Lecturer in Environmental Science

University of the West Indies - Department of Life Sciences

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF LIFE SCIENCES

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must possess at minimum, a PhD from a recognized university which should be in Environmental Science or a closely related field.

Candidates should also possess:

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level in the field of Environmental Science or a closely related discipline
• A good record of research and publications in reputable, peer reviewed journals
• Evidence of ongoing research in the area of expertise, including tropical environmental scientific experience
• Evidence of success in securing external research funding and pursuing independent research
• Evidence of success in coordinating and overseeing an environmental science laboratory

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:

• Experience in teaching and research at a doctoral level
• Experience in the teaching and supervision of postgraduate students at the MSc, MPhil and PhD levels
• Experience in management of laboratories
• Proficiency in teaching and research in at least one (1) of the following areas:
  • Environmental Pollution
  • Climate Change
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Environmental Policy

The following would be considered assets:

• Certificate in university teaching and learning
• Research experience in Environmental Sciences

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: STA-HRApplications@uwi.edu. Two (2) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at https://sta.uwi.edu/jobs/ in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 2026 March 29