Limited Term Adjunct Instructor, Geosciences (Mineral and Energy Resources)
Posting Number	req27616
Department	Geosciences
Department Website Link	https://geo.arizona.edu/
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The University of Arizona's Department of Geosciences seeks a Limited Term Adjunct Lecturer to teach GEOS 346, Mineral and Energy Resources, in a fully online format delivered through the University of Arizona’s D2L course management system. GEOS 346 surveys the geological environments in which mineral and energy resources form, the environmental and societal impacts of resource extraction and use, and the role of mineral and energy resources in the global energy transition. This position covers one 3-unit course, with a Job FTE of approximately 0.20. The Department of Geosciences is part of the College of Science, a unit aiming to produce knowledge about earth and environmental processes and human-environment interactions at all geographic and temporal scales. Our department focuses on research and education in the nature, genesis, and history of the Earth and its crust, and the evolution of the environment and biota at the Earth's surface. We encourage interdisciplinary approaches to research in the geosciences, both within the department and through interdepartmental programs. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Prepare and deliver lectures and course materials for GEOS 346 in an online format delivered through D2L. Develop and grade assignments, quizzes, and examinations, and maintain accurate and timely student records. Hold regular office hours (in person and/or virtual) and respond promptly to student communication. Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Ph.D. in Geosciences or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience teaching at a university level. Expertise in Earth resources (e.g., economic geology, mineral resources, or energy resources). Experience teaching mineral and energy resources, economic geology, or related coursework. Experience with D2L or other classroom management and communication software. Experience teaching in a hybrid or online format. Experience developing instructional materials (lectures, study guides, homework assignments, assessments, discussions) for hybrid or online teaching. Proficiency with online communication software such as Zoom.
Rank	Instructor
Tenure Information	Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	8
Job FTE	0.20
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Teaching Faculty
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	$11,500
Compensation Type	Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	3/8/2027
Expected End Date	5/23/2027
Contact Information for Candidates	Lilian Schwartz Human Resources Generalist [email protected]
Open Date	11/10/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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