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The Department of Geosciences at Skidmore College invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position in oceanography, marine geology, and/or coastal processes for the 2026-2027 academic year, beginning late August, 2026. This is a one-year appointment with responsibilities in teaching.
Responsibilities:
Teach 18 contact hours per academic year in oceanography, marine geology, coastal processes or related fields at both introductory and advanced levels.
Contribute to departmental support of our students.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate geosciences discipline or closely related field by the time of appointment.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level
Salary: $68,989
Skidmore College offers a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits plans provide choice and flexibility to support our employees' needs and those of their families.
Benefits information: www.skidmore.edu/benefits
All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 200 United.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the Form I-9 and verification of identity and work authorization as required by federal law.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for 3 references.
Review of applications will begin on February 27, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Apply online: www.skidmore.edu/hr
Questions? Please contact Jennifer Cholnoky, Geosciences Department Chair ([email protected])
About Skidmore College
Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning. Skidmoreâ™s faculty of teacher-scholars are devoted to the instruction and mentoring of approximately 2500 talented undergraduates. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, genetic information, prior arrest or conviction record, or any other category protected by law.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college with a reputation for its creative approaches to just about everything. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community. Skidmore is known for its faculty of teacher-scholars devoted to the instruction and mentoring of undergraduates; approximately 2,400 talented men and women from some 47 states and 46 countries.In the universe of selective, private liberal arts colleges, Skidmore's distinctiveness is expressed in the statement that "Creative Thought Matters". This idea reflects not only the historical strength of the College's programs in the fine and performing arts but also the understanding that creativity is required for achievement in any area of human endeavor.The city of Saratoga Springs is widely recognized as one of America's great communities. It is located in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, within a three-to-four-hour drive from New York City, Boston or Montreal. Travel & Leisure calls Saratoga Springs one of "America's Greatest Main Streets" as well as "one of the best college towns in the nation," Money Magazine says it's one of the nation's top 100... places to live, and Princeton Review describes it as a "perfect college town." It's a community rich in history and tradition. Famed mineral waters, a Revolutionary War battlefield, and the nation's oldest thoroughbred racetrack represent portions of that history. Also, it's a community of arts and culture. The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is the summer home to the New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Orchestra, and a performing venue for top rock and jazz musicians.The Skidmore College community awaits your arrival, so if you welcome challenges and are interested in making a difference, come join us!