Adjunct Faculty Environmental Science
Bunker Hill Community College, Boston, MA, United States
About the Position
The Environmental Science Department at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach two new courses during the Fall 2026 semester.
Indigenous Perspectives on Landscapes (ENV-112) examines how Indigenous knowledge systems shape relationships with land, ecosystems, and environmental stewardship, past and present. With a focus on Southern New England tribes, students explore Indigenous sustainability practices, climate change and environmental justice, collaborative land management, and Indigenous‑led restoration and cultural revitalization. This course supports Environmental Science majors and fulfills BHCC's General Education requirements for Community and Cultural Contexts.
Environmental Ethics (ENV-223) explores the moral relationship between humans and the natural world, focusing on how ethical frameworks guide decisions on environmental issues. Students examine theories such as biocentrism, ecofeminism, and the land ethic while addressing topics including climate change, conservation, biodiversity, environmental justice, and sustainability. This course supports Environmental Science majors and fulfills BHCC's General Education requirements for Community and Cultural Contexts.
Requirements
Master's degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Experience teaching at the community college or university level.
Ability to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations.
Availability to teach in person during evening hours or weekends.
For ENV-112: Knowledge of Indigenous cultures of Southern New England tribes.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
Experience incorporating active learning and inclusive teaching practices.
Additional Information
Salary:
$1,397 per credit hour.
Closing Date:
September 11, 2026
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
As a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account:
Resume
Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.
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The Environmental Science Department at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach two new courses during the Fall 2026 semester.
Indigenous Perspectives on Landscapes (ENV-112) examines how Indigenous knowledge systems shape relationships with land, ecosystems, and environmental stewardship, past and present. With a focus on Southern New England tribes, students explore Indigenous sustainability practices, climate change and environmental justice, collaborative land management, and Indigenous‑led restoration and cultural revitalization. This course supports Environmental Science majors and fulfills BHCC's General Education requirements for Community and Cultural Contexts.
Environmental Ethics (ENV-223) explores the moral relationship between humans and the natural world, focusing on how ethical frameworks guide decisions on environmental issues. Students examine theories such as biocentrism, ecofeminism, and the land ethic while addressing topics including climate change, conservation, biodiversity, environmental justice, and sustainability. This course supports Environmental Science majors and fulfills BHCC's General Education requirements for Community and Cultural Contexts.
Requirements
Master's degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Experience teaching at the community college or university level.
Ability to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations.
Availability to teach in person during evening hours or weekends.
For ENV-112: Knowledge of Indigenous cultures of Southern New England tribes.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
Experience incorporating active learning and inclusive teaching practices.
Additional Information
Salary:
$1,397 per credit hour.
Closing Date:
September 11, 2026
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
As a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account:
Resume
Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.
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