Assistant Professor of Geography - Geographic Information Science

Job Description

Position Summary

The Department of Geography & the Environment at the University of Denver invites

applications for an Assistant Professor tenure-track position with research and teaching interests

in Geographic Information Science. We especially encourage applicants with research

specialization in big data analytics and an ability to contribute new courses in advanced spatial

analysis, WebGIS, or new applications in GIS. Research application domains from across the

range of the geography discipline are welcome, including: cities, transportation, environmental

dynamics, sustainability, and social-cultural geographies.

Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to: teach introductory-level GIS and

statistics courses in support of the undergraduate geography and environmental science

programs; advise MA, MS, and Ph.D. students and supervise undergraduate research projects;

and pursue external funding in support of an active research program.

This is a new position in support of our growing graduate and undergraduate programs, and the

expanding opportunities for vibrant and cutting-edge research in GIScience. The start date is

September 1, 2018.

Required Qualifications

• PhD degree in Geography or closely-related field at time of appointment.

• Evidence of developing an active research program with the potential for external funding

through publications and conference presentations.

• Evidence of knowledge of and/or experience with teaching methods to engage diverse

populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research specialization within big data analytics that concentrates on one or more of the

following areas: cyber-infrastructure; distributed sensor networks, including environmental;

social networks; or spatial statistics.

• Experience in teaching introductory university-level GIS, geography, or environmental

science courses.

The Department of Geography & the Environment has sixteen faculty members and offers a PhD

in geography, MA and MS degrees in geography and geographic information science, including

an online MS-GIS program, and undergraduate degrees in geography and environmental science.

The Department is equipped with high-quality teaching, research, and computer laboratories,

including a full suite of geographic information systems and remote sensing hardware and

software. In all areas of teaching, research scholarship, and service, the department is committed

to the University’s vision of being a “great private university dedicated to the public good.”

Additional information on Departmental programs can be found at

https://www.du.edu/nsm/departments/geography/index.html

The University of Denver is located in the dynamic Colorado Front Range urban corridor and the

wider Rocky Mountain region, which offers a high quality of life, an extensive teaching

laboratory, and numerous research opportunities. Colorado has over 30 federally funded science

research centers, including National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

(NOAA); National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL); U.S. Geological Survey (USGS),

and National Center of Atmospheric Research (NCAR). We are a consortium member of the

Rocky Mountain Research Data Center (RMRDC), allowing access to nonpublic federal data for

research in the spatial, environmental, and health sciences, as well as in economics and

demography. The region also boasts a strong tech industry, including several geospatial

companies such as ESRI and Digital Globe. Our department maintains working relationships

with these local industries, providing faculty with research collaborations and many student

internship opportunities.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through www.du.edu/jobs to be considered. Only applications

submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please click New

Resume/CV at the bottom of the page to begin application. For more information, please contact

Eric Boschmann at eric.boschmann@du.edu . Review of applications will begin after December

10, 2017. Position will remain open until filled.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. Cover Letter - Please include how you will advance building a diverse and inclusive

educational environment through your research, teaching, and/or service.

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of research interests

4. Statement of teaching philosophy

5. Evidence of teaching quality

6. Names of three (3) references

NOTE: The online system is limited to uploading 5 files. Please combine content if

necessary to get all content uploaded.

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and

encourages applications from women, minorities, members of the LBGTQ community, people

with disabilities and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action

employer.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history

background check.