Job Description

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Teach Environmental Law and Policy, a core course in our Environmental Science and Environmental Justice majors

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Faculty mentors and Departmental Chair

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching a course examining the factors influencing the formation and implementation of environmental law and policy. This includes an exploration of the roles played by participants, systems, and processes. Additionally, the course will delve into the contributions of legislative, executive, and judicial branches of governments, as well as citizens and non-governmental organizations, in shaping law and policy.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Experience with or a demonstrated willingness to participate in teaching, mentoring, research, or service activities that promote the growth of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive academic environment.

* A Juris Doctor (JD) or Masters degrees is required.

* Professional experience in environmental law and policy required.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time, non-benefited, faculty position.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

* a cover letter addressing teaching philosophy and any areas of specialization/expertise,

* a CV/resume,

* an equity and inclusion statement*, and

* the names and contact information for three professional references (references are not automatically contacted at time of application).

Review of applications is ongoing, as dictated by need. Official transcripts must be submitted upon appointment.

* An Equity and Inclusion Statement is a personal statement on a candidate's commitments, past efforts, as well as future plans, to enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism. Regardless of personal demographic characteristics, FSU has a commitment to hiring candidates who share our commitment to the American Association of College and Universities (AAC&U) Inclusive Excellence Model. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance the university's efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and antiracist community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates' application materials.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.

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