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Adjunct Pool - Instructors of Environmental Studies

North Central College, IL

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Master's degree

Job overview

North Central College, IL is hiring an Adjunct Pool - Instructors of Environmental Studies. North Central College seeks an adjunct instructor for its Environmental Studies Program for the spring 2026 semester. The successful candidate will teach on a per-course basis, with common courses including "The Science of Climate Change" and "People and Nature." Candidates should have a master's degree in a related field and college-level teaching experience.

Key focus areas include Teach assigned Environmental Studies courses for the spring semester.

Successful candidates bring Master's Degree In Environmental Studies/Related and College-Level Teaching Experience.

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Qualifications

Master's Degree in Environmental Studies or Related AreaCollege-Level Teaching ExperienceTerminal Degree

Full job description

Position Summary:

The Environmental Studies Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for an adjunct position in Environmental Studies for the 2026 spring semester. The successful candidate will teach on a per‐course basis.

Common courses needing instructors include:

  • ENVI 105: The Science of Climate Change: Introduces the evidence for anthropogenic climate change, including how the global climate system works, the impact of human activities on climate, and climate modeling to predict future patterns. Examines physical, chemical and biological impacts of climate change and the pros and cons of options available to ameliorate the changes now underway. Includes integrated laboratory experience.

  • ENVI 120: People and Nature: Introduction to interdisciplinary approaches from humanities, social sciences, sciences and sustainable business to understanding the economic, scientific, social and cultural complexity of U.S., transnational and global environmental issues. Introduces basic principles of environmental science, core texts from American environmental writers and essentials for understanding US environmental policy.

In your cover letter please address which of these courses you would be interested in teaching and your background in the subject.

Candidates with a master’s degree in the field or a related area and college‐level teaching experience will be considered. A terminal degree is preferred.

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu. North Central College is an EEO Employer.

Interested candidates should complete the application at: https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/15152. You will be asked to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.

For further information, contact Chandreyee Mitra, Program Coordinator of Environmental Studies, at [email protected].

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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