Job Details

Lecturer - Earth and Ocean Sciences

Position Number: 6652081
Location: Wilmington, NC
Position Type: Science - Geology, Earth Sciences & Oceanography

Lecturer - Earth and Ocean Sciences

College: College of Science and Engineering - 323 College
Dept/School: Earth and Ocean Sciences - 32341
Vacancy Number: 16F-715
Position Number: 6831
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences within the College of Science and Engineering at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track Lecturer of Geology position beginning in August 2026. This position carries a full-time teaching load of 12 contact hours per semester.

The successful candidate will teach general education and upper-level courses in geology and geosciences such as Introductory Geology, Environmental Geology, Earth Materials, Written and/or Oral Communications, Regional Geology, Field Techniques, and Contemporary Geoscience Issues, as well as courses in the candidate's specialty. Teaching experience in a variety of formats and modalities including a strong field/applied learning component, ability to coordinate introductory lab offerings, and knowledge of and ability to incorporate Southeastern USA geology into course offerings is preferred.

The successful candidate will also participate in departmental activities, provide departmental service, and engage in community outreach to expand our visibility and student enrollment and participation in the Geology and Geosciences programs.

Our department is committed to the view that we all benefit from the uniqueness of our students, staff, and faculty and their experiences and perspectives. We believe that our students, faculty, and curriculum are essential elements in that vision. We are seeking a colleague who shares that commitment, has potential for excellence in teaching, and who is interested in being an integral part of the Earth and Ocean Sciences department.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

A Master's degree in geology, geosciences, or closely related area with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework is required by August 1, 2026 to be eligible for employment.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate introductory lab offerings
Experience teaching at college level

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates who have the following qualifications:

A Ph.D. degree in geology, geosciences, or closely related area.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to exceptional teaching at the college level beyond teaching assistantship duties.
Demonstrated experience teaching large classes and field/applied-based courses.
Demonstrated experience coordinating undergraduate introductory laboratory sections in geology, environmental geology, or related fields.
Demonstrated interest in Southeastern USA geology.
Demonstrated experience in multiple modes of instruction including in-person and online.
Demonstrated interest or success in outreach efforts to increase visibility, student participation, and enrollment in Earth and Ocean Sciences.

Required Certifications or Licensure:
No Required Certifications or Licensure

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences (https://www.uncw.edu/earsci/) offers the following degrees: B.S. in Geology and B.S. in Oceanography, B.A. and M.S. in Geosciences, B.A. in Geography and Geospatial Science, and a Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science. The department maintains an outstanding record of teaching, research, and scholarship and provides powerful undergraduate and graduate student experiences that include applied learning, field studies, and mentored research. UNCW maintains a wide range of analytical facilities in support of teaching and research including mineralogy, petrology, sedimentology, tectonics, hydrogeology, geospatial analysis, UAS technology, electron microscopy, stable isotope mass spectrometry, and aqueous geochemistry.

College/School Information:
The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied coastal and ocean sciences; pharmaceutical chemistry; integrative, comparative, and marine biology; and psychology degrees. The college also offers combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in information technology/computer science and information systems, computer science/computer science and information systems, and B.S. in mathematics/M.S. in mathematics. To implement its academic programs, the college provides instruction and research opportunities in the natural and behavioral sciences, information technology, data science, computer science, mathematics, pre-engineering, and engineering. The eight academic departments in the college provide courses of study in each of these areas, in addition to interdepartmental programs in information technology, cybersecurity, and digital arts. A 2+2 in engineering; and 3+2 programs in computer science and electrical or computer engineering; and physics and electrical engineering, are also offered in the college. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs in environmental studies, applied statistics, and geographic information science are also available.

CSE students work with distinguished faculty and scientists, use cutting edge technology, and conduct impactful research. Faculty-directed research projects empower CSE students to apply what they learn inside the classroom and laboratory to real-world situations and prepares them for a variety of careers or advanced study.

University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on Thursday, December 4, 2025, the posting closing date.
To apply complete the online application below by electronically submitting separately and attach the following materials as an Adobe PDF document including:

(1) Cover Letter
(2) Curriculum Vitae
(3) Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
(4) List of 3 Professional References(5) Teaching Philosophy
a. teaching practices, interests, and experience (face-to-face and online),
b. brief description of potential undergraduate and graduate course offerings,
c. brief description of laboratory coordinating experience,
d. plan for actively engaging students in field/applied learning and classroom settings,
e. interest/experience in Southeastern USA geology.(6) Other

For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. David E. Blake (blaked@uncw.edu). For questions about the online application process, contact Ghilaine Dallaire (dallaireg@uncw.edu).

Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/15/2025
Job Close Date: 12/4/2025

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37681

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.