Job Details

Institution: Bridgewater State University (BSU)
Rank: Adjunct Instructor (Non-Tenure Track)
Type: Adjunct / Part-Time
Posted: November 13, 2025
Application Due: March 1, 2026
Category: Geography
Posting Number: F00596P
Open Date: November 12, 2025
Open Until Filled: No

Department Summary

The Department of Geography at Bridgewater State University offers:

• BS Major Concentrations:

  • Environmental Sustainability and Climate Resilience

  • Environmental Planning and Conservation

• BA Major Concentrations:

  • Global Sustainable Systems

  • Geography major for double majors in Elementary Education

• Minor Programs:

  • Geography (departmental)

  • Interdisciplinary Minors:

    • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

    • Urban Studies and Planning

Faculty within the department aim to help students understand how human activity interacts with the natural world. The program focuses on equipping students with diverse knowledge and skills applicable to a wide range of career paths.

Bridgewater State University serves approximately 11,000 full-time students, many of whom are first-generation college attendees. The university is committed to student success and educational accessibility.

Essential Duties

The department seeks qualified part-time faculty for Spring 2026 to teach undergraduate courses, which may include:

• Introduction to Physical Geography (lecture and lab)

• Human Geography

• Physical Geography

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geography or a closely related discipline.

• Passion for teaching and commitment to undergraduate education.

• Ability to teach in-person, on campus.

• Sensitivity toward students from diverse backgrounds and varying ability levels.

• Proficiency in using technology effectively for teaching and learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• University-level teaching experience.

• PhD in Geography or a closely related discipline.

Additional Information

• Employment is contingent upon successful background check.

• This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Application Instructions

To complete your application, submit the following via the official application portal:

🔹 https://jobs.bridgew.edu/postings/31646

Required Application Materials:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Teaching Statement

4. Contact information for at least three professional references

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bridgewater State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of:

• Race, color, religion, sex, age

• National origin, disability, veteran status

• Gender identity, sexual orientation

• Genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition

• Or any other characteristic protected by law

Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.