"Visiting Assistant Professor, Geosciences"

The Department of Geosciences at Skidmore College invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position in oceanography, marine geology, and/or coastal processes for the 2026-2027 academic year, beginning late August, 2026. This is a one-year appointment with responsibilities in teaching.

Responsibilities:

• Teach 18 contact hours per academic year in oceanography, marine geology, coastal processes or related fields at both introductory and advanced levels.
• Contribute to departmental support of our students.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate geosciences discipline or closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level

Salary: $68,989

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for 3 references.

Review of applications will begin on February 27, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Apply online: www.skidmore.edu/hr

Questions? Please contact Jennifer Cholnoky, Geosciences Department Chair (jcholnok@skidmore.edu)