Instructor, MEERM Director at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

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Posting Number:

FAC00229PO23

Advertised Title:

Instructor, MEERM Director

Campus:

Columbia

College/Division:

College of Arts and Sciences

Department:

CAS School of Earth, Ocean and, Environment

Advertised Salary Range:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Position Category:

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis :

9 months

Work County:

Richland

Tenure Information:

Professional Track

Job Search Category:

Faculty

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary:

The School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment (
SEOE) at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a Professional Track Faculty Member and Director of the Masters of Earth and Environmental Resources Management (
MEERM) professional master's degree program. We seek an energetic, innovative individual committed to providing high-quality educational experiences to aspiring leaders in environmental management and sustainability in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to lead the next phase of development of the MEERM program with the goal of building a leading professional masters degree in environmental management. Responsibilities of the position include identifying, developing, and maintaining internship and cooperative opportunities for SEOE students; leading marketing and recruitment efforts for the MEERM program; and leading improvement of the curriculum to ensure it meets the needs of students and employers. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the MEERM program's internship course and teaching additional courses in the candidate's area of expertise across the SEOE's curriculum. This full-time, professional track faculty position is on a 9-month pay basis with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2024.




The SEOE is a multidisciplinary unit within the College of Arts and Sciences, with academic programs in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geological Sciences, and Marine Science. The SEOE enrolls approximately 600 undergraduate students in four undergraduate programs, 60 graduate students in 5 graduate programs, and 35 faculty representing research areas ranging from natural to social sciences, including marine, environmental and geological sciences. Additionally, USC is home to the
Baruch Marine Field Laboratory (BMFL), which conducts research and supports education to improve the management of marine and estuarine resources and is located on the coast, in Georgetown, SC. With a full complement of research infrastructure as well as unparalleled access to a 'near-pristine' estuary, the BMFL is available to enhance teaching resources and the MEERM student experience.


The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. Thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates whose research, teaching, and/or service align with this commitment.

Required Education and Experience:

The successful candidate will have a social science or natural science PhD related to environmental policy/management, environmental science, or sustainability.

Desired Start Date:

08/16/2024

Job Open Date:

10/25/2023

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Applicants must submit 1) a cover letter that details their professional accomplishments and qualifications for directing the MEERM program, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching and mentorship, 4) the contact information for at least three references. Reference letters will only be requested from top applicants after an initial screening. For additional information, please contact Dr. David Fuente (fuente@seoe.sc.edu). Review of applications will begin on December 4, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.


This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/155951

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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