Position Summary
The Department of Geography and the Environment invites applications for an adjunct position to teach an undergraduate course, Economics and the Environment, for students with no prior course experience in economics. Possible course content could be broad and survey a variety of topics or focus on specific relevant areas such as, Energy, Corporate Sustainability, Climate Change, Natural Resources, and/or Food Systems, depending on the instructor’s expertise and interests. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties And Responsibilities
This will be a 3-hour per week course, scheduling of course time is flexible. Teaching and related duties will vary with the specific course being taught. Initial course would be offered in Spring 2020.
Minimum Qualifications
Advanced degree in Environmental Economics/Studies, Environmental Resource Economics, Corporate Sustainability or Environmental Sustainability, or a closely related discipline is required and/or candidates with suitable professional / practitioner experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous teaching experience preferred.
Work Schedule
part-time/9-months
