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Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in environmental science.
Other names for Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary:
Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences Professor, College or University Faculty Member, College Professor, Conservation Science Teacher, Department Chair, Earth Sciences Professor, Environmental Educator, Environmental Engineering Professor, Environmental Science Research Center Director, Environmental Sciences Professor, Environmental Studies Department Chair, Environmental Studies Professor, Environmental Studies Program Director, Environmental Technology Professor, Faculty Member, Geosciences Professor, Lecturer, Natural Resources Professor, Professor, Research Professor,
What do Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary do?
Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge, and publish findings in professional journals, books, and/or electronic media.
Keep abreast of developments in their field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
Supervise students' laboratory and field work.
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, and on career issues.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and/or graduate students on topics such as hazardous waste management, industrial safety, and environmental toxicology.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Select and obtain materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students.
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
Perform administrative duties such as serving as department head.
Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
Provide professional consulting services to government and/or industry.
Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
Participate in campus and community events.
Act as advisers to student organizations.
