INTRODUCTION

The Department of Natural Resources and the Environment in the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Visiting Assistant Professor. The Visiting Assistant Professor will devote 100% of their time to teaching in the areas of forestry or water resources in undergraduate instruction. This position will report to the Department Head of Natural Resources and the Environment and will be based in the UConn Storrs campus.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will instruct six courses (18 credits) during the 2026-2027 academic year. Three of the courses will be introductory general education courses promoting environmental literacy across the student body. The remaining three courses will depend on instructor expertise but will support teaching needs in both the water resources and forestry curriculum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. A doctoral degree at the time of appointment in Natural Resources or related discipline; equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable.
2. Experience in college-level instruction.
3. Experience with educational technologies such as learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard) and associated products.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. demonstrated record of excellence in college instruction
2. Formal coursework during graduate school in teaching and learning.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a 9-month, full-time, temporary faculty position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2026.  It is a non-tenure track appointment that is anticipated to end August 22, 2027. Continuation of the appointment is contingent upon the availability of funding and cannot be guaranteed.

The successful candidate will work at the University of Connecticut’s main campus located in Storrs, Connecticut. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499478 and submit the following application materials:

• a cover letter, 
• curriculum vitae,
• a brief statement of teaching philosophy (maximum two pages),
• contact information for at least three professional references.

Evaluations of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to complete applications received by April 30, 2026.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on May 15, 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at https://portal.ct.gov/Ethics/Statutes-and-Regulations.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.