University of Rhode Island · 2 weeks ago
Assistant Professor in Discipline-Based Education Research in Sustainability and Geosciences
Kingston, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Rhode Island is a land and sea grant research university located in Kingston, Rhode Island. They are seeking an Assistant Professor specializing in Discipline-Based Education Research in Sustainability and Geosciences to establish a research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and engage in mentorship and service activities.
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Responsibilities
Establish a vibrant research program supported by extramural funding in discipline-based education research in sustainability and geosciences
Develop a sustained record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Teach undergraduate courses in geosciences and the new EVS/SUS/NRS/GEO 102 Introduction to Sustainability course starting in Fall 2026 and at least one graduate course based on one’s research expertise that will enhance both undergraduate and graduate degree programs at the University of Rhode Island
Employ evidence-based teaching and assessment strategies to ensure student success and retention, and support equity and inclusion, without regard to protected status or characteristics
Provide advising, training, and research mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students
Engage in outreach and service activities as well as governance within the Department, College, University, and broader scholarly community
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Sustainability, Geosciences, Geology Education, or related field in hand by June 2026
Primary area of research in discipline-based education research (DBER) in sustainability, geosciences, or related field
Demonstrated record of excellent scholarship in discipline-based education research (DBER) in geosciences, sustainability or related field
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups, and treat all persons with dignity, without regard to protected status or characteristics
Demonstrated proficiency in oral communication skills in English
Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills in English
Preferred
Active participation in collaborative research
Success in obtaining funding through competitive grant programs (including graduate or postdoctoral fellowships and grants)
Post-doctoral research experience at the time of application
Record of excellent teaching and mentorship
Evidence of mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students
Commitment to foster equal opportunity for all undergraduate students without regard to protected status or characteristics
Expertise making research findings accessible to a broad audience through outreach, social media, and other mixed media outlets
Commitment to participate in professional service and outreach
Company
University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island is a research and graduate institution offering graduate and undergraduate programs.
Founded in 1892
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$71.07MKey Investors
The Champlin FoundationNational Science FoundationRI Life Science Hub
2025-12-02Grant· $0.5M
2025-07-08Grant· $7M
2024-08-08Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
David M. Dooley
President
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