Job Details

University of Louisville – Belknap Campus
Job Req ID: R107944
Posted: November 17, 2025
Category: Geography (+1)
Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) | Part-Time
Department: Geographic and Environmental Studies-JM

Position Overview

The Department of Geographic & Environmental Sciences is seeking part-time lecturers to teach undergraduate courses for one semester, with possible renewal based on departmental needs.

Courses may be offered in-person or via distance education and include:

• Human Geography

• Physical Geography

• Environmental Sciences

• Mapping and Geospatial Technologies

• Introduction to GIS

• Advanced GIS

• Meteorology

• Web Mapping

• Related fields

Preference will be given to candidates holding an M.S. degree at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

Part-time lecturers are expected to:

• Use Blackboard for course management (syllabus submission, materials, grades).

• Order textbooks or relevant course materials.

• Provide developmentally meaningful feedback.

• Deliver engaging and interactive learning experiences.

• Respond to students in a timely manner.

• Maintain communication with the academic program director.

• Submit final grades before university deadlines.

• Complete required documents, such as attestation disclosure forms and annual evaluations.

The department is committed to fostering an inclusive campus environment that supports student and employee success.

Application Requirements

Applicants must apply online and submit the following:

1. Cover letter detailing research and teaching interests

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Sample of teaching evaluations (if available)

4. Contact information for three references

5. Unofficial college transcripts

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on merit without unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to:

• Race, sex, age, color, religion

• National origin, ethnicity, creed

• Disability, genetic information

• Sexual orientation, gender identity or expression

• Veteran or marital status, pregnancy

The university complies with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, ensuring affirmative action for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Applicants are not required to endorse or oppose any ideology or viewpoint as a condition for employment or career progression.

Assistance & Accommodations

• Computers for application submission are available at:
  Human Resources, 215 Central Avenue, Suite 205, Louisville, KY 40208

• For assistance or accommodation with the online application process:
  employment@louisville.edu
  502-852-6258