CALIFORNIA, FRESNO.
The Department of Geography invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in Environmental Studies beginning August 2009.  PhD in Geography or a related discipline is required for appointment to a tenure-track position.  ABD may be considered for a temporary lecturership position with the possibility of conversion to tenure track upon completion of the doctorate.  Teaching load is 4 courses per semester.  Teaching duties will include the following: environmental pollution, global environmental change, international environmental law, and environmental policy and management.  Other teaching duties may include general education courses. 
Complete applications received by February 10, 2009 will be given full consideration.  Please see official vacancy announcement at www.csufresno.edu/aps/vacancy/social_sciences.html. Online application form is available at www.csufresno.edu/aps/vacancy/sc1.pdf.
Apply: submit the application form, application letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation (directly from referees) to Dr. C.K. Leung, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geography, 2555 E. San Ramon Ave., MS/SB69, CSU Fresno, Fresno, CA 93740-8034. Phone: (559) 278-2797. Fax: (559) 278-7268. E-mail: cleung@csufresno.edu. AA/EOE.
JAN 09-004

COLORADO, DENVER.
Metropolitan State College of Denver invites applicants for a geographic information systems (GIS) #F571, tenure-track faculty, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department. Responsibilities: Teach upper and lower division GIS courses that are part of the Land Use and Environmental Science programs.  The Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track position in Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing to complement the strengths of our land use and environmental science programs. The candidate will teach introductory and upper division courses in GIS and remote sensing and additional courses within the Land Use and/or Environmental Science major (normal teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester). The candidate will advise students, participate in scholarly and professional activities, and perform college and community service. The successful candidate must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urban population.   Required qualifications:  A doctorate in one of the Earth-related sciences with an emphasis in Geographic Information Science. Appointment:  Fall 2009. Application: Go to www.mscdjobs.com for full position announcement and to apply for this position.  Deadline: February 6, 2009.
Metropolitan State College of Denver is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minorities to apply. Visit us at www.mscd.edu.
FEB 09-016-W

COLORADO, DENVER.
Metropolitan State College of Denver invites applicants for a geography tenure-track faculty position #F499, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department. Responsibilities: Teach lower and upper division geography courses that are part of the Land Use and Environmental Science Programs. The Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a broadly trained geographer with a specialty in Human-Environmental Interaction to complement the strengths of our Land Use and Environmental Science programs. The successful candidate will teach introductory courses in Human and Regional Geography as well as upper level courses involving human-environmental interactions and must advise students, participate in scholarly and professional activities, and perform college and community service. In addition, the successful candidate must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urban population. Normal teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester.   Required qualifications:  A Doctorate in Geography or related field.   Appointment:   Fall 2009.  Application: Go to www.mscdjobs.com for full position announcement and to apply for this position. DEADLINE: February 6, 2009.
Metropolitan State College of Denver is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minorities to apply. Visit us at www.mscd.edu.
FEB 09-017-W

COLORADO, DENVER.
The University of Denver's Frederick S. Pardee Center for International Futures invites applications for a dual role as an Assistant or Associate Professor and Associate Director of the Center. The holder of this position will have academic rank to be determined and be tenured or fill a tenure-track line at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies. The holder of this position will have teaching responsibilities at the Josef Korbel School as well as research and administrative ones at the Center.
The newly established Pardee Center's research and publication agenda is built around the further development and use of the International Future (IFs) forecasting system. A key agenda element is the preparation of annual reports in a series on Patterns of Potential Human Progress. Initial series volumes, the first three now underway, will be on poverty, education, health, infrastructure, and governance. Another important effort will be developing global networks for collaboration across world regions and issue areas.  
Apply: please visit our website at www.dujobs.org . 
The University of Denver is an EEO/AA Employer. 
DEC 08-323

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Demographic Directorate, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Department of Commerce, 2009 Summer Internship Program. The U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Department of Commerce, is accepting applications for its 2009 Summer Internship Program.  Internships are available throughout the Census Bureau, including the Demographic Directorate.  The Demographic Directorate 2009 Summer Internship Program consists of a paid, ten-week core program.  Candidates selected for participation in the Demographic Directorate program will begin their employment on or about May 31, 2009.  Selected interns will have the opportunity to work on a variety of topics such as survey design, U.S. and international population distribution, educational attainment, poverty, housing, family relationships, satellite imagery analysis, and population estimates, as well as with data on multiple racial and ethnic identification, immigration, child care, economic status, and HIV/AIDS.
All of these opportunities represent a chance to investigate a wide variety of social, geographic, demographic, and economic conditions for very detailed geographic and demographic categories. The Demographic Directorate Summer Internship Program consists of a combination of substantive work and a series of training seminars.  We seek individuals at all levels (BA, MA, PhD) who are self-starters and highly motivated with excellent analytic, quantitative, computer, and communication skills.  For more information about the opportunities within the Demographic Directorate, please contact Judith Waldrop on 301.763.2439, or via E-mail: judith.w.waldrop@census.gov. 
Apply: to apply directly, visit the Census Bureau website: www.census.gov and click on “Jobs@Census,” “Student and Research Opportunities,” and then “Student Temporary Employment Program.” 
The Department of Commerce and the U.S. Census Bureau are Equal Opportunity Employers and encourage applications from all sources.
DEC 08-324

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Population Division, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Department of Commerce. The Population Division of the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Department of Commerce, has immediate openings in its domestic and international areas for qualified individuals in the areas of geography, demography, sociology, and related social sciences.  We are looking for well-qualified persons at all levels (BA, MA, PhD), especially those with training in social science research, geographic information systems, and quantitative data analysis of large datasets.  These openings offer qualified applicants an opportunity to work on such topics and activities as U.S. and international population estimates and projections; the geographic distribution of population; international migration; race and ethnicity; and international technical assistance. 
Apply: to apply, visit the Census Bureau website: www.census.gov and click on Jobs@Census or contact the Census Bureau’s Recruitment Office at 1-800-638-6719. 
For specific questions about opportunities in the Population Division, please contact Katherine Condon, Population Division, U.S. Census Bureau, 20233-8800; Phone: 301-763-6107; or E-mail: katherine.m.condon@census.gov. 
The Department of Commerce and the U.S. Census Bureau are Equal Opportunity Employers and encourage applications from all sources.
DEC 08-325

FLORIDA, MIAMI.
Florida International University, Department of Global and Sociocultural Studies, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Human Geography at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2009.  PhD in geography required, but advanced ABD candidates will receive consideration. Specialization required in one of the following fields: medical geography, environmental justice, health and social justice. Candidates with GIS expertise and a global, transnational, or international perspective will receive top consideration. We seek scholars whose research interests intersect with one or more of the department’s three organizing themes: “Identities and Inequalities,” “Migrations and Diasporas,” and “Nature-Society.”
The GSS Department is newly formed (effective January 2009) and a key part of a major initiative to launch a new School of International and Public Affairs. The Department is an interdisciplinary unit comprised of geographers, anthropologists, and sociologists and offers two BA degrees (geography and anthropology/sociology) and inter-disciplinary MA and PhD degrees.  The successful candidate is expected to contribute both to the expansion of the geography curriculum and the Department’s interdisciplinary mission, particularly in the doctoral program. FIU is a Carnegie-ranked Research University (High Research Activity) with 38,000 students and over 100 graduate programs. 
Apply: Applicants should send a letter of application detailing research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and writing samples and arrange to have sent three letters of recommendation under separate cover. Review of applications will begin January 9, 2009 and may be made through the following url: www.fiujobs.org, or mailed directly to: Prof. Rod Neumann, Search Committee Chair, Department of Global and Sociocultural Studies (DM 334), Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. E-mail inquiries are welcomed at neumannr@fiu.edu.
Florida International University is an Equal Opportunity /Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer.  Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. 
DEC 08-363

FLORIDA, PENSACOLA.
The Department of Environmental Studies and the Online GIS Certificate Program at The University of West Florida invites applications for a twelve-month Graduate Assistantship to begin August 8, 2009. Compensation includes tuition (36 credits) towards M.S. Environmental Science and salary (14k) per year for two years. The successful candidate will be expected to assist in online GIS Certificate Program courses such as Introduction to GIS, Cartography, Remote Sensing + Photo Interpretation, and GIS Programming as well as provide assistance with outreach activities. Requirements include a B.S. in Geography, Environmental Studies, or related degree, 3.2 GPA, 1200 on GRE, acceptance to graduate program, and eligibility to work in the United States. The ideal candidate must demonstrate theoretical and practical experience with GIS, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and be organized, productive and ethical.
Apply: Send a cover letter of application, résumé and statements of your academic and research interests to Amber Bloechle, Department of Environmental Studies, University of West Florida, 11000 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514. Phone: (850) 474-2746; Fax: (850) 857-6036.
Applicants are encouraged to visit www.uwf.edu/environmental and www.uwf.edu/gis/gisonline.  Candidates should also arrange to have transcripts and three original letters of recommendation sent directly to Ms. Bloechle. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
JAN 09-002

FLORIDA, TAMPA.
Postdoctoral Fellowship Social Sciences and Humanities, 2009-10.
The University of South Florida has embarked on an ambitious program to enhance its rising stature as a pre-eminent research university with state, national and global impact, and position itself for membership in the Association of American Universities through: (1) Expanding world-class interdisciplinary research, creative and scholarly endeavors; (2) promoting globally competitive programs in teaching and research; (3) expanding local and global engagement initiatives to strengthen sustainable and healthy communities; and (4) enhancing revenue through external support.  Details are available in the USF Strategic Plan (www.ods.usf.edu/plans/strategic).
As part of this initiative, the University of South Florida is pleased to announce a new Postdoctoral Fellowship program beginning with the social sciences and humanities in 2009-10. Postdoctoral Fellows will: (i) contribute to one or more of the priority goals of the strategic plan; (ii) work closely with distinguished faculty; (iii) participate in interdisciplinary and programmatic seminar series; (iv) teach one course each semester; (v) continue to build an independent research record and engage in publishing refereed articles and creative scholarship; and (vi) seek external funding. 
Postdoctoral Fellowship: Several postdoctoral fellowships will be awarded in the 2009-10 academic year with appointments beginning August 7th 2009. Appointments are for full time employment (40 hours per week) and are renewable for an additional academic year subject to satisfactory progress. Salary is $45,000 and the University offers subsidized health insurance.  Support for travel to academic conferences will be available.  Fellows will be responsible for relocation and housing expenses.
Eligibility: Applicants must have a doctoral degree in one of the following disciplines: Anthropology, Communication, English, Geography, or Philosophy, or an affiliated program, earned no earlier than 2005. Candidates who will have successfully defended their dissertations by May 1, 2009 will also be considered. It is expected that applicants will have had no more than two years of formal postdoctoral experience. Applicants must have received their doctoral degree from an institution other than the University of South Florida. 
Application: Letters of application and supporting material should include the following: 1) A cover letter stating your interest in the Postdoctoral Fellowship. Provide details on (i) how your research and teaching expertise would contribute to the goals and aspirations of the USF Strategic Plan; (ii) the department or departments with which you would like to be affiliated; (iii) the faculty members with whom you would like to work; (iv) teaching experience and courses that you would like to offer; and (v) your long-term goals; 2) A curriculum vitae; 3) Two letters of reference; 4) Copies of up to three of your published papers/scholarly work; 5) Scanned copies of current academic transcript from all degree awarding institutions.**
Apply: Send all application materials by January 5, 2009 to: The USF Graduate School at postdoc@grad.usf.edu. **Original transcripts will need to be mailed by those individuals who receive formal offers.
The University of South Florida is one of the nation’s top 63 public research universities and one of 39 community engaged public universities as designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of teaching. USF was awarded more than $360 million in research contracts and grants last year. The university offers 219 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, specialist and doctoral levels, including the doctor of medicine. The University has a $1.6 billion annual budget, an annual economic impact of $3.2 billion, and serves more than 45,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and at USF Polytechnic. USF is a member of the Big East Athletic Conference.
USF is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Equal Access employer.
Departmental Websites: Department of Anthropology: http://anthropology.usf.edu/; Department of Communication: http://www.cas.usf.edu/communication/; Department of English: http://english.usf.edu/; Department of Geography: http://www.cas.usf.edu/geography/index.html; Department of Philosophy: http://www.cas.usf.edu/philosophy/.
Selection Criteria: 1) Strength of research/creative scholarship record and demonstrated promise of a successful academic career; 2) Research and teaching experience aligned with the goals of the USF Strategic Plan especially interdisciplinary and global initiatives and community engagement; 3) A research agenda that aligns with the expertise of a senior faculty member within one of the eligible disciplines; 4) Teaching experience and contributions to USF academic programs.
DEC 08-347

IDAHO, MOSCOW.
Two Tenure-track Assistant Professor positions -- Climate Science and Regional Planning/Human Impacts of Climate Change.  The Department of Geography at the University of Idaho is leading a state-wide initiative on the science and human dimensions of climate change in the intermountain west, and adding two positions to begin in August 2009.   Both new faculty will join a team of researchers in the department and throughout the state with interests in the biophysical and human impacts of climate change in our region.  These positions will serve departmental degree programs (B.S., M.S., and PhD) and several interdisciplinary programs at the University of Idaho, including Environmental Science, Bioregional Planning, and Water Resources.
Climatologist - Required qualifications include a PhD (or expected by June 15, 2009) in climatology, geography, hydroclimatology, atmospheric science or related field.  Preferred qualifications include the ability to understand and utilize output from regional and global climate models and the ability to collaborate across disciplines on climate-related issues, particularly as they relate to snow pack and runoff in mountainous areas.
Regional science/planner - Required qualifications include a PhD (or expected by June 15, 2009) in geography, regional science, planning or related field, with the ability to analyze effects of climate change on the regional economy.  The successful applicant will combine regional economic analysis and spatial dimensions of climate change to provide guidance to the region’s policy makers, local communities, and industries for their planning and adaptation to climate change.
Applications will be accepted for each position until filled, but screening will begin on January 15, 2009.  Both positions include a generous start-up package.  For a complete description of each position and to apply online, visit www.hr.uidaho.edu.  AA/EOE
DEC 08-349

ILLINOIS, DEKALB.
Northern Illinois University, Department of Geography.  The Department of Geography invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor starting August 2009.  PhD in geography or related field required by time of appointment.  We seek a health/medical geographer with the ability to 1) bridge department strengths in GIS and spatial analysis with undergraduate and graduate curricula in public health and allied health sciences and 2) contribute to expanding university programs in informatics, health care and the health related sciences.  Skills in modern geospatial analysis and technologies are required.  Teaching responsibilities will include upper division and graduate courses in specialty area, a lower-division general education course, and electives serving the geography major or Certificates in GIS and Homeland Security.  Consideration will be given to candidates with the ability to contribute to regional/multicultural geography.  The successful candidate is expected to seek external funding in support of scholarship.
This position is part of a university initiative to rebuild the professoriate in strategic areas of strength and societal need.  Geography is recognized for its curricula and scholarly productivity in urban/economic geography, GIS and mapping science, spatial environmental science (biogeography, climatology, hydrology, soils), and applied atmospheric science.  Preference will be given to persons who can demonstrate a willingness to collaborate with faculty in the department and college, and assist in expanding opportunities for research and student learning beyond the university. 
Apply: Submit a letter of application identifying teaching and research interests; a curriculum vita; publications or examples of writing; evidence of grantsmanship; evidence of teaching quality; and have three current letters of reference sent to bvoga@niu.edu or addressed to: Search Committee, Department of Geography, Davis Hall 118, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL 60115-2854.   http://globe.geog.niu.edu.   Complete applications must be received by January 15, 2009.
Northern Illinois University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity institution.
DEC 08-342

ILLINOIS, EDWARDSVILLE.
The Department of Geography and the Environmental Sciences Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville invite applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning in August of 2009.  PhD at time of appointment is required.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is seeking applicants for an Environmental or Physical Geographer with expertise in Geographic Information Systems.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in Geography and Environmental Sciences at the undergraduate and graduate level.  Additionally, both programs support the development of innovative courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.  Faculty in both programs have extensive opportunities to develop their teaching and research agendas.  Excellence in teaching is expected, as is the development of an externally funded research program involving both undergraduate and graduate students.
SIUE is a nationally-recognized university with the only geography graduate program in the St. Louis metropolitan area.  The Geography Department is a strong, well respected program with over 135 undergraduate majors and approximately 40 master’s students, and offers areas of specialization in meteorology/climatology, hydrology, biogeography, cultural geography, GIS, geographic education, and urban studies.  The Environmental Sciences Program is comprised of a Masters of Science, a Professional Science Masters (PSM), and an Environmental Sciences minor.  The Master of Science program offers six areas of degree concentration in environmental biology, chemistry, education, policy and public administration, toxicology, and technology and assessment.  Candidates are encouraged to visit the following websites at www.siue.edu/geography and www.siue.edu/artsandsciences/environment to learn more about how they can compliment the Department and Program.
Applicants should submit a letter of application along with their teaching and scholarship interests, a current curriculum vitae, and photocopies of all academic transcripts.  Evidence of teaching effectiveness is strongly encouraged.  The candidate should also provide at least three letters of recommendation.
SIUE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Apply to:  Randall Pearson, Chair, Department of Geography, Box 1459A, SIUE, Edwardsville, Illinois 62026.  No e-mail applications will be accepted.  Screening of applications will begin on January 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
SIUE is a state university – benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 and J1 visas.
DEC 08-356

IOWA, CEDAR FALLS.
Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Northern Iowa.  As one of the three universities supervised by the Board of Regents, State of Iowa, UNI enjoys national recognition for its high educational standards.  U.S. News and World Report has ranked UNI second among Midwest public comprehensive universities for 12 consecutive years, and has also been named one of the “Best Midwestern Colleges” by Princeton Review.  The university enrolls approximately 12,900 students, with a full time faculty of about 600. 
The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences consists of 2,000 undergraduate students, approximately 200 graduate students, and over 110 full-time faculty members.  As one of eight academic deans at the University, the Dean reports to the Executive Vice President & Provost. The Dean provides administrative leadership and support for undergraduate and graduate programs in the Departments of Geography; History; Design, Textiles, Gerontology, & Family Studies; Political Science; Psychology; Social Work; and Sociology, Anthropology and Criminology, as well as two interdisciplinary programs, and four centers.
Cedar Falls is an attractive Northeast Iowa residential community of about 37,000 in a metropolitan area of approximately 126,000.  The Cedar Falls/Waterloo community offers an excellent standard of living and has a full range of educational, cultural, and recreational facilities.  Additional community information can be found at:  www.ci.cedar-falls.ia.us/  and www.wplwloo.lib.ia.us/waterloo/. 
Qualifications:  Required qualifications include a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a discipline represented in the College; successful academic administrative experience; exceptional oral, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills; a distinguished record in teaching, research, and professional service commensurate with a tenured appointment at the level of full professor in a department within the College; commitment to a participatory management style; and a strong commitment to a diverse and international academic community.  Further information about the University and the position, including preferred qualifications, can be obtained from the University’s and College’s web pages (www.uni.edu and www.uni.edu/csbs). 
Applications received by January 30, 2009 will be given full consideration. Send a letter detailing qualifications and interest in the position, curriculum vita, statement of administrative philosophy, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of five references to the address below.  The university encourages applications from persons of color, women, persons living with disabilities, and veterans. Applications will be held in confidence and references will not be contacted until candidates have been consulted.  Pre-employment background checks are required.
                Apply: Sue Joseph, Ph.D., Co-Chair, Search Committee for the Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, c/o Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa 50614-0004. Phone: (319) 273-2748.
Paper applications are encouraged; electronic submission (PDF only) may be sent to:
csbs-dean-search@uni.edu. Effective date of appointment:  July 1, 2009, or as soon thereafter as possible.
The University of Northern Iowa is an equal opportunity employer with a comprehensive plan for affirmative action. UNI is a smoke-free campus.
DEC 08-321

KENTUCKY, LEXINGTON.
The University of Kentucky, Department of Geography seeks a geographer with research and teaching expertise in environmental geography which complements existing and emerging programmatic areas of emphasis, including: biogeography and landscape ecology; environmental management and policy; geomorphology; and political ecology. The successful candidate will integrate geographic information science into their research and teaching. Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, commencing August, 2009.
Evidence of excellence or of strong potential for excellence in research and teaching is required. PhD required at time of appointment. Applicants should submit a statement describing research and teaching interests and future research plans; a complete curriculum vitae; up to four reprints; and the names, addresses, and e-mail contacts for at least three referees. The formal review process will begin on December 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
Apply to: Dr. Tad Mutersbaugh, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Geography, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506, email: mutersba@uky.edu. Email submissions are welcome and encouraged. Please attach relevant documents as MS Word or PDF files.
The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity University that values diversity and is located in an increasingly diverse geographical region. It is committed to becoming one of the top public institutions in the country.  Women, persons with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
DEC 08-355

KENTUCKY, MURRAY.
Assistant Professor, Physical Geographer, Department of Geosciences, Murray State University. Full-time tenure-track position to begin August 2009. Qualifications: PhD required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.  Excellent teaching skills including use of modern classroom technologies required. Must demonstrate research potential in Physical Geography as evidenced by publication or other scholarly activity. Experience with remote sensing and/or GIS methodologies required. Responsibilities: Teach introductory courses in the geosciences and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Conduct research, pursue external funding, and supervise undergraduate and graduate student research. Application Deadline: February 20, 2009.
Apply: Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, statement of teaching and research interests, copies of transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dr. Haluk Cetin, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Geosciences, Murray State University, Murray, KY 42071. Phone: 270-809-2085. 
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.
DEC 08-350

LOUISIANA, NEW ORLEANS.
The University of New Orleans invites applications for the position of Director of the School of Urban Planning and Regional Studies. Housed within UNO’s College of Liberal Arts, the School is comprised of the departments of anthropology, geography, and planning and urban studies.  The University is seeking a dynamic individual committed to building the premier interdisciplinary urban research program in the region.  We seek applications from individuals with a terminal degree in one of the disciplines represented by these departments and whose qualifications in teaching, scholarship and service would merit appointment at the academic rank of full professor.  Candidates should have an exemplary record in research and scholarly publication, the ability to teach and advise students, and significant experience in managing and leading an academic program.  Candidates should also have direct experience in program building, development and fundraising.  The Director will hold a joint appointment in his or her disciplinary department and serve as the DeBlois Professor of Urban and Regional Studies.  The Director reports directly to the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts.
Apply: Application materials, including a cover letter, current curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three professional references, should be sent by email to David Beriss, Chair, SUPRS Director Search Committee, at suprssearch@uno.edu.
The position will remain opened until filled, but the review process will begin on January 12, 2009.  The University of New Orleans is Louisiana’s major urban university and is affiliated with the Louisiana State University system.
UNO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
DEC 08-336

MASSACHUSETTS, BOSTON.
Assistant Professor in Science – Two faculty positions. The School of Communication at Emerson College seeks to fill one tenure-track and one full-time, Term faculty position in Science. A tenure track position carries a balance of teaching, scholarship and service responsibilities.  A Term faculty appointment is a full-time, non-tenure track appointment that may be renewed depending on the needs of the department.  A Term position emphasizes teaching.  Please identify in your letter of application if you would like to be considered for both of the positions, or just one. The College seeks broadly trained educators and scientists with strengths in the area of environment-human interactions.  The successful candidates will complement existing faculty strengths in ecology and climate change.  Potential areas of teaching and research include human health, genetics, land use, energy, technology, and environmental science. Responsibilities will include developing and teaching general education courses that relate to the college’s various programs and participation in the Institute for Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies.
Candidates must have research experience and completed (or be near completion of) a doctoral degree in a relevant scientific field. College-level teaching experience is preferred. 
The Science Program at Emerson is housed within the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. A liberal arts education is offered to undergraduates in major Areas of study including film/media studies, performing arts, journalism, advertising, public relations, management communication, and speech language pathology.  The College seeks candidates who can bridge Science with these major areas.
Emerson College values campus multiculturalism as demonstrated by the diversity of its faculty, staff, student body, and constantly evolving curriculum. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.  Emerson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages diversity in its workplace.
Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts. The College enrolls approximately 3,000 full-time undergraduates and nearly 1,000 full and part-time graduate students in its School of the Arts and School of Communication.
Apply: Send a letter of application, curriculum vita, information on teaching experience, and three letters of recommendation to: Wyatt Oswald, Search Committee Chair, Department of Communication Sciences and  Disorders, School of Communication, 120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116.
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Please visit our faculty employment web page to view this and other faculty positions: www.emerson.edu/academic_affairs/faculty/Faculty-Employment.cfm.
DEC 08-337-W-2

MASSACHUSETTS, BOSTON.
The Department of Geography and Environment at Boston University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professorship in terrestrial carbon cycle science, with a Fall 2009 start date. We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in the terrestrial carbon cycle and its role in the global climate system. Specific potential research foci include (but are not limited to) measurement and/or modeling of land-atmosphere carbon fluxes, studies of coupled water and carbon dynamics in terrestrial ecosystems, the impact of humans on regional to global carbon budgets, linkages between terrestrial carbon and nitrogen cycles, and the use of remote sensing for carbon cycle science. Candidates should have a commitment to teaching and research, and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Excellent opportunities for collaboration exist with colleagues in affiliated departments and research centers including the department of Biology, the department of Earth Sciences, and the Center for Remote Sensing at Boston University.
Apply: Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of teaching and research interests, and contact information for at least three referees to: Mark Friedl, Department of Geography and Environment, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA, 02215-1401. Electronic submissions are welcome and should be sent to ge@bu.edu with the subject “Carbon Cycle Science Position.” Review of applications will begin on
December 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
Boston University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
DEC 08-315

MASSACHUSETTS, WESTFIELD.
Westfield State College seeks a full time, tenure track Instructor/Assistant Professor for Fall of 2009. Teach GISciences courses and other electives, serve as GIScience Coordinator for college, manage the GIST Center, a teaching lab, coordinate and develop interdisciplinary courses as well as GIScience outreach projects in the community. Work with faculty and students in related disciplines on GIS and remote sensing applications in undergraduate research projects.
Qualifications: Doctorate or ABD completed by September 2009. Exceptional candidates without a doctorate considered. Candidate must have a proven teaching record in GIScience coursework. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Position is open until filled.
Apply: On-line application is required: visit http://jobs.wsc.ma.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51214 to view detailed job description and minimum qualifications, to submit online application, attach required documents and view mailing address for reference materials. For assistance call 413-572-8158.
Westfield State College is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and staff dedicated to teaching and working in a multi-cultural environment. Since its founding 170 years ago, Westfield has been open to all – regardless of class, gender or race – and became known for educating freed African-Americans in the post-Civil War era. Today, Westfield upholds its long tradition of opportunity, strongly encouraging applications from women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
JAN 09-001

MICHIGAN, ANN ARBOR.
The International Forestry Resources and Institutions (IFRI) Network is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow to help coordinate its research, data collection, and networking activities.  The IFRI network comprises a group of approximately 50 researchers interested in forestry, livelihood, and governance. Currently the program is coordinated through the School of Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan and the Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis at Indiana University. Collaborating research centers are located in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, India, Nepal, Thailand, Bolivia, Columbia, Guatemala, and Mexico. The Fellowship will involve some travel, and close coordination with Arun Agrawal (the network coordinator), and other IFRI network researchers. It will lead to approximately 50% of the fellow's time being available for research, and 50% of time being committed to IFRI-related activities. The position will be based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  The selected candidate will have a strong background in forestry-related issues in developing countries, demonstrate evidence of ability to publish independently, and be able to work with survey data. The Fellowship will provide $40,000 plus benefits, and a budget for travel and research expenses. We are interested in appointing the IFRI Fellow as early as possible.
Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, their CV, and two letters of recommendation to Natalie Dushane by email at nadushan@umich.edu or by mail at Natalie Dushane, the IFRI program, SNRE, University of Michigan, 440 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Please submit applications by February 28, 2009.
FEB 09-021-1

MICHIGAN, EAST LANSING.
The Department of Geography and the Center for Global Change and Earth Observations (CGCEO) at Michigan State University are seeking applications for an open-rank tenure-track position in Remote Sensing beginning August 2009. A PhD degree in Geography or closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be a promising junior scholar or an established scholar with a strong record of extramural funding, high quality publications, and a comprehensive plan for future research. The position is joint between the CGCEO and the Department of Geography and thus explicitly collaborative. We seek exceptional applicants with international research interests in areas such as coupled natural-human systems, urban or environmental modeling. Applicants will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and mentor graduate students. 

Apply: Applicants should send a letter stating research interests, a current CV, and names of three referees. Apply to: Professor Joe Messina, Search Committee Chair, 116 Geography Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1117, jpm@msu.edu, 517-353-1715. Review of applications will begin January 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Geography 38-070.

Michigan State University is an equal opportunity institution and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. Geography 38-070.
DEC 08-344

MICHIGAN, EAST LANSING.
The Department of Geography at Michigan State University is seeking applications for a tenure-track position in Hydroclimatology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2009. A PhD degree in Geography or closely related discipline such as Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, Geology and Hydrology is required at the time of appointment. Research interests should include land-atmosphere interactions related to the hydrologic cycle. Expertise in environmental and related modeling is preferred. International experience or a demonstrated interest in international regions is an advantage. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in interdisciplinary research and contribute to MSU’s strengths in climatology and climate change research, geomorphology, groundwater hydrology, Great Lakes studies, biogeography, paleoenvironments, and environmental decision-making. Duties include developing an externally funded research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate student courses, and mentoring graduate students. Applicants should send a letter stating research interests, a current CV, and names of three referees.
Apply to: Professor Julie Winkler, Search Committee Chair, 116 Geography Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1117, winkler@msu.edu, 517-353-9186. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Geography 38-326
Michigan State University is an equal opportunity institution and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.
DEC 08-345

MICHIGAN, HOUGHTON.
The Department of Social Sciences at Michigan Technological University seeks a Social Scientist with strong methodological skills in survey research or geographic information systems.  Special attention will be given to applicants who have a topical or disciplinary background in environmental policy, natural resource sociology, human geography, political science, or environmental anthropology. The successful applicant will teach courses in his or her field of expertise, including quantitative or spatial methods, and contribute to our graduate research programs.  This is a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2009.  PhD required.  Please visit www.social.mtu.edu to view the full ad.
Applicants should send a letter of interest describing their qualifications, experience, research plans, and teaching philosophy pertinent to contributing to an interdisciplinary social sciences department; a vitae; and the contact information for three references. Review of the applications will begin on Dec. 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. 
Apply: Hugh Gorman, Search Committee Chair, Department of Social Sciences, Michigan Technological University, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295.  Email: hsgorman@mtu.edu.  
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educational Institution/Employer.
DEC 08-352

MICHIGAN, MARQUETTE.
Northern Michigan University seeks applications for Professor and Head of the Department of Geography.  This is a full time, 12-month, tenured administrative and teaching position.   The position requires a PhD in Geography, Earth or Environmental Science, or a related field.  We seek an individual with a strong record of interdisciplinary scholarship, service, teaching, and publication appropriate for appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure.
The successful candidate will demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a small diverse department, and join a progressive faculty actively engaged in a responsive, evolving, student- focused curriculum.  Responsibilities will include teaching courses in areas of expertise, overseeing the daily operations of the department, representing the department to the campus and public, working with the University administration, and working towards ongoing fundraising opportunities.
NMU is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, along the pristine shores of Lake Superior.  The local environment offers many possibilities for research and instruction, as well as an exceptional quality of life.  The Department of Geography has seven full-time faculty members providing outstanding student focused opportunities to more than 200 Geography, Earth, and Environmental Science majors. For information about the University and Department of Geography visit www.nmu.edu. Application review will begin on January 19, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
Apply: Applicants should send a hardcopy curriculum vitae; statement of teaching, research, and leadership philosophies; and contact information for three references to: Chair, Department Head Search Committee, Department of Geography, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855-5342; (906) 227-2500 (voice).
NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty.
FEB 09-015

MICHIGAN, YPSILANTI.
The Department of Geography & Geology, Eastern Michigan University, is seeking a Department Head effective July 1, 2009.  This is a twelve-month administrative position with a rank of associate or full professor (PhD required).  The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting the growth and stature of the department, overseeing budgetary and personnel matters, developing faculty teaching schedules, and providing appropriate service to the university. For additional information about the department see: www.emich.edu/public/geo/welcome. Information about the university can be found at: www.emich.edu.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, letter of interest, contact information of at least four professional references, evidence of administrative and teaching ability, and a statement summarizing administrative philosophy and goals of leadership for the department.  Review of applications will begin January 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Apply: email to:  academic_hr@emich.edu AND geo_dhsearch@emich.edu. Please address any questions to geo_dhsearch@emich.edu or by phone at (734) 487-7586. Please reference Posting #APAA0914 in the subject line. Do not put information in the body of the email (attachments only).
Eastern Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity.
FEB 09-018-1

MISSISSIPPI, MISSISSIPPI STATE.
Mississippi State University, Department of Geosciences and the Geosystems Research Institute (GRI), invite applications for a new full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor (9-month appointment).  This joint faculty position will begin August 16, 2009.  A PhD in a geospatial technologies field with emphasis in remote sensing is required.  Applicants must have the PhD completed at the time of employment.  The successful candidate must have a practical knowledge of Geosciences and be willing to participate in scholarly activities, to teach and develop courses, and to collaborate with existing faculty in the fields of geology, meteorology, or geospatial sciences.  This position’s research activity will be sponsored by GRI for technical and educational information on geospatial information technology (i.e., remote sensing, geographic information systems, global positioning systems, geographically referenced process-based models). 
                The Department of Geosciences has a recently approved PhD program in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and the successful candidate will be expected to participate in this program through mentoring of graduate students, through teaching and course development, and through scholarly research activities, including publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts and acquiring external funding.   The department currently has 16 tenure-track faculty and 11 full-time instructors.  B.S. and M.S. degrees are offered.  Within geosciences there are five areas of emphasis:  meteorology/climatology, professional geology, environmental geosciences, geography, and geospatial sciences.  On-campus department enrollments include over 150 undergraduate majors and 50 M.S. students.  Distance-learning programs within the department have enrollments of over 700 undergraduate and graduate students.  More information about the Department of Geosciences is available on our website: www.msstate.edu/dept/geosciences.
                GRI has a comprehensive research and extension program focused on basic science, practical applications, and extension outreach in geospatial technologies.  More information on the institute can be found at www.gri.msstate.edu.
                Apply: Candidates should submit a letter of application indicating the position for which they are applying, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and the names and email addresses of three people who may be contacted for letters of recommendation to Dr. John Rodgers, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geosciences, P.O. Box 5448, Mississippi State, MS  39762.  Voice: (662-325-0732).  E-mail:  jcr100@msstate.edu.
Applicants must also complete the Personal Data Information Form online at: www.jobs.msstate.edu.   Screening of applicants will begin January 7, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. 
Mississippi State University, a land-grant and sea-grant Institution, founded in 1878, is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research extensive Institution.  Mississippi State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
DEC 08-358

MISSISSIPPI, MISSISSIPPI STATE.
Mississippi State University, Department of Geosciences and the Geosystems Research Institute (GRI), invite applications for a new full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Geosciences.  This joint faculty position will begin August 16, 2009.  A PhD in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science or Geography/Geosciences with an emphasis in Meteorology is required. 
The successful candidate must have a practical knowledge of Geosciences and be willing to participate in scholarly activities and collaborate with existing faculty in the fields of meteorology and geospatial sciences.  The successful candidate will be expected to develop courses in their area of expertise, preferably tropical meteorology, coastal meteorology, and/or meteorological modeling, to support the departments recently approved PhD program in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to be active in the mentoring of graduate students, through teaching and course development (both traditional and through distance learning technologies), and through scholarly research activities, including publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts and acquiring external funding.  
The department currently has 16 tenure-track faculty and 11 full-time instructors.  Within geosciences there are five areas of emphasis:  meteorology/climatology, professional geology, environmental geosciences, geography, and geospatial sciences.  On-campus department enrollments include over 150 undergraduate majors and 50 M.S. students.  Distance-learning programs within the department have enrollments of over 700 undergraduate and graduate students.  More information about the Department of Geosciences is available on our website:  www.msstate.edu/dept/geosciences.
This position’s research activity will be sponsored by GRI.  GRI has a comprehensive research and extension program focused on basic science, practical applications, and extension outreach in geospatial technologies.  More information on the institute can be found at www.gri.msstate.edu.
                Apply: Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and the names and email addresses of three people who may be contacted for letters of recommendation to Dr. Mike Brown, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geosciences, P.O. Box 5448, Mississippi State, MS 39762-5448.  Voice: (662) 325-2906.  Email:  mike.brown@msstate.edu.
Screening of applicants will begin January 7, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.  Applicants must complete a Personal Data Information Form (PARF #4366) on-line at www.jobs.msstate.edu.
Mississippi State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 
DEC 08-359

NEBRASKA, LINCOLN.
School of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.  Assistant Professor of Geographic Information Science. Tenure-track position beginning August 2009.  PhD in Geography or a closely related field relevant to the mission of the School of Natural Resources (SNR).  The incumbent will provide leadership for teaching and research focused on GIS with emphasis on linkages to issues in natural resources science and geography.  The School of Natural Resources (http://snr.unl.edu/) has strong programs in geography, water science, fish and wildlife management, applied climate science, remote sensing, and human dimensions of natural resources, and includes several prominent research centers including the Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies (www.calmit.unl.edu).  
The successful candidate will have a record of excellence in teaching and research including the ability to teach courses in geographic information systems (GIS) at both undergraduate and graduate levels.  Proficiency with ESRI software is preferred.  We are especially interested in candidates who have expertise that clearly complements existing SNR strengths, and who have teaching and research credentials in one or more of the following areas:  GIS-based environmental modeling, remote sensing-GIS integration, Web-based GIS/mapping, GIS and spatial statistics, and/or scientific visualization.
Apply: go to http://employment.unl.edu (requisition #080906) and complete the "faculty/Academic Administrative form.” Applicants must attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and names and full contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin on January 12, 2009, but the position will remain open until filled.
The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.
DEC 08-318

NEW HAMPSHIRE, KEENE.
The Department of Geography at Keene State College, New Hampshire’s public liberal arts institution, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position as Assistant Professor. We seek highly motivated and broadly trained candidates who are committed to outstanding undergraduate education in the context of a liberal arts college.
Teaching responsibilities include Physical Geography and advanced ArcGIS, based on ArcGIS Toolbox, as well as extensions (such as utilization of 3D Analyst or Spatial Analyst).  Other upper level course responsibilities may include Cartographic Design and Analysis, Cartography and Surveying, and Environmental Remote Sensing. The ability to teach a regional or upper level physical course is also an asset.  Course development will include growing responsibilities to integrate environmental management concepts into courses. Normal teaching load is three courses each semester.  The ideal candidate will also: a) endeavor to reach out to the community via the GIS Lab as a platform for community involvement and interaction, b) seek external funding for GIS Lab expansion, and c) engage in a collaborative research agenda involving students. 
Faculty members also have the opportunity to teach courses in the college's Integrative Studies Program, a transformational general education approach. (Learn more about the Integrative Studies Program at: www.keene.edu/isp.)
Qualifications: PhD in Geography or related field required; college teaching experience preferred. Salary at the rank of Assistant Professor will be based on Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement, and was at $55,380 minimum in Fall 2008.
Geography is a dynamic, growing department of five full-time faculty offering a BA, GIS certificate, and minor. The Department is dedicated to advancing environmental sustainability in its program offerings and is located in an award winning science center, with a GIS Lab, Federal Map Depository, and is home to the NH Geographic Alliance.  For information about the Geography Department visit: www.keene.edu/programs/geog.
Apply: please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references to Geography Search Committee, FAC#43, via e-mail to: cgreene@keene.edu or mail to: Office of Human Resource Management, Keene State College, 229 Main Street, Keene, NH 03435-1604. 
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, visit: www.keene.edu, www.usnh.edu or www.ci.keene.nh.us. For information about the School of Sciences and Social Sciences visit: www.keene.edu/science. The College is a founding member of the New England Higher Education Consortium www.newenglandherc.org. Keene State College is a founding member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges, a national alliance of leading liberal arts colleges in the public sector.  The College is accredited by NEASC and its education programs are NCATE-accredited with conditions.  As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Keene State College is engaged in an effort to build a community that reflects the diversity of society.
DEC 08-339-D-1

NEW JERSEY, POMONA.
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is seeking to fill a tenure track position at the Associate or Assistant Professor level in the Environmental Science and Geology Program to administer the Professional Science Masters Program.  This innovative program is designed as a terminal degree for those working in the environmental field or intending to work as environmental professionals.  Administering the PSM entails making and maintaining connections with regulators, consultants and environmental organizations, as well as coordinating with the Deans of the School of Natural Science and Mathematics and the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, and the Coordinators of the College’s Biology, Environmental Science, and Marine Science Programs. Other responsibilities include developing internship opportunities for students and submitting grants to enhance the program.  The PSM also includes a 4+1 Bachelors/Masters component for highly qualified undergraduates.
The candidate will have a PhD in Environmental Planning or related fields. Certification with the American Institute of Certified Planners and experience with GIS and Remote Sensing would be considered a plus.  In addition to the administrative responsibilities indicated above, the candidate must be capable of teaching graduate and advanced undergraduate courses in Environmental and Land Use Planning, lower division courses in the Environmental Science Program, and courses in the College’s General Studies curriculum.  He/she candidate must also be committed to developing research involving both undergraduate and graduate students. Academic experiences with culturally diverse populations desired. 
Stockton is a nationally ranked public liberal arts college located in southern New Jersey. It is situated on 1,600 acres of the protected Pinelands National Reserve approximately one hour from Philadelphia, two hours from New York City, and 20 minutes from Atlantic City.  The College has a diverse array of undergraduate programs, developing graduate degrees, and provides opportunities for interdisciplinary academic and scholarly development in the sciences as well as across the curriculum. Stockton’s diverse faculty and student body combines a spirit of innovation with a sense of tradition for academic excellence.  The Environmental Science program’s facilities include two state of the art GIS labs with the latest GIS and remote sensing software/databases.  In addition, the College maintains a field station twenty minutes from campus and is in the schematic design phase of a Unified Science Center.  Please go to Stockton’s website at www.stockton.edu for further information.
Apply: Screening will begin immediately.  Send a letter of application, resume, brief statements about your administrative experience, teaching philosophy, and research interests as well as three letters of recommendation to: Dean Dennis Weiss, School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, P.O. Box 195, AA221, Pomona, NJ 08240. 
Stockton is an AA/EOE institution. 
DEC 08-367

NEW YORK, FLUSHING.
The Department of Sociology at Queens College invites applications for a post-doctoral position. The successful candidate will participate in a study investigating the link between gated communities and residential segregation as part of a two-year research grant funded by NICHD. Applicants are expected to have a PhD in hand and start on February 1, 2009. They are expected to have strong quantitative background and interest in applying spatial methodology; to have technical and analytical proficiency in working with software packages such as ArcGIS and GeoDa. The prospective candidates should be able to construct and maintain georeferenced database, conduct exploratory spatial data analysis, and be familiar with spatial autocorrelation and regression.
Apply online: http://www.rfcuny.org/hr/pvn/cgi-bin/show_job.asp?pvn=REA-741. Application review begins on December 15 and remains open until the position is filled. For additional information: elena.vesselinov@qc.cuny.edu.
DEC 08-338

NEW YORK, ITHACA.
Cornell University’s Department of Development Sociology seeks a distinguished scholar to conduct research and teach in the area of Global Development.  The endowed Polson Professor of Development Sociology is expected to provide intellectual leadership and conduct cutting-edge research in the field of development sociology.  Qualified applicants must have an established record of scholarship and funded research on global development.  Women and minority candidates especially are encouraged to apply.  More information can be found at http://devsoc.cals.cornell.edu/jobs. 
Rank: Advanced Associate or Full Professor. Starting Date: July 1, 2009 or as negotiated. Responsibilities: The position is a 50% research and 50% teaching position with responsibility for 3 courses (2 offered annually, 1 offered in alternate years).  
The specific courses taught will be negotiated with the department chair upon acceptance of the position.  The Polson Professor will be expected to provide active leadership in a coherent, externally-funded academic program in global development, conduct research and supervise graduate student research, especially field research, in diverse international settings, and contribute actively to the peer-reviewed academic literature.  Collaboration with programs at Cornell related to development and international studies is expected.
Qualifications: PhD in Sociology or related discipline. The Polson Professor must be an established social scientist with a distinguished record of academic accomplishments in the area of global development and change reflected in publications, grant-funded research, and teaching.  Additionally the Polson Professor must have demonstrated leadership in program development and be able to work collaboratively with scholars from diverse disciplines. Salary: Competitive and commensurate with background and experience.
Apply: Submit a letter of application, resume, and names and addresses of three references to: Professor Max J. Pfeffer, Chair, Development Sociology Department, 133 Warren Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853-7801.
Review of applications begins February 1, 2009. Cornell University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
DEC 08-353

NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
Department of Geography, Hunter College, City University of New York. Tenure-track Assistant Professor position to start September 2009.  We seek a candidate with training and a background in environmental and/or geographic education who brings strong expertise in any complementary environmental sciences, earth sciences, or environmental studies subfield; candidates with related specializations in human geography, methods, or physical geography subfields are also welcome. We seek a candidate who will: extend or complement departmental undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising strengths, especially in the environmental sciences and studies; support the Geography, Earth Sciences, and Social Studies teacher preparation streams at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; serve as the departmental liaison with the School of Education in strengthening these programs; and, contribute to the activities of the Center for Geographic Learning. PhD required by time of appointment.
Apply: send cover letter; CV; a statement of research and teaching interests; a sample of written work relevant to this position; contact information for three references to the following address by January 12, 2009: Search Committee, Department of Geography, Hunter College – CUNY, 695 Park Avenue – HN1006, New York, NY 10065.
If applying electronically, send one PDF file composed of a cover letter; CV; statement of research and teaching interest; sample of written work relevant to this position; and complete contact information for three references to geogjob@hunter.cuny.edu.
DEC 08-354

NEW YORK, ONEONTA.
Assistant Professor – Geographic Information Systems. The Department of Geography at the SUNY College at Oneonta invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with primary teaching responsibilities in GIS beginning August 2009.  This is a continuing position with an initial appointment of two years.  Expectations include instruction, research, student advisement, college service and continuing professional development. 
SUNY Oneonta is a four year arts and sciences college with a pre-professional focus.  The College at Oneonta enrolls more than 5,800 students with 475 faculty and offers 69 undergraduate majors and 9 graduate programs.  The student to faculty ratio is approximately 17:1.  The Geography Department maintains a strong undergraduate geography program and handles the environmental planning area of an inter-disciplinary environmental sciences program.  The geography program has three tracks:  general geography, urban and regional planning, and GIS.  See SUNY Oneonta's home page for additional information (www.oneonta.edu).  The Geography Department seeks a broadly trained Geographer.  Duties:  Include teaching GIS, Remote Sensing and Introductory Geography.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop other geography courses according to program needs and professional interest.  Required Qualifications:  Doctoral degree; must be a dedicated teacher with a strong commitment to quality undergraduate instruction; must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain a successful research record. 
Apply:  Send application letter, resume, copies of graduate transcripts (official at time of appointment), teaching and research statement, and have three professional references send letters to:  Tracy H. Allen, Ph.D. Chair, Search Committee, Department of Geography, Box JG, #1039-H, SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, NY 13820-4015.  Voice 607-436-3459; Fax 607-436-2656. 
Review of applications will begin immediately. For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: www.oneonta.edu/admin/humres/employment.
SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community.  Please visit our website on diversity at:  www.oneonta.edu/navigation/diversity.asp.  Moreover, the College is an EEO/AA/ADA employer.  Women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
DEC 08-316

NEW YORK, SYRACUSE.
Syracuse University, Department of Geography, Assistant Professor. The Department of Geography at Syracuse University seeks to hire a Human Geographer at the Assistant Professor rank.  This is a tenure track appointment.  PhD required at time of appointment.
We seek a scholar who takes a political economy approach to geography.  Candidates should have an empirical focus on areas such as the following:  economic restructuring, gender, geopolitics, globalization, labor, law, or race.  Besides contributing to the Department's research and teaching cluster in Political Economy, we seek a scholar who might also contribute to departmental research efforts in Culture, Justice, and Urban Space; Gender, Identity, and Citizenship; or Globalization and Regional Development.  Regional specialization is open, but we would especially welcome applications from scholars of the Middle East, Africa, or Asia.  Opportunities for interdisciplinary research within the Maxwell School include the Moynihan Institute of Global Affairs, the Program on the Analysis of Conflict, the Campbell Public Affairs Institute, the Middle East, East Asia, and South Asia Programs, and others.  The Department maintains strong collaborative links with scholars in African American Studies, Anthropology, LGBT Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, and Women's and Gender Studies.  With its Community Geography Project and other initiatives the Department is also a leader in the University's emphasis on publicly-engaged scholarship; applications from scholars emphasizing socially-relevant and engaged research are therefore welcome.
The Department strongly values excellence in teaching, and the successful candidate will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses.  Faculty members normally teach two courses per semester.
Apply: for consideration, a candidate must complete an online faculty application at www.sujobopps.com and attach no more than 3 files including: a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, statements about the applicant's research program and teaching interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, and or list of professional references. In addition, three letters of r recommendation and any writing samples the applicant wishes to provide should be sent directly to: Search Committee, Department of Geography, The Maxwell School of Syracuse University, 144 Eggers Hall, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244.
Application deadline: January 15, 2009.
The Maxwell School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.  
DEC 08-330

NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE.
Assistant Professor, Department of Geography and Earth Sciences, University of North Carolina at Charlotte. The Department of Geography and Earth Sciences at UNC Charlotte invites applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor in atmospheric dynamics and surface-atmosphere interactions to begin August 2009.  Required qualifications: 1) a doctoral degree in a relevant field; 2) ability to teach atmospheric science courses at the graduate and undergraduate level; 3) ability to develop and maintain an externally funded research program; 4) ability to contribute to the department’s interdisciplinary mission.  Candidates with research interests in climate dynamics, hydrometeorology, boundary layer processes, air quality, and human-environment interactions are especially encouraged to apply.  A full description of the position and application details can be found at http://jobs.uncc.edu.  UNC Charlotte is an AA/EOE and applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.  Review of applications will begin Feb. 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.  For more information, contact Dr. Matthew Eastin, at 704-687-5914, mdeastin@uncc.edu, or view www.geoearth.uncc.edu.
JAN 09-013

NORTH CAROLINA, FAYETTEVILLE.
The Department of Government and History at Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, North Carolina invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Geography/GIS beginning August 15, 2009.  Candidate will be expected to teach two geography courses and advanced courses in GIS.  We seek a broadly based Geographer with expertise in Geographic Information Systems.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide technical support to an existing GIS laboratory.    Doctorate is preferred in Geography or related disciplines with expertise in Geographic Information System and its application in social, behavioral and policy studies/research.  ABD in Geography or GIS related discipline will be considered with expected conferment not later than August 15, 2009.   Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Screening will begin January 15, 2009 and will continue until position is filled.
Apply: send a letter of application, current vita, official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Adegoke Ademiluyi, Professor and Chair, Department of Government and History, Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC  28301-4298.
To learn more about the position, feel free to contact the Search Committee Chair by email at dnathaniel@uncfsu.edu or by telephone at (910) 672-1047.  To learn more about FSU, visit our web site at http://www.uncfsu.edu.
Fayetteville State University is an EEO/AA employer.
FEB 09-019

OHIO, BOWLING GREEN.
The Center for Regional Development at Bowling Green State University is seeking a full-time tenure-track Economic Geographer at the Assistant/Associate level to join its interdisciplinary research team.  The Center is currently engaged in a number of regional and international research projects related to local economic development, innovation strategy, and policy. 
The Center is seeking a scholar with teaching and research interests in several of the following areas: spatial statistics, GIS, environmental economics, regional economic development, local economic development, industrial policy, rural economic/community development. The successful candidate will have a PhD at the time of appointment and have a strong research record with demonstrated experience in obtaining external research funds.  The expected teaching load is two courses per year in the areas of economic geography, urban and regional geography, and economic development in the School of Earth, Environment and Society.  Candidates with experience in international research collaboratives are especially encouraged to apply.
The Center for Regional Development (CRD) is a University chartered research center of Bowling Green State University. CRD is dedicated to regional economic and community development through interdisciplinary research conducted by research partners at Bowling Green State University, from the region, and around the globe.  The Center is one of three rural university centers funded by the State of Ohio.  CRD is also a Department of Commerce EDA University Center.
Apply: Send curriculum vita, official transcripts, and three current letters of recommendation to the following address: Dr. Michael Carroll, Chair of Search Committee, Center for Regional Development, 109 South Hall, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio 43403-0181.  Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
Bowling Green State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. 
FEB 09-014

OHIO, BOWLING GREEN.
The School of Earth, Environment & Society at Bowling Green State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physical/Environmental Geography beginning August, 2009. The School is comprised of the Departments of Geography, Geology, and the Environment and Sustainability.
We are seeking a geographer with expertise in atmospheric sciences and proficiency in geospatial technologies. Preference will be given to applicants whose research emphasizes global change and its environmental impacts using GIS/Remote Sensing techniques. The candidate is expected to develop and maintain an active, externally funded research program and collaborate with faculty from other units within the School. The candidate will also be expected to teach a variety of undergraduate atmospheric science courses in the Department of Geography as well as participate in the development and teaching of new courses for the School. Opportunities also exist for teaching graduate-level courses within the School. 
Salary for the position is competitive and commensurate with peer institutions for rank and position and in keeping with candidate experience and credentials. Extensive facilities to support research and teaching include computer labs with a total of 40 workstations (ESRI, ENVI, ERDAS, PCI, and ERMapper site licenses), large format color plotters, large and small digitizers and scanners, color printers, sub-meter GPS receivers, and portable field spectrometers (300-2500 nanometer and 2-15 micrometer wavelength ranges). We are also well-equipped for acquisition of field data with GPS, ruggedized Tablet PCs, and Pocket PCs for mobile GIS. Appropriate start-up funds are available for the successful candidate. Applicants are required to have a PhD at the time of employment.
Apply: Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and three current letters of recommendation to Dr. Arthur N. Samel, Chair, Department of Geography, Bowling Green State University, 305 Hanna Hall, Bowling Green, OH 43403-0187.
Finalists will be required to provide a transcript for the highest degree. Applications must be postmarked by January 30, 2009.
Bowling Green State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
DEC 08-365

OHIO, BOWLING GREEN.
Bowling Green State University. Tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in the School of Earth, Environment and Society beginning August 15, 2009. A PhD is required at the time of employment. Physical/Environmental geographer with expertise in atmospheric sciences and an emphasis on global change and its environmental impacts using GIS/Remote Sensing techniques. Expectation to develop an active, externally funded research program and collaborations with faculty from other units within the School. Teaching to include existing undergraduate atmospheric science courses and the development of new undergraduate and graduate-level School courses.
Apply: Send cover letter, vita, three current letters of reference, and a transcript showing the highest degree by January 30, 2009 to Dr. Arthur N. Samel, Chair, Department of Geography, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403-0187. Voice: 419-372-2925. Fax: 419-372-0588.
BGSU is an EO/AA Employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
DEC 08-366

OHIO, CINCINNATI.
University of Cincinnati.  The Department of Geography invites applicants for a tenure track Assistant Professorship position in Geographic Information Sciences starting January, 2009.  We seek applicants with expertise in geographic information networks, GIS and remote sensing, in-depth knowledge on physical-environmental geography and strong background in computer science.  Applicants must demonstrate evidence of quality publications, continuous external funding and effective teaching.  The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a full program of research and teach GIScience and physical-environmental geography courses at both the undergraduate and the graduate level.  PhD is required at the time of appointment.  Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
Apply: Instructions on how to apply online will be posted at www.geography.uc.edu/~linliu/gis.html. Evaluation of applications will begin December 1, 2008, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.  Please contact Dr. Kenneth Hinkel (hinkelkm@ucmail.uc.edu), Chair of Search Committee, for further information.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. 
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