Organization: Program on the Environment / College of the Environment
Title: Lecturer Part-Time
Search #: NN0159
University of Washington
Program on the Environment Instructor for
Environmental Studies 100: Interdisciplinary Foundations
Title: Lecturer Part-Time
Appointment: Seeking highly qualified instructors for 50% appointments for Autumn 2010 and Winter 2011.
Electronic Application: Send cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, and list of three references with contact information by email to: poe@u.washington.edu, Attn: Julia Parrish, Director, Program on the Environment. Senior faculty should simply contact the Director to express their interest.
First consideration given to applications received by February 17, 2010.
The Program on the Environment (PoE) offers a B.A. in Environmental Studies. We seek an instructor to co-teach our introductory core course - Environmental Studies 100: Interdisciplinary Foundations (5 credits).
Our teaching model for this course combines the complementary skills of two instructors across the natural and social sciences: one a more senior faculty member, and a second junior-level instructor who, in addition to lecturing, will serve as the lead instructor and coordinator for teaching assistant (TA) effort. We are currently searching for the junior / coordinator position, and are especially interested in instructors with social science and/or environmental policy expertise.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
ENVIR 100 is the first in a series of core courses required for the Environmental Studies degree. First offered in Spring 2006, ENVIR 100 provides students with content on a broad range of environmental issues and problems, introduces the interdisciplinary approach to environmental studies, and serves as the gateway course for undergraduates to the B.A. in Environmental Studies. In this context, the course lays groundwork in both content and skill sets that students will need to complete their degrees. At the same time, this course serves as a stand-alone for students with a general interest in environmental issues and approaches to environmental problem-solving.
Students are introduced to environmental issues through classic and current literature touching on the ethical, political, social, and scientific dimensions of environmental study. The course includes lectures and discussion sections, and may also incorporate outside events such as evening seminars or town hall meetings. In discussion sections, students focus on active learning through participation in negotiations, town hall meetings, and group projects. Evaluations include quizzes, written responses to discussions, lecture exams, papers, and projects.
For more information about ENVIR 100, visit the most recent course website at: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/workspace/yoram/3150/13550
Course Catalogue description:
Environmental Studies: Interdisciplinary Foundations (5) I&S/NW
Introduces the interdisciplinary approach to environmental studies. Examines the ethical, political, social and scientific dimensions of current and historical environmental issues, at the local and global scale. First in a three course sequence required of Environmental studies majors. Offered: AU, WI, SP.
QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate must have a Ph.D.; at least three years of university-level teaching experience, or equivalent, preferably in Environmental Studies or a related field; demonstrated skills in a leadership role; an interdisciplinary background and knowledge of scholarly methods and tools across a range of disciplines; excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a wide variety of constituencies; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multi-cultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.