1-year appointment.
Desirable: Previous teaching in higher education
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Effective communicator
- Organized
- Skilled with Microsoft and electronic mail
SALARY RANGE: $45,000 - $55,000 annually
BENEFITS:
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of benefits, here https://www.eureka.edu/staff-faculty/human-resources
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk or sit. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Normal academic schedules include classes and labs offered during normal work hours Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00pm. Flexibility in the work schedule is required to accommodate occasional evening and weekend hours, including attendance in December and May Commencements and one annual scholarship competition.
