Visiting Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies

Job description

Description The Department of Environmental Studies at Amherst College invites applications for a full-time one-year visiting appointment at the rank of visiting assistant professor. The preferred area of specialization is environmental sociology, but scholars working in other environmental social sciences are also encouraged to apply. This visiting appointment will begin July 1, 2026. A Ph.D. in hand by August 2026 and prior teaching experience are required. The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester at the undergraduate level, including one qualitative methods course intended to prepare students for independent research. The visiting assistant professor will also supervise senior honors theses, attend department meetings, and otherwise participate in department activities. To apply, please submit a letter of application describing teaching and research interests, CV, two course syllabi, and the names and email addresses of three references at https://apply.interfolio.com/185137. Finalists will be requested to submit writing samples and letters of recommendation. Applications received by May 4th, 2026. will receive full consideration, and review of applications w...