Adjunct Professor-Environmental Studies

The Environmental Studies Program at Seton Hall University (https://www.shu.edu/academics/ba-environmental-studies.html) invites applications for an adjunct instructor of Environmental Studies for Spring 2027. The ideal candidate has an interdisciplinary background in the environmental social sciences or sustainability sciences, with both research and teaching experience. Applicants must be prepared to teach Introduction to Environmental Studies, our signature introductory survey course for both majors and non-majors.

Seton Hall University is in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States. It is home to approximately 6,300 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate students from all 50 states with alumni from more than 60 countries. An exciting and culturally diverse community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives.

Environmental Studies at Seton Hall is an interdisciplinary program in the College of Arts & Sciences that draws on faculty expertise in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities to study the complex relationships between humans and their environment. Students also learn by doing, with credit-bearing internships and other experiential learning opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include teaching one 1000-level course (Introduction to Environmental Studies) during the Spring 2027 semester, with the possibility for renewal in future semesters.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Environmental Studies, Sustainability Education, Environmental Policy, Geography, Anthropology, Sociology, or related fields. ABD candidates may be considered but the degree must be completed at the time of appointment. 

Salary Range:

Minimum pay is $1230 per credit for those without a terminal degree and $1332.50 per credit for those with a terminal degree.

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To Apply: Please submit a brief cover letter describing your relevant experience and teaching interests, along with a current CV and contact information for three references who can speak to your qualifications. Applicants are welcome, but not required, to include a sample syllabus, recent teaching evaluations, or other evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applications should be submitted prior to November 1, 2026, at which point review of applications will begin and will continue until the position is filled. For questions about the position, please contact Director of Environmental Studies, Dr. Jacob Weger.

Benefits Information: 

Seton Hall University offers supplemental retirement benefits.

Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html. 

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.