Adjunct Instructor - School of Natural Resources and the Environment- 29719

ABOUT THE ROLE The Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at West Virginia University (WVU) invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty to support the School of Natural Resources and the Environment. Appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis, depending on course enrollments and faculty availability. The School includes programs in Environmental, Energy and Land Management; Environmental, Soil and Water Sciences; Forest Resources and Conservation; and Wildlife and Fisheries Resources. This role aligns with WVU's land-grant mission of preparing students for impactful careers and serving the people of West Virginia. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in relevant disciplines - Employ student-centered instruction, inclusive pedagogy, and experiential learning approaches - Communicate effectively with students and colleagues - Contribute to the academic mission of the School of Natural Resources and the Environment MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - A graduate degree relevant to the course(s) taught is required at the time of appointment - Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and teach undergraduate and/or graduate students PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - A doctoral degree - Experience with student-centered instruction, inclusive pedagogy, and/or experiential learning approaches - Professional experience in applied settings relevant to the course(s) taught SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Availability to teach on a semester-by-semester basis as needs arise SELECTION PROCESS - Review of applications occurs on an as-needed basis and continues on a rolling basis - Qualified candidates may be contacted at any time when an opportunity becomes available HOW TO APPLY Applicants must submit the following materials: - A cover letter indicating discipline(s) and course(s) of interest, availability, and relevant teaching or professional experience - A current curriculum vitae (CV) - A brief statement of teaching philosophy - Contact information for at least three professional references EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Position Type: Part-time / Adjunct Faculty - Schedule: Semester-by-semester appointments - Location: West Virginia University (Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources) - Department: School of Natural Resources and the Environment - Application Review: Begins immediately and continues on a rolling basis - Equal Opportunity Employer: WVU invites all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status