Lecturer in Atmospheric Science-Meteorology

Academic Year
2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Atmospheric Science in the School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering. This position presents face-to-face labs and/or lectures in undergraduate meteorology courses including Meteorology, Synoptic, and Forecasting. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period
NA-part-time faculty

Benefits

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

1. Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
2. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
3. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
4. Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
5. Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
6. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
7. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to teach undergraduate atmospheric science and/or meteorology, including lectures and labs.
• Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master's Degree in Atmospheric Science and/or Meteorology, OR Master's Degree in related area with 18 graduate semester hours in Atmospheric Science and/or Meteorology.

Required Work Experience

Previous teaching experience at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of undergraduate teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Preference will be given to candidates with interest and experience in teaching a diverse population of students and using computers and advanced technology to enhance the educational experience of students, both non-science and science majors.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment to include daytime or evening classes.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number: UN1016PO

Number of Vacancies: 2

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Multi-Hire Pool
Yes

Reports to: Dean, School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering

Salary: $2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience

Open Date: 04/13/2026

Close Date: 04/30/2027

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a "Responsible Employee" under Title IX federal regulations and "Mandatory Reporter" under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.