ALABAMA, MONTGOMERY.
The Air Force Culture and Language Center at Air University invites applications for a human geographer (specializing in cultural, regional, social geography or a related sub-field) with expertise in geographic information systems, proficiency in cartographic design, an interest in professional development and a strong background in cultural research. The successful candidate will contribute to the Center’s dynamic and inter-disciplinary Department of Cross-Cultural Competence. The Department is charged with strengthening the ability of all Air Force personnel to exert positive influence in culturally complex environments. This entails working across the numerous academic units of Air University, a post-secondary institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and elements of the Air Force Expeditionary Training System.
The successful candidate’s primary role will be to integrate geographic perspectives regarding specific cultural landscapes to Air Force education and training that enhance Airmen’s general abilities to work effectively across cultures. The successful candidate will assist in the design, development and delivery of educational and training curriculum, provide guest lectures and co-teach graduate/undergraduate electives across Air University. Students include U.S. military personnel, members of allied armed forces and civilian employees. Previous teaching and/or training experience in professional contexts (e.g., international business, health care, diplomacy, etc.) is highly desirable. Prior military service and/or employment is advantageous, but not mandatory.
The position will also provide opportunities/funding to conduct/supervise groundbreaking geographic research related to cross-cultural competence. A solid background in research design and ethics is therefore beneficial. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for outreach to professional associations, academic institutions and military centers in the US and internationally through academic conferences and other scholarly activities.
Air University is located on Maxwell Air Force Base, adjacent to historical Montgomery, AL. Faculty appointments are made under excepted service, ordinarily for renewable three-year terms. AU offers highly competitive salaries, health benefits, life insurance and retirement plans. Relocation costs may also be covered. You may view the job announcement on USAJOBS.COM at http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=83738888. For additional information about the position, consult the Center’s website (www.culture.af.edu/afclc) for general background or contact the Chair of the Department of Cross-Cultural Competence, Dr. Brian R. Selmeski (brian.selmeski@maxwell.af.mil) for specific queries.
Apply:  Candidates may apply at the rank of instructor, assistant- or associate-professor. A PhD is required for all but instructor, and preference will be given for demonstrated scholarly experience. Qualified individuals should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts and contact information for three references to Ms. Leigh Pfitzner, 42 MSS/DPCS, 50 LeMay Plaza South, Building 804, Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-6334. (elizabeth.pfitzner@Maxwell.af.mil).
Applications received before October 23, 2009 will be considered at that time. All others must be received before the November 13, 2009 closing date. Please include the USAJOBS announcement number, LP-CL-03-2009, in all correspondence.
Note:  The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, other non-merit factor. Individuals who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were separated under honorable conditions may be eligible for veterans’ preference. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or legal exemption. Applicants must be citizens of, or owe allegiance to, the United States.
DEC 09-162

ALABAMA, MONTGOMERY.
Auburn University at Montgomery’s Department of Sociology invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Geography/Geographic Information Systems. Position contingent on Federal Stimulus Funds, temporary but with potential. Starting date is negotiable, as early as January 1, 2010 but no later than August 15, 2010.
Responsibilities/Qualifications: Terminal degree in Geography required. Skill in Geographic Information Systems desired. Credentials to teach Anthropology a plus. Candidates must exhibit potential for teaching excellence, current knowledge of field, and promising research agenda. Areas of scholarly interest are open. Candidates should be able to teach core geography/GIS courses. Successful candidates should demonstrate skill with web-based and other distance education technologies.
Apply: In addition to an online application submitted to www.jobs.aum.edu, completed applications  include application letter, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, all academic transcripts, and three current reference letters sent to: Dr. Kim Brackett, Head, Department of Sociology, Auburn University Montgomery, PO Box 244023, Montgomery, AL  36124-4023.
Note: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Review of applications begins October 20, 2009 and continues until position is filled.
Auburn Montgomery seeks diversity in its administration, faculty, staff, and student populations. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
OCT 09-124-1

ALABAMA, TUSCALOOSA.
Professor/Chair, Department of Geography. The Department seeks an outstanding candidate with a PhD in Geography, demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, demonstrated administrative and leadership skills in an active department with a graduate program, a proven record of gaining external funding, and the ability to teach courses and mentor graduate students within the department’s focus areas.  
The University of Alabama invites nominations and applications for the position of Professor and Chair of the Department of Geography. The Department seeks an outstanding candidate with a PhD in Geography, demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, demonstrated administrative and leadership skills in an active department with a graduate program, a proven record of gaining external funding, and the ability to teach courses and mentor graduate students within the department’s focus areas. Research specialization is open. The Department has 12 faculty members and offers BA, BS, and MS degrees in Geography and Environmental Science, with a long term goal of a PhD program with a focus on human-environmental relationships. The faculty has a range of research interests in human geography and planning, physical geography, and geographic techniques. The Department offers a collegial and supportive work environment for faculty, and is home to the Map Library and Placenames Research Center, as well as the Cartographic Research Laboratory, a self-supporting, nonprofit facility providing custom mapping and GIS services. The Laboratory also hosts the Alabama Maps online collection of maps and aerial imagery.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with priority given to applications submitted by October 1, 2009. The expected start date is August 16, 2010.
Apply: to apply online, visit the University of Alabama jobs website at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu.
Letter of application, curriculum vitae, description of administrative experience, statements of administrative and teaching philosophy, teaching and research interests, vision statement, and a list of five potential referees should be submitted online. Questions should be directed to Joe Weber, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Geography, Box 870322, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35487 (205-348-0086, jweber2@bama.ua.edu). Information about the Department is available on our website at http://geography.ua.edu/.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
JUAG 09-085-4

ARKANSAS, CONWAY.
The University of Central Arkansas, Department of Geography, invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track position in Geography with expertise in Community and Economic Development, beginning August 2010.  The candidate must have completed a doctoral degree by the time of appointment. The person hired will direct an existing online Master’s Degree in Community and Economic Development (MSCED). Teaching responsibilities will be in area of expertise and courses in support of the MSCED program, e.g., a Seminar in Community and Economic Development, Community Development Policy Analysis, and Applied Research and Data Analysis.  The person selected will have an educational background and experience in one or more of the following areas: economic, urban, and political geography or planning. A regional specialty in North Africa and the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, or South Asia would strengthen the application. Knowledge and use of geospatial technologies is required.
The Master of Science in Community and Economic Development is delivered online to provide both experienced practitioners and new students a comprehensive understanding of the theory and applications of state-of-the-art community and economic development tools and methods. Graduates will be prepared to act as catalysts for growth and change through a community development process.
            The Department of Geography is interested in an enthusiastic individual with an active teaching and research interest in the geographic dimensions of community and economic development, is capable of administering the MSCED program, and is able to promote it across campus, the community, the state, and the nation. Salary is competitive.
            Founded in 1907, the University of Central Arkansas is an accredited state-supported institution that awards the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s and PhD degrees. The university has an enrollment of 12,000 students and a full-time faculty of more than 500. Conway, a community of 55,000, has three colleges and universities, and is located thirty miles northwest of Little Rock, the state capital. UCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  The Web site is www.uca.edu.
            Applicants must send a cover letter providing information regarding their geographic specialty; administrative, online curriculum, and teaching experience; a detailed CV; official academic transcripts, and contact information for three references by January 29, 2010. Letters of reference will be solicited for short-listed candidates.
            Apply: Dr. Brooks Green, Chair, Department of Geography, University of Central Arkansas, 301 Irby Hall, 201 Donaghey Avenue, Conway, Arkansas, 72035.  Voice: 501-450-5636. FAX: 501-852-2926. E-mail: brooksg@uca.edu.
DEC 09-166

CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY.
The University of California, Berkeley invites applications for the 2010-2011 S.V. Ciriacy-Wantrup Postdoctoral Fellowships in Natural Resource Economics and Political Economy. The S.V. Ciriacy-Wantrup Postdoctoral Fellowships in Natural Resource Economics and Political Economy will be awarded for the 2009-2010 academic year to support advanced research at the University of California, Berkeley. For the purposes of this fellowship, natural resources are defined broadly to include environmental resources. The fellowship encourages, but is not limited to, policy-oriented research.
Applications are open to scholars from any social science discipline and related professional fields such as law and planning, who will make significant contributions to research on natural resource economics broadly defined.  Preference will be given to proposals whose orientation is broadly institutional and/or historical, and which are conceptually and theoretically innovative. Proposals with a primarily statistical or econometric purpose are not eligible for consideration.
Application deadline is December 11, 2009. For more information, please visit: http://research.chance.berkeley.edu/page.cfm?id=184.
NOV 09-134

CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES.
UCLA seeks outstanding candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in the field of Energy and Environment, focusing on energy policy and technology.  The appointment will begin effective July 1, 2010.  The position is nominally at the rank of Assistant Professor, although appointment at a higher level may be considered.  The appointment will be in the UCLA Institute of the Environment, a dynamic and growing interdisciplinary. A PhD degree is required. A strong commitment to interdisciplinary research is highly desirable. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to publish and secure external funding.  Engagement to increase participation in science or engineering by groups historically under-represented in these fields is also highly desirable. A complete description of the position is available at www.environment.ucla.edu.
Apply: Please use job number: 2155-0910-01 in correspondence.  Submit application as Word or PDF files online to energyposition@ioe.ucla.edu including a cover letter, curriculum vita, statements of research, teaching and interdisciplinary experience and interests, three exemplary publications, and the names and contact information for four references.
Applications submitted by January 1, 2010 will receive full consideration. For questions contact Ms. Eileen Sir, at esir@ioe.ucla.edu, 310-825-6999, or Professor Glen M. MacDonald, macdonald@ioe.ucla.edu.
Women and minority applicants are encouraged to apply; UCLA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of faculty and staff diversity.
DEC 09-172

CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES. 
Loyola Marymount University.  A tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor, in the Urban Studies Program, commencing August, 2010.  Teaching responsibilities in two or more of these areas: community development, community planning, urban policy, urban government, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental justice, and/or sustainable urban development.  A successful applicant will also teach introductory classes in urban studies, social science research methods, and/or GIS.  Teaching load is three courses each semester.  A PhD in an appropriate discipline is required.
Loyola Marymount University, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks professionally outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society.  LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an intercultural learning community.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Visit www.lmu.edu for more information. 
Applicants should send a letter of application; curriculum vitae; graduate transcripts; three letters of recommendation; evidence of teaching ability, research, and publication.  Applications must be received by November 13, 2009. 
Apply:  Dr. Peter Hoffman, Director, Urban Studies Program, Loyola Marymount University, University Hall, Suite 4341, 1 LMU Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659.
OCT 09-116

CALIFORNIA, MONTEREY.
Post Doc, Visiting Scholar in Geography. The CORE (Common Operational Research Environment) Lab at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey California is searching for a Post Doc or Visiting Scholar in Geography. The CORE Lab’s mission is to educate and support U.S. and allied military personnel in the analytical craft of integrating geospatial, cultural, relational and temporal data as they relate to counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism, and stability operations.
The geography position requires familiarity with spatial analysis tools (ArcGIS/GeoDa/R) and participation in ongoing CORE Lab research.  Preferences are given to those who can demonstrate how human and physical geography effect current military operations such as insurgency, urban warfare, and resource wars.  Potential also exists for teaching a course in Conflict Geography to students in the Defense Analysis Department at the Naval Postgraduate School.  The position will remain open until filled.  EOE.
Apply: Please send a vita to Karen Flaherty, Executive Assistant, klflaher@nps.edu, 831-656-2932.
OCT 09-118

CALIFORNIA, SANTA CLARA.
The Environmental Studies Institute at Santa Clara University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Policy for Fall 2010.  Applicants should have a PhD (completion required by the time of appointment) in environmental studies or related field.  The successful candidate will conduct research in one of the following areas: U.S. environmental policy, international environmental policy, environmental justice, urban planning, agricultural policy or energy policy.  See full job ad at: http://www.scu.edu/hr/careers/faculty.cfm.
Apply: to ensure consideration, send (1) curriculum vitae, (2) letter of application articulating teaching philosophy, research interests, experiences working with people of diverse cultures and identities, (3) three letters of recommendation under separate cover, and (4) sample numerical evaluations to:  Dr. Leslie Gray (Attention: Search Committee), Environmental Studies Institute, Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95053 by November 15, 2009. 
This position is contingent upon the availability of funding.
OCT 09-119

COLORADO, BOULDER. 
The Institute of Behavioral Science at the University of Colorado - Boulder seeks a Research Associate (post-doctoral position) for Wave 2 of the Matlab Health and Socioeconomic Survey, a long-term study of the effects of quasi-randomly placed health and human capital interventions in rural Bangladesh using 35+ years of household, community, and facility data. Requirements include strong interest in field research and PhD in demography, economics, sociology, geography, public health or related discipline. Some preference given to Bengali speakers. Three-year appointment begins as early as July 2010, with at least one year in Bangladesh at ICDDR,B and one year in Colorado. Screening begins January 1, 2010 and continues until position is filled.
            Apply: see www.colorado.edu/ibs/jobs for a detailed job description and requirements.
The University of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations.
DEC 09-174  

COLORADO, BOULDER.
Postdoctoral Position Available. Exchange for Local Observations and Knowledge of the Arctic http://eloka-arctic.org. National Snow and Ice Data Center http://nsidc.org. Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) University of Colorado at Boulder.
Application Review Begins: September 1, 2009. Position is open until filled. See complete job description at http://nsidc.org/about/jobs/nsidc_20.html. Requires completed PhD in sciences or social sciences, experience working with traditional knowledge/indigenous communities; data management, data presentation, geospatial techniques.
Apply: please send a cover letter, CV, salary history, and names and contact information of three references, citing job code NSIDC-20, to CIRES by email:  jobs@cires.colorado.edu.
The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment and conducts background checks for all final applicants.
OCT 09-112

CONNECTICUT, HARTFORD.
Trinity College in Hartford, CT seeks a geographer to fill the newly endowed chair for the Paul E. Raether Distinguished Professorship in Urban Studies beginning in fall 2010. We expect such a scholar to offer courses and conduct research in one or more of the following subfields: environmental geography, cultural geography and/or political geography. We are eager for a colleague who has a strong interdisciplinary and global orientation, even as s/he will probably have a strong investment in empirical work within one or more urban localities. This scholar is also expected to participate in the development of the urban studies curriculum.
Apply: All applicants for Raether Distinguished Professor in Urban Studies at Trinity College in Hartford, CT should submit the following materials to Vijay Prashad (George and Martha Kellner Chair in South Asian History) [vijay.prashad@trincoll.edu], c/o Center for Urban and Global Studies (www.trincoll.edu/UG), Trinity College, 300 Summit Street, Hartford, CT 06106, by January 15, 2010: 1) A detailed application letter stating research and teaching interests and expertise; 2) A complete Curriculum Vitae; 3) A writing sample, such as the most recent book and/or a refereed journal article; 4) Names of three references; 5) Sample syllabi for two undergraduate courses that relate to and reflect the applicant's research interest and expertise.
The search committee also includes Dr. Xiangming Chen (Dean and Director of the Center for Urban and Global Studies), Dr. Davarian Baldwin (Paul E. Raether Distinguished Professor of American Studies), Dr. Joan Morrison (Professor of Biology), and Dr. Beth Notar (Associate Professor of Anthropology).
Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.
DEC 09-155

CONNECTICUT, WALLINGFORD.
The Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) seeks a Director, Data Analysis, who has intellectual curiosity, an appetite for consistent hard work, passion for engaging in healthcare issues, and a desire to be held accountable for achieving results. This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual to go beyond a traditional epidemiological, bio-statistician role - and make a measurable impact on helping CHA and its member hospitals advance the health of individuals and Connecticut communities. The right candidate will analyze, evaluate, and use existing databases held by CHA and from other data sources, to produce products for the hospitals and frame policy questions to enable more effective use of data in CHA’s hospital advocacy efforts.
Leadership: proven ability to foster strong customer relationships including the ability to lead, develop, and focus a team; ability to work at multiple levels simultaneously to interact with internal and external customers to identify and address needs and implement analyses, projects; and products, integrate the analytical functions into the fabric of CHA; manage multiple projects within a matrix structure; communicate with credibility, confidence, and poise.
Skills: substantial experience in the use of hospital and healthcare data and the application of appropriate statistical analyses; familiarity and comfort with healthcare utilization, quality and patient safety issues, as well as finance; ability to look at populations and subpopulations and analyze their historical utilization as well as to project future needs; familiarity with quality improvement methodologies including break through collaborative, Lean and Six-Sigma; familiarity with the essentials of spatial information and strong graphing and mapping skills (GIS); resourcefulness in investigating complex issues and synthesize quantitative and qualitative information; ability in analyzing data on the impact of legislative and regulatory proposals as well as analyzing trends affecting hospitals and healthcare; experience in conducting research through all avenues on varied topics as needed; excellent critical thinking; and experience with the Joint Commission’s Core Measures and their collection and transmission to the Joint Commission and CMS a plus.
Writing and Communications Skills: excellent written communications; proven interpersonal, presentation, and team-building; and poised and able to communicate with credibility and confidence with technical and non-technical audiences.
Education and Experience: Masters prepared with a specialization in health services research, epidemiology, public health, public policy, medical geography, nursing quality, economics, sociology, or other relevant healthcare discipline; 7 - 9 years of experience working directly with data in, a health policy research organization or trade association, or a health care provider, insurer, vendor or health-related agencies within federal or state government.
Position reports to the Vice President, Data Services.
Please forward resume to Beth Dupont, Director, Human Resources, at dupont@chime.org.
DEC 09-157-W-2

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
The Association of American Geographers has an opening for the position of Senior Researcher at the AAG’s office in Washington, D.C.
We seek an individual with strong research and writing skills who can contribute to AAG research, education, and outreach projects, including new federally funded projects related to professional development, careers, and diversity.  The Senior Researcher will participate in the development of research instruments and protocols; travel several times a year to collect data; lead professional development workshops; evaluate materials with students and faculty in participating departments; interact constructively with academic and non-academic employer organizations; assist in preparing manuscripts for publication; and assist with a variety of project management tasks.  The Senior Researcher will also work closely with AAG staff to support other AAG initiatives, meetings, and proposals.
A highly qualified candidate will have a PhD in geography; possess strong skills in qualitative and quantitative methods in social science research, including interview and survey analysis, and knowledge of GIS and/or spatial analysis; possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills; be highly organized and able to meet deadlines on multiple projects, and have strong interpersonal skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior scholar, but we will also consider applications from senior level researchers. Salary is commensurate with experience.  The AAG is an equal opportunity employer and offers a highly competitive benefits package and a collegial working environment.
Apply: Please send a letter of application, CV, sample publications, and contact information for three references via email to: Megan Overbey at moverbey@aag.org.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
OCT 09-121

FLORIDA, BOCA RATON.
The Department of Geosciences at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor to begin August 2010 at our main campus in Boca Raton.  We seek an individual with a strong background in applying Remote Sensing techniques to the study of environmental resources or human-environment relationships. Preferred areas of expertise should include one or more of the following: hyperspectral remote sensing, photogrammetry, and LiDAR.
The Department offers undergraduate and master’s level degrees in both geography and geology, and a PhD degree in Geosciences, combining geography and geology to form specialty areas in hydrology and water resources, urban sustainability and cultural and spatial ecology.  FAU is located in Southeastern Florida.  The region’s geographic location with respect to sensitive ecosystems, combined with its rapidly growing population has put extreme stress on environmental resources. The Department of Geosciences and FAU’s interdisciplinary Environmental Sciences program are partnering with several state and federal agencies to address the region’s unique environmental problems and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a contribution to this partnership. 
Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in advanced remote sensing is required. Candidates should have a PhD at time of appointment, potential for establishing programs of funded research, and clear promise of excellent teaching.
Apply: In order to be considered for this position, an official FAU application must be submitted electronically for the Geoscientist position (# 990906) at http:jobs.fau.edu. Applicants will also be asked to attach electronic versions of her/his curriculum vita, list of three professional references and letter of application stating qualifications for the position. 
Questions regarding this position may be addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Zhixiao Xie (xie@fau.edu).  Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2009. The position is open until filled. 
Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution.
OCT 09-123

FLORIDA, GAINESVILLE.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Geography – Medical Geography, University of Florida. The Department of Geography, University of Florida, seeks a Medical Geographer with specialty in Statistical and Spatial Epidemiology, at the rank of Assistant Professor. An appointment at the Associate Professor level is possible for a candidate demonstrating superior achievement in research and teaching. Applicants must have a PhD in Geography or related field, although ABD candidates will be considered if the receipt of their degrees will be achieved by the beginning of the appointment. Research expertise, evidence of scholarly publications, the ability to teach advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in topics covering basic Epidemiology, Disease Modeling and GIS for Public Health, and a commitment to funded research are required.
The Department offers a collegial atmosphere in which to work and has excellent computational, research, and teaching facilities. It is a growing department with ample opportunities for multidisciplinary, collaborative research. Aside from ties with researchers in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences there are strong affiliations with the University’s new Emerging Pathogens Institute (EPI), the College of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, the College of Public Health and Health Professions and internationally recognized research programs with emphasis in the southeastern United States, Latin America, Africa, and other tropical and subtropical areas. 
The department seeks a productive scholar who will work in an exciting teamwork-oriented setting that links empirical data to theory and complex models. The appointment will begin in August of 2010, and salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. The deadline for applications is December 31, 2009 or until an appointment is made.
Apply: applicants should send a statement of current research interests and future plans, a current C.V., and the names and e-mail addresses of four references to: Dr. Tim Fik, Chair of the Medical Geographer Search Committee, Department of Geography, University of Florida, P.O. Box 117315, Gainesville, FL 32611. E-mail applications to fik@ufl.edu with documents embedded in the text or as attachments are encouraged.
For more information and details about the Department of Geography, and EPI, see www.geog.ufl.edu, and www.epi.ufl.edu.
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and welcomes nominations and applications from women and minority group candidates.
NOV 09-144

GEORGIA, NEVADA, NORTH CAROLINA, or OHIO.
National Exposure Research Laboratory, Post-doctoral Program Job Opportunities. The National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL) of the United States Environmental Protection Agency is accepting applications beginning November 2, 2009 through January 11, 2010 for approximately 10 federal, three-year post-doctoral research positions.
Research in areas such as: computer modeling of the transport, transformation, and fate of pollutants in multiple media and at multiple scales, hydrologic modeling, GIS mapping and interpretation for human exposure, demographics related to ecological exposure, modeling of microbial fate and exposure, and exposure modeling for epidemiological studies. Positions located in:  Research Triangle Park, North Carolina; Cincinnati, Ohio; Las Vegas, Nevada; or Athens, Georgia. Full Federal Employment Benefits and a salary range of $67,613 - $91,305 commensurate with qualifications (salary range is subject to increase in January 2010).
Apply: Specific job information and application instructions for the NERL post-doctoral program are posted on the NERL Internet site at http://www.epa.gov/nerl.
The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
DEC 09-170

GEORGIA, MILLEDGEVILLE.
Georgia College & State University, Chair, Department of History, Geography and Philosophy. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for Department Chair of History, Geography, and Philosophy. This position is a tenure-track, twelve-month appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor with starting date negotiable. The Department of History, Geography, and Philosophy offers a master's degree in history, bachelors degrees in history and philosophy, and minors in history, geography, and philosophy. Applicants must have a doctorate in history, geography, or philosophy. The department consists of seventeen full-time faculty and one staff member.
For more information and to apply: https://www.GCSUJobs.com.
DEC 09-161-W-2

GEORGIA, STATESBORO.
The Department of Geology and Geography invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in geography.  We seek a broadly trained human or physical geographer who applies GIS in their research.  The individual selected will participate in teaching core courses in geography, courses in her/his specialty, and undergraduate GIS classes.  The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor.  A PhD in geography or a closely related discipline must be completed by the position starting date of August 1, 2010.  Preference will be given to candidates with previous teaching experience and individuals whose areas of expertise complement those currently available in the department. 
Screening of applications begins October 12, 2009, and continues until the position is filled.  Georgia Southern seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond and who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities.  Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation.  Georgia is an open records state. Georgia Southern is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.
Apply: applications and nominations should be sent to:  Dr. Dallas D. Rhodes, Search #56669, Department of Geology and Geography, Georgia Southern University, P. O. Box 8044, Statesboro GA 30460.  Electronic mail:  DRhodes@GeorgiaSouthern.edu.
OCT 09-113-1

HAWAI`I, HILO.
The University of Hawai`i at Hilo invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies (Human Geographer) position #83190. Full-time tenure-track position to begin approximately August 2010, contingent upon funding. Applicants should have a PhD in Geography or related field from an accredited college or university at time of appointment.
The department is seeking a scholar with teaching and research experience in geographies of nature and society, sustainability studies, and development. Candidates must also have demonstrated potential to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses in human geography and environmental studies/science.  Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate additional expertise in some combination of the following: urban geographies, political ecology, land use planning and policy, resource management, environmental impact assessments, environmental justice, and regional interests in and Hawai`i, Pacific and Asian,  The successful applicant may also contribute to the MS degree in Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science. Full details on the required and preferred qualifications for the position can be found at http://workatuh.hawaii.edu.
Submit letter describing teaching and research interests and ability to meet job qualifications, CV, transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however official transcripts will be required prior to employment) and the names and addresses of three (3) references to the address below.
Apply: Dr. Kathryn Besio, Dept. of Geography and Environmental Studies, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Hawai`i at Hilo, 200 W. Kāwili Street, Hilo, HI 96720-4091. (geogensc@hawaii.edu). Deadline: December 31, 2009.
UH Hilo is an EEO/AA Employer D/M/V/W.
DEC 09-164-1

ILLINOIS, CARBONDALE.
IGERT Trainees in Watershed Science and Policy. Southern Illinois University Carbondale is offering PhD fellowships under the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Integrative Graduate Education Research and Training (IGERT) program.  Fellowships are available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents in any water-, river- or watershed-related field of study, including Human or Physical Geography, and would pursue a PhD degree in Environmental Resources and Policy or other areas. Applicants should have a Masters-level degree in Geography, Geology, Hydrology, Environmental Science or similar area at the time of enrollment (Bachelor’s possible in cases of exceptional merit) and should have grades, test scores, and research records commensurate with one of NSF's most coveted fellowship awards.  Fellowship benefits include $30,000/year stipends, $10,500/year education allowances, student laptops, annual international river basin tours, and support for research, conference travel, etc. 
Apply online at: www.igert.siu.edu.  Application deadline is January 15, 2010.  For more information, please see http://www.igert.siu.edu or contact igert@siuc.edu.
NOV 09-150

ILLINOIS, CHARLESTON. 
The Department of Geology/Geography at Eastern Illinois University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Geography with primary expertise in Physical Geography emphasizing geomorphology, field methods, applied fluvial geomorphology, surface water resources, and natural disasters, to begin August 2010.  A strong background in the Geographic Information Sciences and a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service are required.  PhD required by time of appointment.  The successful candidate will be able to direct their teaching and research to applied aspects of the natural and human-modified environments. 
The department offers BS degrees in geography, geology, teacher certification in earth science, and teacher certification in geography and participates in the multi-disciplinary Masters of Science for Natural Sciences program.  Candidates must be comfortable working across disciplines, teaching introductory and advanced courses to undergraduate majors and students from all disciplines.  Our department is student-oriented, encouraging mentoring of undergraduate research, and applied regional studies.
Send a letter of application that includes teaching philosophy/experience, with recent student evaluations, a 1-2 page statement on research experience/interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and e-copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (can be unofficial copies at this time), by October 15, 2009; review of applications will begin then and continue until the position is filled. 
Apply: All materials should be submitted electronically as a Word or PDF Document to Dr. Vincent P. Gutowski, Chair, Search Committee.  E-mail: vpgutowski@eiu.edu.  Phone: 217-581-3825.  Fax: 217-581-6613. 
For more information on the position and the department, check our home page http://www.eiu.edu/~geoscience.
Eastern Illinois University is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer committed to achieving a diverse community.
SEP 09-097

ILLINOIS, NORMAL.
Illinois State University, Assistant Professor in Human-Environmental Geography.  The Department of Geography-Geology at Illinois State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. The preferred starting date is August 16, 2010.  A PhD in Geography or a closely related field is preferred, but ABD candidates will be considered.  The department seeks a candidate with a strong potential for scholarly research, publication, and teaching in human-environmental geography with a preferred research emphasis in economic geography and focus in water, energy, or climate issues.  The successful candidate is expected to seek extramural funding. A strong interest and expertise in conducting field-based research also is desired. The successful candidate will broaden the existing scope of faculty research.  The potential for a significant startup package exists. 
Illinois State University is a research-intensive university with an annual enrollment of approximately 20,000 students.  The university is located in the Bloomington-Normal metropolitan area of central Illinois with a population of approximately 150,000. The Department of Geography-Geology offers B.S./B.A. degrees in Geography, a B.S. degree in Geology, and a M.S. degree in Hydrogeology. 
Apply: please send applications to Dr. Dagmar Budikova, Chair of the Human-Environmental Geography Search Committee, 4400 Department of Geography-Geology, 206 Felmley Hall, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, 61790-4400, USA.
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, statements outlining current and future research interests and teaching philosophy, three letters of recommendation, and all college and university transcripts.  Review of applications will begin on October 26, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled.  No e-mail applications will be accepted.  Inquiries about the application process should be directed to Dr. Dagmar Budikova (dbudiko@ilstu.edu, 309-438-7643). 
Additional information about the department and the community can be found at www.geo.ilstu.edu. Filling this position is contingent upon budgetary approval.
Illinois State University is an Affirmative Action University encouraging diversity.
SEP 09-103

INDIANA, MUNCIE.
Assistant Professor/Land Management and Environmental Policy, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana.
Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teach courses in resource management and one or more sections each semester of an introductory course (Environment and Society) as part of University Core Curriculum; teach courses that contribute to a new concentration in NREM within the undergraduate curriculum, including one or more that may be developed based on the successful applicant’s area of specialization; incorporate principles of natural resource management and environmental policy into a comprehensive extramurally-funded research program; collaborate with state and federal agencies and businesses or local community organizations; advise undergraduate and graduate students.
Minimum qualifications: master’s degree and ABD in a field closely related to natural resources or environmental science/studies by August 1, 2010; at least one year teaching at the college or university level; demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching.  
Preferred qualifications:  PhD completed in land management, environmental science or fields closely related to natural resources or environmental science/studies; demonstrated evidence of dedication to quality learner-centered teaching and being adept at motivating critical thinking; applied professional experience in land management; applied research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed); research experience involving geographic information systems.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees.
Apply: Send letter of application, current curriculum vitae, statements of personal teaching and research philosophies, copies of official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:  Dr. Paul Chandler, Search Committee Chair, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Ball State University, Muncie, IN  47306. 
Review of applications will begin January 11, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/nrem).
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.  Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.
DEC 09-165

IOWA, IOWA CITY.
The Department of Geography at the University of Iowa invites applications for a full-time tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the area of sustainability and water resources.  The position is part of a significant university-wide sustainability initiative that seeks to build interdisciplinary faculty expertise in this emerging area. 
We seek an individual with research interests in surface water resources who will broadly complement one or more of the department’s existing strengths in geoinformatics, land use science, environmental policy, biogeography, or health geography.  A particular interest in connections between sustainable water resources and either global climate change or sustainable energy production is desirable.  The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University, College and Department reflect this commitment. 
The successful candidate must, to a degree commensurate with career stage, provide evidence of their ability to publish in leading academic journals and to secure external research support. The appointment will begin in August 2010. A Ph.D. in geography or related discipline is required at the time of appointment. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. The University of Iowa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For further information please see www.uiowa.edu/~geog/water-resource and http://jobs.uiowa.edu,  requisition number 57202.
Apply: Candidates must submit applications online at http://jobs.uiowa.edu (requisition #57202).  Attachments to the application should include a letter of application and curriculum vitae.  The letter of application should include: a statement of teaching interests, evidence of teaching ability, and a statement that describes current and future research activities. Three letters of recommendation should be mailed to: Dr. David Bennett, 316 Jessup Hall, Department of Geography, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242.
Screening of applications begins November 10, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Bennett (david-bennett@uiowa.edu or 319 335-0158).
NOV 09-148

IOWA, IOWA CITY.
The University of Iowa Graduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning anticipates an opening for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning in August, 2010. The successful candidate must, at a minimum, have a PhD in planning or a related discipline, demonstrate substantial potential for scholarly research and publication, and be able to teach courses and publish quality research in environmental planning and policy. Initial review of applications will begin on December 1 for the August 2010 appointment.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  We especially encourage applications from minorities and women.  
Apply: please go to http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search under requisition number 57163.  Charles E. Connerly, Director, Graduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning, 343 Jessup Hall, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242. Phone: 319-335-0039. E-mail: charles-connerly@uiowa.edu. Homepage: www.urban.uiowa.edu.
The University of Iowa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
NOV 09-127

KENTUCKY, LOUISVILLE. 
The Department of Geography and Geosciences at the University of Louisville seeks a candidate with a PhD in geography for a tenure-track faculty position with the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2010.  A specialization in the cultural and social impacts of globalization and diversity is required.  The successful candidate must be willing to develop courses relevant to the area of specialization, articulate humanistic and qualitative research methodologies within the context of contemporary applied geography, and enhance students’ critical thinking skills through teaching and mentoring.  Additional ability to work within current University programs focusing on major regions such as Asia, Latin America or Africa, as well as the Women and Gender Studies program, is desirable.
The PhD is preferred at the time of appointment, but ABDs will be considered. The department aggressively pursues excellence in teaching and research within the context of the B.S. and M.S. degrees in Applied Geography.  The department’s physical facilities are excellent and opportunities to work with a variety of community organizations and governmental agencies are plentiful.  A record or potential for teaching, research funding, and publication is required for consideration.  Good interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication skills are necessary.
            The application deadline is February 15, 2010.
Apply: Applicants should submit their application and curriculum vitae through the University of Louisville’s www.louisville.edu/jobs website and reference job identification number 24604, then follow up (by mail) with a cover letter that details teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, a sample of teaching evaluations (if available) and contact information (including e-mail) for three references to:  Sharon O’Bryan, Department of Geography & Geosciences, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY  40292.
The Department of Geography and Geosciences is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages women, African Americans, and other minorities to apply.  For further information about the position, contact Dr. Carol Hanchette, Chair of the Search Committee at carol.hanchette@louisville.edu .
 The University of Louisville is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities Employer, committed to diversity and in that spirit, seeks applications from a broad variety of candidates.

NOV 09-139

KENTUCKY, MURRAY.
Assistant Professor, Physical Geographer, Department of Geosciences, Murray State University. Full-time, tenure-track position to begin August 2010. 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 student research at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Application Deadline: Postmarked by January 15, 2010.
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, 104A Wilson Hall, 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 09-158

MASSACHUSETTS, BOSTON.
The department of Geography & Environment at Boston University invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professorships specializing the areas of 1) Energy and  2) Sustainability Science with a focus on the interface of human and environmental systems.
Position (1): Energy* We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in topics related to energy. Specific research and teaching interests are flexible, but should cover either general energy, policy, and/or energy markets. The successful candidate will contribute to the Department’s Center for Energy & Environmental Studies and participate in efforts to integrate energy studies in the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Management, and the School of Engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.  We encourage applications from candidates trained in a wide spectrum of social science disciplines including Geography, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, and Management.
Position (2): Sustainability Science* We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in topics related to environmental sustainability. Specific research and teaching interests are flexible, but the emphasis is on the social science dimensions of sustainability per se, public policy, and/or economic development. The successful candidate will contribute to a new departmental initiative in sustainability science and will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range related programs across the campus including those in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, the African Studies Center, the Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer Range Future, and the Boston University School of Public Health.  We encourage applicants from a broad spectrum of disciplines including Geography, Economics, and Political Science, as well as from a variety of public policy programs.
Candidates should have a commitment to teaching and research, and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of teaching and research interests, a research paper or dissertation chapter, and contact information for at least three referees. Applicants with teaching experience are invited to submit teaching evaluations.
Apply: Electronic applications are encouraged and should be sent to ge@bu.edu, with the subject line “Energy Position” or “Sustainability Science Position” as appropriate.  Hard copies will also be accepted and should be addressed to Department of Geography & Environment, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215.
Boston University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
* Pending budgetary approval.
NOV 09-147

MASSACHUSETTS, CAMBRIDGE.
Environmental Fellows Program at Harvard University. Purpose: The Harvard University Center for the Environment created the Environmental Fellows program to enable recent doctorate recipients to use and expand Harvard's extraordinary resources to tackle complex environmental problems. The Environmental Fellows work for two years with Harvard faculty members in any school or department to create new knowledge while also strengthening connections across the University's academic disciplines. Environmental Fellows may include people with degrees in the sciences, social sciences, law, government, public policy, public health, medicine, design, and the full array of humanities. The award: The fellowship will provide an annual stipend of $54,000 plus health insurance, a $2,500 allowance for travel and professional expenses, and other employee benefits. Environmental Fellows will begin work in September 2010.
Apply: Applications and all letters of reference must be received by the Center for the Environment by 5pm Eastern Standard Time, January 15, 2010. The Center will announce the awards in March 2010. Complete details can be found at:  environment.harvard.edu.
Harvard University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
OCT 09-110

MICHIGAN, ANN ARBOR.
The Center for Afroamerican & African Studies (CAAS) at the University of Michigan seeks to hire a tenure-track junior faculty member specializing in environmental and resource issues in sub-Saharan Africa. The preferred focus would be on Sustainable Development and Asia-Africa relations.  We encourage applications from social science disciplines, including geography, economics, political science, development studies, environmental studies, sociology and anthropology. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an interdisciplinary research agenda with three members of a cluster hire. Information on the hiring initiative is located at http://sitemaker.umich.edu/clusterhire.
This position is 100% within CAAS, with possible “dry appointments” elsewhere. Candidates are expected to teach four grad and/or undergrad courses per year, including core and new courses.
Apply: Send applications including a cover letter, CV and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, EISD Search Committee, Center for Afroamerican & African Studies, University of Michigan, 4700 Haven Hall, 505 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI. 48104.
Letters should address your qualifications and interest in the research cluster.  Application reviews will begin November 1, 2009.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
SEP 09-109

MICHIGAN, MARQUETTE. 
The Department of Geography at Northern Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2010.  The Department is seeking an Environmental Geographer with the ability to effectively teach three, 4-credit courses per semester at the introductory and upper level.  Courses will include, but are not necessarily limited to, Introduction to Environmental Science, Maps, Introduction to Geographic Research, Biogeography, Environmental Policy and Regulation, or other courses that otherwise complement the Department’s existing areas of emphasis.  The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate an active research agenda that is broadly connected to Great Lakes regional environmental concerns, including issues linked to water science, mining-related development, and climate change.
Applicant should hold a PhD in Geography or closely allied discipline at the time of appointment.   ABDs will be considered.  Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a strong commitment and ability to provide excellent undergraduate instruction, and complement existing department programs. 
NMU is located on Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula, on the south shore of Lake Superior.  The local environment offers outstanding opportunities for research and instruction, as well as an exceptional way of life at a favorable cost of living.
Apply: visit https://employMe.nmu.edu for more information about the University and to apply for this position.  Only electronic applications will be accepted.  Candidates will be required to submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript, research and teaching statements, as well as the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.  Applicant review will begin on December 18, 2009.  The position will be posted until January 18, 2010.
NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty.
DEC 09-168

MICHIGAN, MOUNT PLEASANT.
Central Michigan University. The Department of Geography invites applications for the tenure track position of Associate/Full Professor and Director of the GIS Center to begin August, 2010.  The Department seeks an outstanding candidate with a PhD in Geography, a proven record of gaining external funding, demonstrated leadership skills, and teaching excellence.  Applicants should specialize in Physical/Environmental Geography with a strong background in geospatial technology.  Research experience in the Great Lakes region is desirable.  
The candidate is expected to secure external funding that will enhance the role of the GIS Center as a prominent research and service entity.  Other responsibilities include teaching introductory courses in Physical Geography and advanced courses in the area of specialization as well as university service.  Screening will begin on November 30, 2009, and continue until the position is filled.
The Department offers a B.S. (major and minor) in Geography and M.S. in Geographic Information Sciences as well as Geography minors and majors for teacher education students.  Computing facilities at the GIS Center are state-of-the-art.  Additional potential research opportunities are available through the Central Michigan University Research Corporation.  Classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral research university, CMU is recognized for strong undergraduate education with a range of focused graduate and research programs.
Apply: send an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of all transcripts, statement of research, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Bin Li, Chair, Department of Geography, Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859.  Further information is available at www.geo.cmich.edu.   
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity within its community (see www.cmich.edu/aaeo). Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
DEC 09-153

MINNESOTA, MINNEAPOLIS.
The Department of Geography at the University of Minnesota seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor  or full-time, tenured Associate Professor in Bio-Physical Geography with a focus on environmental variability and change, broadly defined, and with expertise in analytical, quantitative, and/or modeling techniques. We welcome applications from scholars working in all areas of environmental variability and change, and are particularly interested in scholars with expertise in the areas of (1) environmental change in urban/built environments; (2) the interactions among environmental changes and water and land resources; (3) environmental variability and its connections with vulnerability and hazards; and/or (4) environmental variations in past and/or future environments.
A regional focus or field research outside of North America would be an asset but is not required. The successful applicant is expected to contribute to teaching and research within physical geography at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; development of additional courses and research themes that complement and extend current departmental expertise in biogeography and climatology is strongly encouraged. A PhD in Geography or related field is required by the start date of the appointment (fall semester, 2010).
Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts are expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research, develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute service appropriate for the rank of appointment to the department, college, and profession. This position will require teaching four semester-length courses per academic year at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The Department of Geography is a broadly based program with scholars working in climatology, biogeography, urban geography, nature-society studies, development studies, and GIScience. The Department has strong connections with a number of College- and University-wide interdisciplinary institutes and programs, such as the University Metropolitan Consortium; the Institute on the Environment, recently designated as the Midwestern node for Climate Central; and the Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change. Our faculty are actively involved in many interdisciplinary graduate programs including Conservation Biology, Water Resources, Quaternary Paleoecology, Geographic Information Science, and Development Studies and Social Change (among others). The Department offers BA, BS, MA, and PhD degrees in Geography, BA and BS in Urban Studies, and houses the interdisciplinary undergraduate major in Biology, Society, and the Environment and the professional Masters of Geographic Information Sciences degree.
To apply online, go to the following websites: for the Assistant Professor posting https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=81899; for the Associate Professor posting https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=82804. You may also visit our website at http://www.geog.umn.edu for additional information.
Applicants will be asked to submit electronically 1) a letter of application addressing their qualifications for this position; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching interests and materials relevant to teaching experience; 4) a statement outlining current and future research interests; 5) a writing sample of a published paper or manuscript in progress; and 6) names and complete contact information for no fewer than three references.  In addition to the materials submitted electronically, applicants are asked to arrange for three letters of recommendation to be emailed to the attention of Associate Professor Kathy Klink at: gdsearch@tc.umn.edu. Additional materials may be requested later. For candidates applying at the level of tenured associate professor these materials may include letters of recommendation or evaluation.
All application materials must be submitted electronically.  Applications will be considered complete upon receipt of all materials, including reference letters. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
For questions about the application process, please contact the department administrator, Glen Powell, at powel160@umn.edu or 612-625-6080. For questions about the position, contact Associate Professor Kathy Klink at klink@umn.edu or 612-625-3452.
The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
SEP 09-108

MONTANA, BOZEMAN.
The Department of Earth Sciences at Montana State University seeks a Physical Geographer interested in mountain systems who can lead our snow science program.  The position is tenure track, 1.0 FTE, 9-month Academic Year appointment starting August 16, 2010. Duties include advising geography and snow science undergraduate and graduate students; teaching undergraduate\graduate courses in weather and climate, snow science, physical geography and mountain geography; maintaining a strong program of research and publication; and supervising masters and doctoral students.
Apply: Full details on the required and preferred qualifications for the position and application procedures can be found at
http://www.montana.edu/msuinfo/jobs/faculty/.
Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2009 and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. Montana State University is an institution committed to cultural diversity.
SEP 09-104

NEBRASKA, LINCOLN.
Assistant Professor – Watershed Hydrology. Applications are invited for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL).  We seek a highly motivated individual to take an active role in promoting research, education, and interdisciplinary interactions associated with water programs at the University.  The successful candidate will be expected to conduct a rigorous, externally funded research program in watershed hydrology that includes process-based studies of the interactions of surface water with groundwater and/or the atmosphere.  The successful candidate also is expected to participate in teaching and curricular development in hydrology and related fields at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.  The candidate should demonstrate strong potential for research and teaching and must hold a Ph.D. in engineering, geosciences, natural resources, or a closely related field at the time of appointment.  Female and ethnic minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.  This position is part of a campus-wide Program of Excellence in Water Resources, and the successful candidate may chose a tenure home in Biological Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geosciences, or Natural Resources.  Additional information on water related programs at UNL is available on the web at http://water.unl.edu/home.
Apply: go to http://employment.unl.edu requisition 090634 and complete the “faculty/administrative form.”  Applicants must attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and names of at least three references via the above website.  We will begin to review applications on 11/23/2009, but the position will remain open until it is 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. Lincoln is a highly livable city with affordable housing and excellent schools.  
For further information, contact Dr. Bruce Dvorak, Search Committee Chair at: bdvorak@unlnotes.unl.edu; 1-402-472-3431; The Water Center, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68583-0979.

NEVADA, RENO.
The Department of Geography at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), Nevada, invites national and international applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions, one in the area of Paleoclimate Modeling and the other in the area of Ecoclimatology. These positions will be initially funded through the current Nevada NSF-EPSCoR project entitled "Nevada Infrastructure for Climate Change Science, Education, and Outreach" (http://www.nevada.edu/epscor/nsf-overview.html). The appointments will begin 1 August 2010.
The successful candidates are expected to establish a widely recognized research program in climate change, supervise graduate students, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and education.
For a full version of the position descriptions, and also to submit the required application materials by December 15, 2009, please visit the www.unrsearch.com website.
Apply: Applicants interested in both positions are required to submit a separate application for each job. For questions regarding the on-line application, please contact Ms. Shari Baughman, E-mail: sbaughman@unr.edu, phone: (775) 784-6995.
For inquiries on the Ecoclimatologist search or position description (www.unrsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54135), please contact Dr. Franco Biondi (fbiondi@unr.edu). For inquiries on the Paleoclimate Modeler search or position description (www.unrsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54134), please contact Dr. Scott Bassett (sbassett@unr.edu). To learn more about UNR, visit us at www.unr.edu.
EEO/AA. Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
NOV 09-152

NEW HAMPSHIRE, KEENE.
The Department of Geography at Keene State College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in Geography Education to begin August, 2010. Geography is a dynamic, growing department of five full-time tenure-track faculty which offers a BA, minor and a GIS certificate. 
The Department is a vibrant, student-centered, and collaborative unit in the School of Sciences and Social Sciences; our program has increased steadily in the number of majors over the past several years.  Over one-half of the Geography majors also major in either elementary or secondary education.  Productive collaborations among faculty and students in Geography and other areas are ongoing. Capstone seminars emphasize real-world, community based service learning projects. Complementing this, the Keene State College Department of Geography is the home to the New Hampshire Geographic Alliance which serves K-12 teachers and students throughout the state. For information about the Geography Department visit: http://www.keeneweb.org/geography.
The successful candidate for this position will be committed to excellence in teaching undergraduates and a dynamic research agenda.  Teaching responsibilities include a variety of courses such as Introduction to Geography, Geography for Teachers, Geospatial Technologies for Teachers, and capstone seminar courses for geography majors.  Additionally, the candidate will be expected to develop courses in an area of specialization and engage in national/international field courses.
In addition to teaching, the position includes responsibilities as the Primary Coordinator for the NH Geographic Alliance and requires engaged involvement in state and national geography education activities. Student advising and service to the department, college, and wider community is expected.  Faculty members are expected to teach courses in the college's Integrative Studies Program, a transformational approach to general education.  A major part of Keene State College’s mission is the promotion of academic excellence as demonstrated by a commitment to diversity and multiculturalism.  We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a desire to help the College’s ongoing efforts to provide opportunities to help students become responsible global citizens.
Qualifications Required: seeking highly motivated and broadly trained candidates with an earned Doctorate in Geography or related field by August 1, 2010; full-time teaching experience in the 6-12 setting or have college teaching experience in teacher preparation; and experience employing geospatial technologies, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Preference will be given to candidate who have working knowledge of assessment methodologies.  Salary is competitive and is based on the KSCEA collective bargaining unit.
Apply: Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three references to Geography Search, FAC#11, 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.  Materials should arrive by November 15, 2009 to assure full consideration.
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.
OCT 09-122

NEW MEXICO, ALBUQUERQUE.
New Mexico, Albuquerque. Chair, Tenured Associate or Full Professor, Department of Geography, University of New Mexico, starting August 2010. 
The Chair will assume a leadership position in a vibrant department, which seeks to enhance its regional and national reputation. Minimum qualifications are a PhD in geography or related field and a current appointment as a Professor or advanced Associate Professor with tenure. Preferred qualifications are demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, demonstrated or potential administrative and leadership skills in an active department with a graduate program, and the ability to teach courses and mentor graduate students within the department's focus areas.  Candidates with these qualifications who are capable of teaching upper-level courses in GISc will be given special consideration.
Founded in 1889, The University of New Mexico occupies 600 acres along old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a city of more than 700,000 people. As New Mexico's flagship university, UNM is committed to diversity and boasts a number of nationally recognized programs in multiple disciplines. UNM is the only institution in the country that has a Carnegie Very High Research Activity designation and a federal designation as a Hispanic-serving institution.
The department has recently expanded and revitalized. Five new faculty members have been added in the last three years, and the curriculum has been revised to reflect the department’s emphasis on Environmental Management, Nature and Society, GISc, and the Southwest.  Preferred fields of specialization are within environmental geography broadly defined, including natural resource conservation and management, environmental planning and sustainability, natural hazards, rural and urban ecosystems, resource economics and policy, and landscape ecology. Individuals with other areas of specialization are also encouraged to apply.
Apply: Applicants please apply through UNMJobs at http://unmjobs.unm.edu under Faculty Positions, reference Posting # 0803295.  Submit as separate attachments through UNMJobs 1) a letter addressing interest in the position and relevant experience, 2) a CV, and 3) a list of three references with contact information.
The University of New Mexico is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. For best consideration, applications should be submitted by January 30, 2010 and applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.  UNM's confidentiality policy (Recruitment and Hiring, Policy #3210) which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at www.unm.edu/~ubppm. UNM is building a culturally diverse faculty and encourages applications from women and minority candidates.
NOV 09-140

NEW YORK, BUFFALO.
The University at Buffalo, Department of Geography is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor position in Economic Geography. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for conducting research, providing graduate and undergraduate instruction, and supervising graduate student research in economic geography.  The candidate is expected to conduct research and teach in areas such as international trade, foreign direct investment, globalization, regional or international development, or related fields.  The candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program based on scholarship and high-quality journal publications. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in Geography or a related discipline at the time of hiring.
Apply: only e-applications are being accepted.  Please submit application, cover letter, and CV to:  www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52792. The search committee will begin to evaluate applications October 1, 2009, and the position will remain open until filled.
The University at Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 
SEP 09-098-1

NEW YORK, ITHACA.
Ithaca College. Assistant/Associate Professor – Environmental Studies and Sciences. Tenure-eligible position to teach a required Physical and Cultural Geography course for majors, an upper level course in Topics in Geography and Planning, and other geography courses to meet the needs of the department and College, beginning August 16, 2010.
Apply: visit our website  www.icjobs.org (http://www.icjobs.org/) for a full description and to apply. Questions about online application, call (607) 274-1207.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
DEC 09-163

NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
Assistant Professor in Environmental Health. The MPH Program, Lehman College, the senior college of The City University of New York in the Bronx, which specializes in community-based public health and health equity, invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor rank to begin Fall 2010 to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in environmental health. The MPH Program is situated in the Department of Health Sciences, but the candidate will also be expected to teach courses in Environmental Geography and Geographic Information Science in the Geographic Information Science (GISc) Program in the Department of Environmental, Geographic and Geological Sciences (EGGS) which specializes in health and environmental spatial science with a strong emphasis on quantitative analysis and modeling. In addition to teaching, the candidate is also expected to advise students, engage in scholarly research and publication, seek outside funding, collaborate in developing a research agenda for the Programs and actively participate in Departmental and College committees and professional organizations.
Candidates must have a doctoral degree in public health, environmental hearth/geography (with a GISc research focus) or a related field by time of appointment and evidence of the potential for active research and publication. We are seeking candidates who desire to contribute to the creation of dynamic, growing public health and GISc programs with a diverse student body and strong commitment to working with communities.
Apply: please submit a print and electronic CV, and a letter identifying relevant teaching and research interests and experience, and the names and contact information for three professional references to:  Jane Levitt, PhD, Department of Health Sciences, Gillet 431, Lehman College, CUNY, 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West Bronx, NY 10468, Jane.Levitt@lehman.cuny.edu. Visit our website at www.lehman.edu for upcoming vacancy announcements.
AA/EEO/ADA/IRCA Employer.
NOV 09-149-D

NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
Associate/Full Professor-Department Chair, Department of Environmental, Geographic, and Geological Sciences. The Chairperson is expected to provide the leadership necessary to develop and expand the Department, such as implementing new academic programs and recruitment to the departmental majors. The Chair's duties entail fostering an environment that promotes excellence in faculty teaching, significant extramurally-funded research, and service to the profession and the community, as well as managing and/or supervising the majority of the administrative tasks in the department. It is expected that the successful candidate will participate fully in the life of the Department, College, and University, including teaching, committee work, obtaining grants, publishing in refereed professional journals, and mentoring junior faculty.
Candidates must have a PhD with a specialization in Environmental Science or Environmental Geography and an emphasis on Geographic Information Science applications and research required. The successful candidate will have an established record of nationally-recognized scholarship in these areas, and will have demonstrated effectiveness in teaching that merits appointment as an Associate Professor or Professor. Substantial administrative experience, as well as experience in the development and management of interdisciplinary academic and research programs, particularly those related to environmental issues, preferred.
Apply: submit a letter of application indicating specialty area, Curriculum Vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references by December 31, 2009 to: Search Committee of the Chair for the Department of Environmental, Geographic, and Geological Sciences, Lehman College/CUNY 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West Bronx, NY 10468. Please also submit these materials electronically to: e-mail: Juliana.Maantay@Lehman.cuny.edu.
Visit our website at www.lehman.edu for upcoming vacancy announcements.
Lehman College is an AA/EEO/ADA/IRCA Employer.
NOV 09-151-D

NEW YORK, NEW YORK.
The Department of Geography of Hunter College, City University of New York, invites applications for the position of Department Chair beginning September 2010. The department seeks applications from candidates in any geography, environmental studies, or earth sciences field, and who are comfortable working across disciplinary boundaries.
The successful candidate will offer a strong administrative, teaching, and research record. Administrative experience at the department level, good interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communications skills are necessary. The Chairperson’s responsibilities include the development and articulation of departmental policies, review and assessment of departmental personnel, and establishing and fostering connections between the department and other academic programs and activities. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to participate in the intellectual and institutional development of Geography within the City University of New York system which includes faculty at the CUNY Graduate Center, Lehman College, among many other CUNY institutions where geographers are present.
The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, maintain an active research record, be a mentor to junior faculty, and advise students. Applicants must be qualified for appointment with tenure at the rank of full professor.
The Department of Geography of Hunter College is unique within the City University of New York and is the largest and among the most technologically advanced geography programs in the NYC metropolitan region. The department includes 17 full-time faculty members and more than 20 adjunct lecturers. Hunter College offers bachelor’s degrees in geography and environmental studies, a master’s degree in geography, and a graduate-level certificate in Geographic Information Science. Within the geography major the department also prepares students for a career in teaching social studies at grades K-12. The Department typically enrolls more than 150 undergraduate majors and about 40 masters students. Over the course of each academic year the Department of Geography hosts more than 2,500 undergraduates in introductory courses. Department faculty members also participate in the Geography specialization within the Earth and Environmental Science PhD Program at the CUNY Graduate Center.
Apply: Interested individuals should submit 1) a letter describing how they would lead the Department and contribute to its teaching and research programs; 2) a curriculum vita; 3) a maximum of four reprints of published work; and 4) the names and addresses (including e-mail) of four referees to: 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 the four items above to geogjob@hunter.cuny.edu.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2009, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The City University of New York is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities Act employer.
SEP 09-100

OKLAHOMA, NORMAN.
The Department of Geography at the University of Oklahoma (http://geography.ou.edu) invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position. Appointment may be made at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications. Post-doctoral experience desirable but not required. Salary commensurate with experience. The start date is August 16, 2010 but an earlier starting date may be possible if mutually beneficial. PhD required at time of appointment.
The Department seeks an outstanding researcher and teacher who applies Remote Sensing and GIS to the study of environmental resources or human-environment relationships. Potential fields of scientific investigation could include, but are not limited to: cultural and indigenous geographies; renewable energy and sustainable development; and natural resource management. Demonstrated ability to secure external funding is an advantage. Ability and willingness to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in both Remote Sensing and GIS are required. A normal teaching load is two courses per semester.
The University offers collaborative research opportunities with the Oklahoma Wind Power Initiative (http://www.ocgi.okstate.edu/owpi/), the Center for Spatial Analysis (http://csa.ou.edu/), the Oklahoma Alliance for Geographic Education (http://www.ou.edu/OKAGE), and centers in the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences (http://ags.ou.edu/index.php), as well as many cross-disciplinary programs across campus.
An application should include a letter of interest describing the applicant’s views on teaching, research and development, and outreach; a complete curriculum vitae or resume; and the names and email addresses of three references.
Apply: Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Scott Greene, Search Committee Chair at jgreene@gcn.ou.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 15 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
SEP 09-107

OREGON, EUGENE. 
The Department of Geography at the University of Oregon seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin on September 16, 2010 in the area of Urban Sustainability. We invite candidates with an active research program in urban sustainability that engages core areas of urban geography and sustainability (e.g. urban metabolism, urban political ecology, environmental justice, and related areas of study) and contributes to urban geography and sustainability theory; demonstrated interest in contributing to a program that fosters links among the subdisciplines of geography; potential to conduct research and train students in methods related to urban sustainability; and experience in or potential for teaching introductory through advanced undergraduate and graduate urban geography and sustainability courses and advising graduate students. 
PhD by September 16, 2010 required. Applicants should submit a c.v., a cover letter discussing research and teaching interests and experience, and contact information for exactly three references (no reference letters accepted with first application materials) to be received by October 2, 2009. The position will remain open until filled.
Apply: We strongly encourage applicants to apply online for our position at: http://www.academicjobsonline.org. Otherwise, send applicant materials to uogeog@uoregon.edu (in PDF).
Please see http://hr.uoregon.edu/jobs/ for a full position description. For more information about the department, visit our webpage: 
http://geography.uoregon.edu.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We are committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse institution and seek candidates with demonstrated commitment to achieving that goal.
SEP 09-101-1

OREGON, EUGENE. 
The Department of Geography at the University of Oregon seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning September 2010.  The department seeks a broadly trained Geographic Information Scientist, whose focus is primarily Geographic Information Systems theory and applications. Applicants must have an active research program in Geographic Information Systems that also engages other core areas of Geographic Information Science such as geographic visualization, cartography, map use, or related subfields.  Specific duties include teaching courses in introductory through advanced undergraduate and graduate GIScience courses, including Geographic Information Systems, and supervising GIScience masters and doctoral students. 
Applicants must have a demonstrated record of (or potential for) maintaining a strong program of research, publication, external funding and teaching. Applicants also must demonstrate an interest in contributing to a program that fosters links among the subdisciplines of geography.  PhD required by September 2010. 
Complete position announcement is available at http://hr.uoregon.edu/jobs or contact Search Committee Chair, Amy Lobben, lobben@uoregon.edu. 
Apply: online at www.academicjobsonline.org.
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by October 1, 2009.  The position will remain open until filled. For more information about the department, visit our webpage:  http://geography.uoregon.edu.
ADA/EO/AA institution committed to disability, cultural, ethnic, and gender diversity.  We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity and from members of underrepresented groups.
SEP 09-102-1

OREGON, PORTLAND.
Assistant Director and Research Associate Professor – Population Research Center (PRC). Principal Duties: Lead demographic research and assist in program development, human resource development and management, and strategic planning. Minimum Qualifications/Skills: PhD in Demography, Sociology, Geography, Economics, or a related field. At least three years of experience in applied demography research. A track record of success in attracting grant and contract funding. Desire and experience in program development and collaboration. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Ability and desire to publish in professional journals. Preferred qualifications: Experience leading or managing a research program. Experience with web-based data sharing techniques, GIS, or statistical analysis. Compensation: This is a 12-month fixed term position. The starting annual salary rate for this position will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Apply: Please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three references by October 30, 2009 to: Emily Renfrow, Search Coordinator, Institute of Portland Metropolitan Studies, PO Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751. Applications may be sent by e-mail to renfrowe@pdx.edu.
More information about the Population Research Center and the Institute of Portland Metropolitan Studies can be found at www.pdx.edu/ims and www.pdx.edu/prc.
Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
NOV 09-145-W-2

OREGON, PORTLAND.
The Nohad A. Toulan School of Urban Studies and Planning at Portland State University seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor to start in Fall 2010. Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or be in the final stages of their degree) in city and regional planning, urban studies, economics, or a related social science, and a scholarly commitment to the field of urban planning.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach required and elective undergraduate and graduate courses in urban economics, sustainable economic development, and urban studies methods. School priorities include research, outreach, and practice interests in the sustainability dimensions of urban and regional planning and community development; international applications; and/or affordable housing and neighborhood development.  Familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative methods and action research is desirable.
Full job description and application requirements are listed on our website at: www.pdx.edu/usp. Application reviews will begin January 15, 2010. For further information, please contact Dr. Karen Gibson, Search Committee Chair, gibsonk@pdx.edu or Dr. Connie Ozawa, School Director, ozawac@pdx.edu.
Portland State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and, in keeping with the President’s diversity initiative, welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
NOV 09-146

SOUTH CAROLINA, CHARLESTON.
Comparative Politics. The Department of Political Science at the College of Charleston SC, invites applications for a full time, tenure track Assistant Professor position beginning fall 2010 in comparative politics with an African Area Specialization and Expertise.  In addition to teaching courses related to African countries, the successful candidate will contribute to the department’s international and comparative curriculum.  The ability to offer undergraduate courses in political theory is highly desirable.  
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the College’s Minor in African Studies and to take part in the National Model African Union.  The College of Charleston is a public, liberal arts and sciences institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate students and 1,500 graduate students.  More information about the Department is available at www.polisci.cofc.edu.
Apply: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vita, copies of graduate transcripts, statements of teaching and research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including, but not limited to course syllabi and course evaluations), examples of scholarly research, and three letters of reference to Comparative Politics Search Committee, Department of Political Science, College of Charleston, 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424.  Review of applications will begin November 30, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
The College of Charleston is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages women and minority candidates to apply.
DEC 09-167

SOUTH CAROLINA, CLEMSON.

Clemson University Department of Planning and Landscape Architecture seeks a Departmental Chair at the rank of Full Professor to begin August 2010. Candidates should be senior scholars with a doctorate or appropriate terminal degree and professional registration/certification credentials as well as a distinguished teaching, research/practice, and/or public service applied professional record.
The successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills and experience in academic strategic planning; fiscal and personnel management; consensus building; external funding and sponsored projects; communication with leaders in the private, public, and non profit sectors; capital and departmental fundraising; and alumni relations. Chairs will continue limited teaching, research/practice, and public service.
The Department is uniquely interdisciplinary in a highly diverse College. It offers a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA), Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP), Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA), Master of Science in Historic Preservation (MSHP, with the College of Charleston), a Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) and participates in the multidisciplinary PhD. (Planning, Design & the Built Environment, PDBE). Currently, the department has over 20 faculty members and 230 students and has direct links to both the national leadership and SC chapters of APA, ASLA, ULI and other professional organizations.
For full consideration, applications should be received by December 1, 2009 although applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Salary will be competitive based on background and discipline.
Applicants should submit via email a letter of application that addresses the job description, curriculum vita, two samples of your best scholarship/creative work and the names of three references including their snail mail and e mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers to kreva@clemson.edu.
Clemson University, the land grant institution of South Carolina, is located mid way between Atlanta and Charlotte. For more information about the university, please visit http://www.clemson.edu/about/clemsonataglance.html, the college, http://www.clemson.edu/caah/, and the department, http://www.clemson.edu/caah/pla.  
Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
DEC 09-159

SOUTH CAROLINA, CLEMSON.
The Department of History at Clemson University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Environmental Geography at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2010.  We seek a candidate with a broad knowledge of contemporary environmental issues, sustainability and human/land interactions. Preference will be given to candidates with research interests in environmental impacts of economic growth in developing countries; natural resource and policy interests, and land use/land cover change. Regional expertise in Europe or Asia desired.  Additional strength in geo-spatial technologies would be an advantage. Primary teaching responsibilities include introductory world regional courses and advanced level courses in his/her area of specialization. Applicants should display promise of teaching excellence and strong evidence of scholarly potential. A PhD in Geography is required at time of appointment.
Located in the Upstate of South Carolina, Clemson University is a land grant public research university. The Department of History consists of 24/teacher/scholars, including 3 professional geographers, has over 250 undergraduate majors and offers a minor in geography. For additional information about the department see: www.clemson.edu/caah/history.
Applicants should submit a letter describing their research and teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a current c.v.  For full consideration please apply by November 10, 2009.
Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status.
Apply: Dr. Christa Smith, Search Committee Chair, Department of History, Clemson University, 126 Hardin Hall, Clemson, SC  29634-0527.
NOV 09-128

SOUTH CAROLINA, COLUMBIA.
University of South Carolina. The Department of Geography invites applications by specialists in Microclimatology for a tenure track Assistant Professor position to begin August 16, 2010.  Required characteristics of the successful applicant include a PhD (in hand at time of appointment) in geography or a closely allied discipline, demonstrated excellence in research and teaching on moisture and energy fluxes in the boundary layer, and interests that complement and extend existing departmental strengths in environmental science, GIScience, nature-society studies, and human geography. The candidate should apply modeling and empirical approaches to boundary layer processes that influence flora and fauna, and experience in publication and grant acquisition.
The microclimatologist will join a department that offers bachelors, masters, and PhD programs in integrative geography. The department has excellent, recently renovated facilities that house several specialized activities including a Climate Laboratory, Biogeomorphology Laboratory, Hazards and Vulnerability Research Institute, and Center for GIS and Remote Sensing.
This position in geography is part of the University’s Faculty Excellence Initiative (FEI) program, and is specifically designed to build an interdisciplinary research group that forecasts ecological responses to climate change. The microclimatologist will be part of a three-person cluster hire within Geography, Biological Sciences, Computer Sciences, and the School of the Environment. The two other positions include an ecologist with interest in issues of connectivity and conservation biology across biogeographic scales, and a signal analysis specialist in computer science, to “translate” large scale environmental signals to the scale of an organism. This cluster hire is also designed to complement existing strength across campus investigating regional climate variability and change, biological climate models, and human dimensions of climate change.
For full consideration by the search committee, applications must be received by October 1, 2009.  To apply, send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to the address below.     
Apply: Prof. Greg Carbone, Microclimatology Search Committee, Department of Geography, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208.
For additional information, visit our departmental web site at www.cas.sc.edu/geog or contact Dr. Carbone at: (voice: 803-777-0682; fax: 803-777-4972; e-mail: greg.carbone@sc.edu).
The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.
SEP 09-099

SOUTH CAROLINA, CONWAY.
Assistant Professor of Geography. The Department of Politics and Geography at Coastal Carolina University is accepting applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor.  Appointment effective August 16, 2010.  Successful candidate must be able to teach regional geography, as well as courses relevant for the anticipated addition of a Geography Minor and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) courses to the curriculum. PhD in geography or other relevant field required by the time of appointment.
Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution.  CCU is located in Conway, South Carolina, nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation.  It has an enrollment of 8,400 students and is expected to have continued growth for the next several years.  CCU is part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founder, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.  Teaching assignments at CCU may include evening/weekend courses and courses taught at off-campus locations.
Apply: submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references electronically at: http://jobs.coastal.edu.  Also submit copies of transcripts, teaching evaluations if available, and letters from the three references listed above directly to Professor Alan Little, Search Committee Chair, Department of Politics and Geography, Coastal Carolina University, P.O. Box 261954, Conway SC, 29528-6054.   Review of applications will begin October 30, 2009 and continue until position filled.
For additional information please contact Professor Little at alittle@coastal.edu  or (843) 349-2785, or Dr. Ken Rogers, Chair of the Department of Politics and Geography at krogers@coastal.edu or (843) 349-6507.
Coastal Carolina University is building a diverse faculty and encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities.  Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
NOV 09-138

SOUTH DAKOTA, BROOKINGS.
Associate Professor or Full Professor, Geographic Information Science Center of Excellence, South Dakota State University.  The Geographic Information Science Center of Excellence (GIScCE) invites faculty applications from scientists with research interests in quantitative remote sensing, large-area terrestrial monitoring and/or modeling.  Specialization in one of the following areas is preferred:  1) land/atmosphere interactions and climate modeling, 2) active sensors (radar and/or lidar) for vegetation characterization, 3) modeling the dynamics of coupled human-environmental systems.  We seek motivated, broad-thinking scientist-educators to establish vigorous research programs and provide intellectual leadership in their field.  GIScCE faculty have 80% research, 10% service and 10% teaching loads.   
The GIScCE is a collaboration with the USGS Center for Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS).  For more information, visit http://globalmonitoring.sdstate.edu; for a list of required qualifications and directions for online application, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu.   For questions on the electronic employment process, contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128.  Screening will begin December 21, 2009 and continue until position is filled.
SDSU is an AA/EEO employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.  ADA Accommodations:  (605) 688-4394.
NOV 09-143

TENNESSEE, KNOXVILLE.
The University of Tennessee Department of Geography seeks applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Urban Geography to begin in August 2010.  PhD required at time of appointment.  Candidates should have a strong commitment to research, be capable of securing outside funding, and be capable of quality teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.  The successful candidate will join a dynamic department characterized by strong mutual support, many shared research interests, and a tradition of internal and external collaboration. The department has a vibrant undergraduate program and strong MS and PhD programs.  The candidate should submit a letter of application and a curriculum vitae, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the chair of the search committee. 
Apply electronically or by conventional mail to Dr. Ronald Foresta, Search Committee Chair (foresta@utk.edu). Review of applications will begin January 4, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

DEC 09-160

TEXAS, COLLEGE STATION.
The Department of Geography at Texas A&M University (http://geography.tamu.edu) invites applications for a Head of Department at the Full Professor rank. The position is a nine-month tenured appointment with a three-month administrative appointment while serving as Head.  We seek a person with an outstanding reputation in Geography, a proven track record of academic leadership and evidence of administrative skills. The Department comprises 23 faculty and has strengths in biogeography, climatology, geomorphology, human geography, human-environment relationships, GIScience, and geographic education. We are based in the College of Geosciences (http://geosciences.tamu.edu) with the Departments of Atmospheric Science, Geology & Geophysics, and Oceanography, and play a major role in the Environmental Programs in Geosciences. The Department has strong ties to faculty and departments in the Colleges of Architecture, Agriculture & Life Sciences, Education, Engineering and Liberal Arts; the Bush School of Public Policy and the Glasscock Center for the Humanities.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to the search committee chair:  Dr. Kenneth Bowman, Department of Atmospheric Sciences, Texas A&M University, 3150 TAMU, College Station, TX, 77843-3150, k-bowman@tamu.edu, 979-458-0559.  Further details are available at http://geography.tamu.edu/headsearch. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. We anticipate that on-site interviews will begin in late January 2010.
Texas A&M University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic community committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and individuals with disabilities.  
OCT 09-115

TEXAS, COLLEGE STATION.
Texas A&M University. The Department of Geography (http://geog.tamu.edu) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Human Geography at the Assistant Professor level, to begin in September 2010. We seek a geographer researching global economic and/or political processes.  Possible specializations are health geography, urbanization, large-scale organizations and institutions, or public policy, however other specializations will be seriously considered.  Ability to teach introductory undergraduate GIS is desirable.
The successful candidate is expected to solidify the human geography research cluster and support the human-environment research cluster. Outstanding opportunities exist for collaboration with other departments, research units, and interdisciplinary initiatives within the College of Geosciences (http://geosciences.tamu.edu) and the University (e.g., the George Bush School of Government and Public Service, and the Colleges of Liberal Arts and Agriculture & Life Sciences, the Department of Urban and Regional Planning). The successful applicant must have a strong commitment to quality teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and demonstrate the potential to initiate and maintain vigorous, externally funded research programs. The PhD is required at time of appointment.
Apply: Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to: Professor Jonathan M. Smith, Search Committee Chair (jmsmith@tamu.edu). Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2009.
Texas A&M University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic community committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment.  We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities.
OCT 09-111

TEXAS, DENTON.
The Department of Geography at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Human Geography specializing in Hispanic Studies starting September 1, 2010.
As a tenure-track member of the faculty, candidates will be expected to develop a record of scholarly research necessary to obtain tenure. Candidates will also be expected to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate students, supervise graduate students, and serve the department and university. The normal departmental teaching load is two courses per semester.
Minimum qualifications: (1) an earned doctorate; (2) research experience in US-Mexico relations; (3) regional expertise in Mexico; and (4) prior instructional experience.
Preferred qualifications: (1) knowledge of sustainable development; and (2) research expertise in additional region(s) of Middle/South America.
This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary program addressing human/environment interactions of regional and global importance. The department exemplifies the university’s vision of a student-centered research institution emphasizing diversity, internationalization, and collaboration. We offer both bachelors and masters degrees in geography and are primary contributors to interdisciplinary masters and doctoral programs in environmental science. UNT is an emerging national research institution located in the vibrant and rapidly expanding Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. University enrollment is over 36,000 students.
Apply: applicants must apply at: https://facultyjobs.unt.edu. Submit all required materials, including: (1) cover letter; (2) statement of teaching philosophy; (3) statement of research interests; (4) complete curriculum vitae; and (5) names, mailing addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers for three references. Review of applications begins November 15, 2009, continuing until the search is closed.
UNT is an AA/ADA/EOE committed to diversity.
NOV 09-141

TEXAS, GEORGETOWN.
Southwestern University, Program in Environmental Studies, seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies to begin fall 2010. Qualifications include a PhD in Environmental Studies, Environmental Geography, Urban Studies, Public Health, or related field. The successful candidate will have a broad knowledge of environmental studies and current environmental concerns. A commitment to teaching a range of courses within a liberal arts tradition is essential. This faculty person will help develop a core environmental studies curriculum and will teach in that curriculum.  Courses will include an interdisciplinary Introduction to Environmental Studies, a Senior Research Seminar, and courses in the person's area of specialty. Candidates must have GIS expertise and use GIS in courses as appropriate. Finally, we seek a colleague with an interest in global issues of environmental justice which is a focus of our Environmental Studies program. We are especially interested in candidates committed to advancing diversity in academia. Candidates must hold or anticipate a PhD in one of the areas listed or a related discipline by August 15, 2010. Consideration of applications will begin October 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern currently enrolls approximately 1,250 students and maintains a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. In addition to a number of other national organizations, Southwestern University is a member of two consortia of liberal arts colleges, the Associated Colleges of the South and the Annapolis Group. Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of downtown Austin, Southwestern is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Southwestern University is committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia. For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu.
Apply: Candidates should submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and contact information for three references to Maria Trevino, Faculty Secretary, Southwestern University, P.O. Box 700, Georgetown TX 78627-0700 (trevinom@southwestern.edu, 512/863-1360). Consideration of applications will begin October 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Southwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F.
JUAG 09-090

TEXAS, HUNTSVILLE.
            Sam Houston State University seeks to fill the position of Chair of the Department of Geography and Geology beginning August 2010. This is a tenured position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor depending on qualifications. The successful candidate must have a relevant record of administrative experience and have demonstrated excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship. A PhD in geography or a related field is required. The candidate will have expertise in geospatial technology that complements our existing mix of GIS, remote sensing, computer cartography and visualization skills, or other relevant geospatial technologies, that will support our new Master of Applied Geospatial Technology degree. The Chair will be a forward-looking leader, an advocate for the department, faculty and staff, able to maintain the strong connections between the Geography and Geology programs, and remain engaged in and provide leadership for his/her areas of research and scholarship.
            The Department presently has 12 full-time faculty and offers degrees in geography (B.A., B.S.), social science composite – geography emphasis (B.A., B.S.), and geology (B.S.). The Department supports two GIS-related minors (GIS and GSS), maintains modern GIS and remote sensing labs, and possesses a broad range of modern field and laboratory equipment. Sam Houston State University, located about 70 miles north of Houston, is one of Texas’ fast growing universities with over 16,000 students and 79 undergraduate, 54 masters, and five doctoral programs.
            Letters of interest must be received by December 1, 2009 and will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Apply: Send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching, research, and administrative philosophies, three sample publications, unofficial graduate transcripts, and the names and contact information (including email) of three referees to Dr. Donald Albert, Chair of Geography and Geology Chair Search Committee, Department of Geography and Geology, Box 2148, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX 77341-2148. Voice: 936-294-1453. Fax 936-294-4203. Email geo_dpa@shsu.edu.
SHSU is an EEO/AAP employer.
OCT 09-117

VERMONT, MIDDLEBURY.
The Geography Department seeks to fill one tenure-track position at the Instructor (ABD) or Assistant Professor (PhD level). We seek candidates whose teaching and research activities combine GIScience with any geographic specialty area. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and advanced GIS courses along with thematic courses in his/her specialty area. Middlebury College has a long history of innovative GIS teaching within the liberal arts, and GIS is integrated within the Environmental Studies curriculum. A strong commitment to undergraduate education is essential.
Apply: Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation at least two of which address teaching ability by October 30, 2009 to Dr. Anne Knowles, Chair GIS Search Committee, Department of Geography, Bicentennial Hall, Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT 05753. All materials must be submitted in hard copy; no email submissions will be accepted.
Middlebury College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring a diverse faculty to complement the increasing diversity of the student body.
JUAG 09-089-3

VIRGINIA, BLACKSBURG.
Virginia Tech’s School of Public & International Affairs (SPIA) invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions in its Urban Affairs & Planning (UAP) program to start August 2010: a senior position at Blacksburg and junior position at the NCR campus.  A doctorate is required by the start date in planning or a related field. 
Apply: applications and supporting documents (except reference letters) must be submitted online at www.jobs.vt.edu (paper documents cannot be accepted), reference posting #090558 for the senior position or #090557 for the junior position. For a complete position announcement including necessary application materials and information on UAP and SPIA please visit www.uap.vt.edu and www.spia.vt.edu.  Application review will begin November 1, 2009.
Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
NOV 09-142

VIRGINIA, FARMVILLE.
Environmental Scientist or Physical Geographer, Longwood University, Assistant Professor, Full-time, Tenure-track Faculty, (Position F0064).
The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Longwood University seeks applicants for a position in Environmental Science or Physical Geography with expertise in Geographic Information Systems. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong climatology background. This is a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning in August 2010 (contingent upon funding).
The candidate will have an earned PhD, a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in undergraduate teaching, the potential to develop a successful research program in an undergraduate setting, and a commitment to university service. The University will provide dedicated research space in the new Chichester Science Center, as well as modest start-up funding.
The candidate will contribute to the continuing development of GIS on campus and establishment of an environmental science program. Teaching responsibilities will include GIS and introductory earth science. Additional opportunities exist for teaching upper-level courses in areas of expertise. Complete applications will include a letter of application, vita, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, unofficial copies of transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references. 
Apply: submit application materials to: Environmental Scientist/Physical Geographer Search Committee, Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, Longwood University, 201 High Street, Farmville, VA 23909.
Email and fax submissions cannot be accepted.  Review of applicants begins November 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.  Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Edward Kinman, Search Committee Chair, via email (kinmanel@longwood.edu).
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan.  EOE/AA (10/08/09).
DEC 09-156

VIRGINIA, NORFOLK.
Old Dominion University invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor in its Geography Program to begin in August 2010.  The Program is seeking an Environmental Geographer with geospatial technology skills to teach introductory environmental geography and to develop upper-division courses in areas of specialization.  A regional specialization beyond North America (especially Asia and/or Latin America) will be considered an advantage. Applicants must have effective communication skills, evidence of a long-term research agenda, and a strong commitment to undergraduate education.  PhD in Geography is required by time of appointment (8-15-10).  For more information on the geography program see http://al.odu.edu/pols-geog/academics/geog/.
Apply: Submit a letter explaining your interest in the position, a CV, available evidence of teaching excellence, copies of recent publications, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Jonathan Leib, Chair, Geography Search Committee, Department of Political Science and Geography, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529-0088. Email:  jleib@odu.edu.
Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and requires compliance with the Immigration, Reform and Control Act of 1986.
OCT 09-120

WASHINGTON, BOTHELL.
Assistant Professor, Geographic Analysis and Visualization. Tenure-track, one full-time position. The Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Program at the University of Washington Bothell seeks a dynamic educator who can integrate teaching, research, and practice in geographic analysis and representation, including GIS, across diverse fields of study.  Two-years teaching experience and PhD required at time of appointment. 
For more information, see http://www.washington.edu/admin/acadpers/ads/aa2379.html, or e-mail the search committee chair, Professor David Stokes, at dstokes@uwb.edu.  Preferred deadline: October 23, 2009.  This position is contingent upon available funding.  University of Washington faculty members engage in teaching, research and service. 
The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  We are particularly interested in faculty who contribute to diversifying the undergraduate and graduate curricula.
OCT 09-114

WASHINGTON, ELLENSBURG.
The Geography Department at Central Washington University invites applications for a tenure-track Biogeographer position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level beginning mid-September 2010. Applicants are required to hold a PhD in geography or closely allied field at time of appointment, and have expertise in biogeography or landscape ecology with an emphasis on Western North American ecosystems.
Teaching responsibilities include introductory physical geography, and advanced courses in biogeography and geotechniques. Preference will be given to candidates with: 1) teaching and research interests in biogeography/landscape ecology with application to management of western North American ecosystems; 2) expertise and ability to teach courses in applied field and lab techniques; 3) commitment to high quality undergraduate and graduate teaching with potential for field-based curriculum; 4) ability to involve undergraduates and graduates in research while complementing existing departmental strengths; and 5) demonstrated potential for scholarly contributions and securing grant/contract funding. 
Apply: Please submit application online at: https://jobs.cwu.edu. Screening begins January 15, 2010. 
CWU is an AA/EEO/Title IX Institution.
DEC 09-173

WISCONSIN, MADISON.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) position with a specialization in Hmong Studies or related highland societies in Southeast Asia and/or adjacent regions. Appointment to begin August 2010. PhD required.
Previous teaching experience at the college/university level desirable but not required. Duties include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, conduct scholarly research in area of expertise, and perform university and professional service as appropriate. The successful candidate will be expected to do collaborative work in the Center for Southeast Studies and participate in program activities. The tenure home for the appointment will reside in a department appropriate to the candidate’s discipline, i.e., social sciences or arts and humanities. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2009. 
Apply: applications and three letters of reference, in PDF format, should be sent via email to: Dr. Michael Cullinane at mmcullin@wisc.edu and Professor Kris Olds at kolds@wisc.edu. 
For additional information, see http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_062881.html and http://hmongstudiesmadison.wordpress.com/.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and minorities to apply.  A criminal background check may be required prior to employment. 
NOV 09-135

WISCONSIN, OSHKOSH. 
The Department of Geography and Urban Planning invites applications of Urban/Regional Planners with strong background in Geography or alternatively Geographers with strong background in Urban/Regional Planning for tenure-track Assistant Professor position.  PhD in Urban/Regional Planning, Geography, or related discipline required.  Additional interest in GIS/Remote Sensing and/or Economic Geography or Urban/Regional Economics is desirable.  Teaching responsibilities include courses in Urban/Regional Planning and courses based on departmental needs and candidate’s area of expertise.  Preference will be given to candidates with record of excellence in teaching and scholarship.  The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research record, pursue extramural funding, and advise students. 
Apply: Send letter of application, CV, transcripts (photocopies acceptable), 3 current letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching and research quality to: Personnel Committee Chair, Department of Geography & Urban Planning, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI 54901-8642. 
Application deadline January 15, 2010.  Employment requires criminal background check.  AA/EOE.
NOV 09-129

WISCONSIN, PLATTEVILLE.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Geography Program invites applications for a tenure track position in Environmental Geography (either physical or cultural emphasis) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The position will begin in August of 2010 and be at the Assistant Professor rank. Successful candidates will be expected to teach introductory environmental geography and GIS courses, as well as upper level undergraduate courses in their area of specialization.
UWP Geography has a strong tradition of providing field experiences and mentoring undergraduate research. The ideal candidate will plan to continue those traditions in environmental geography and/or GIS. In addition, UWP requires scholarly activity and university and community service for retention and tenure.  Qualifications for the position include: 1) PhD in Geography completed with transcripts no later than January 1, 2011; 2) specialization in Environmental Geography and GIS; 3) prior teaching and research experience in geography; 4) a commitment to or experience with undergraduate field-based research; and 5) a demonstrated commitment to or experience with racially diverse populations.
Review of applications will begin December 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application including statements regarding their teaching philosophy and experience with or commitment to diversity, a current vita, and letters of recommendation from three references.  Applications by e-mail are strongly discouraged. 
Apply: Application materials should be sent to Dr. J. Elmo Rawling 3rd, Chair, Search and Screen Committee, Department of Social Sciences/Geography, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI 53818.  For more information contact Dr Rawling at rawlingj@uwplatt.edu or (608) 342-1680.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, seeks to build a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women and persons of color.  The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request.  Employment will require a criminal background check and a formal transcript.
NOV 09-133

WYOMING, LARAMIE.
The University of Wyoming (UW) invites application for an Assistant Research Scientist academic professional in the area of Ecological Informatics. This is a new position designed to build expertise across campus in both ecoinformatics and relevant disciplinary specialty as part of a university-wide ecology initiative supported by the NSF Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research. Research support and research responsibilities shall include: 1) improving access to ecological data, information and computational services through data acquisition, data integration, and management activities; 2) developing and implementing analytic procedures, algorithms, modeling techniques and workflows; and 3) participation in the development of collaborative initiatives and programs between WyGISC, the UW Program in Ecology and the UW Department of Geography.
Minimum qualifications include: Postgraduate degree in an appropriate environmental science field, emphasizing work with large environmental databases or, a postgraduate informatics degree with relevant ecology experience; Demonstrated knowledge of both fundamental and advanced concepts in informatics and informatics research; Demonstrated technical skills in: database development & management or software application programming; Two years relevant experience working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team research environment.
Preferred qualifications include: Knowledge of state-of-the-art research and development in the field of ecoinformatics, including ecology-specific data collection techniques, metadata implementation, distributed sensor system and computing infrastructures, and workflow application development; Successful teaching and outreach experience related to ecological informatics; Knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles in geographic information science; Advanced expertise in one or more of the following areas: distributed computing and data management, data mining and knowledge discovery, spatiotemporal analysis and modeling, information visualization, scientific workflow design and implementation.
Required application materials include the following: a brief cover letter indicating your interest in being considered and summarizing your qualifications for the position; a current curriculum vitae; and a two to three page statement relating your professional goals and experiences to the position and your view on how the position could support and advance ecology and geographic information science at the University of Wyoming.
Applicants are encouraged to explore background information on WyGISC, the Department of Geography, and the interdisciplinary Program in Ecology as well as other relevant programs on campus (see http://www.uwyo.edu/wygisc, http://www.uwyo.edu/PIE and http://www.uwyo.edu/geog).
Apply: Applicants should submit all materials as PDF-format file attachments via e-mail with “ECOINFORMATICS POSITION” in the subject heading, and arrange for submittal of three reference letters (with phone and e-mail contact info) in the same manner to: Steven Prager (Email: sdprager@uwyo.edu), Search Committee Chair, UW Department of Geography.
Screening of applicants will begin on January 8, 2010.
The University of Wyoming is a Carnegie Foundation Research Extensive Institution, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
DEC 09-171

INTERNATIONAL

CANADA, BURNABY.

Simon Fraser University, Department of Geography, Physical Geography: Atmospheric Science. The Department of Geography at Simon Fraser University, in Burnaby, British Columbia, invites applications for a tenure track faculty appointment in Meteorology/Climatology. We seek a physical scientist with research interests in atmospheric or climate science. Links to other branches of physical geography/earth system science, and the human impacts of climate change are desirable. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin September 1, 2010. For further application details please visit www.sfu.ca/geography/Employment.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and, persons with disabilities.
Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competition will be collected. For further details see the Collection Notice: www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/Faculty_Openings/Collection_Notice.html.
NOV 09-131

CANADA, CALGARY.
Mount Royal University. Job Title: Assistant Professor, General Science. Competition Number: 6245BA. Position Type: Tenure Track Assistant Professor. Department: Earth Sciences. Competition Closes: March 30, 2010. Visit our web site at mtroyal.ca/EmploymentCareers for additional information.
Mount Royal University. Job Title: Assistant Professor, Earth Science. Competition Number: 6246BA. Position Type: Tenure Track. Department: Earth Sciences. Competition Closes: March 30, 2010. Visit our web site at mtroyal.ca/EmploymentCareers for additional information.
Mount Royal University. Job Title: Assistant Professor, Physical Geography. Competition Number: 6247BA. Position Type: Tenure Track. Department: Earth Sciences. Competition Closes: November 15, 2009. Visit our web site at mtroyal.ca/EmploymentCareers for additional information.
NOV 09-132

CANADA, LONDON.
The University of Western Ontario, Director of the Center for Environment and Sustainability. Environment and sustainability constitute an interdisciplinary area at The University of Western Ontario, with principal participation from the Faculties of Science, Engineering, and Social Science. An ongoing major initiative is the establishment of a centre for research and teaching in environment and sustainability. The University of Western Ontario now invites applications or nominations for a senior-level faculty appointment as the first Director of the Centre for Environment and Sustainability (CES).
The selected candidate will be appointed with tenure either as Professor or Associate Professor in an appropriate academic Department. The initial term of the Directorship will be for a period of 5 years. The starting date will be July 1, 2010 or thereafter.
The Faculty of Science (home page www.uwo.ca/sci) is host Faculty for the Centre, and the Faculty of Engineering (www.eng.uwo.ca) and the Faculty of Social Science (www.ssc.uwo.ca) are designated Participating Faculties. It is anticipated the appointment will be made in one of the departments in the Faculties of Science, Engineering, or Social Science. The Director will be expected to lead a vigorous and internationally competitive research program, to supervise graduate and undergraduate student research, and to participate in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  In addition, a significant portion of effort will be directed to leading, developing, and administering the Centre for Environment and Sustainability. A description of the Centre, program details, and other information can be found on the CES web site (www.uwo.ca/enviro/index.htm). The Director will be expected to coordinate and accelerate the development of comprehensive environment and sustainability programs in research, undergraduate education, and graduate studies at Western, to raise the profile of the Centre within Canada, and to advance the University’s growth in internationalization by fostering collaborative international research and international student experiences in the area of environment and sustainability.
Applications are invited from all interested and qualified individuals. The successful candidate must have an excellent research record in a relevant area and demonstrate the high level of vision, leadership and resourcefulness appropriate to the position of Director.
Apply: candidates should submit a statement of interest and intent, curriculum vitae, research plan, teaching dossier, and the names, addresses of at least three referees to: Professor David M. Wardlaw, Dean, Faculty of Science, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada.
Consideration of applications will begin on November 15, 2009. This position is subject to budgetary approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
NOV 09-130

CANADA, MONTREAL.
McGill University, Department of Geography and School of Environment. Applications are invited for a joint tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Geography and the McGill School of Environment in Urban Ecology/Sustainability beginning on July 1, 2010. Urbanization is one of the primary processes responsible for global transformation of ecosystems and landscapes. A grand challenge of our times is to build knowledge of how urban places can be transformed to support human development in ways that sustain bio-physical environments, knowledge that is of critical importance given the current trajectory of global climate change.
The person who fills this position will conduct research that contributes to our understanding of how complex urban systems respond to, and in turn drive, environmental perturbations across scales from the local to global. The person would have expertise in ecology and sustainability, and in innovative approaches to achieving a sustainable interface between the urban setting and the non-urban environment.
This position will provide an important addition for undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the School of Environment (http://www.mcgill.ca/mse ) and the Department of Geography (http://www.geog.mcgill.ca ), and has the potential to contribute to programs in Sustainability Science and Urban Systems. There would also be potential interactions with other Departments with interests in the environment, such as Biology, Natural Resource Sciences, and the School of Urban Planning.
Applicants must possess a PhD or expect to graduate by summer 2010, and have demonstrated excellence in research, teaching and communication. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate may be nominated for a Canada Research Chair in the NSERC area.
Apply: Candidates should ensure that their curriculum vitae, statements of teaching specializations and research interests, up to three reprints, and letters from three referees are sent to the following address: Dr. Tim Moore, Chair, Department of Geography, Dr. Marilyn Scott, Director, McGill School of Environment, McGill University, 805 Sherbrooke Street, West Montreal, Québec, Canada, H3A 2K6. Phone: 514 398-4112, Fax: 514 398-7437, Email: recruit.geog@mcgill.ca .
The review of applications will begin November 1, 2009 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
McGill University is committed to equity in employment and diversity. It welcomes applications from indigenous peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities and others who may contribute to further diversification. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
SEP 09-105

CANADA, TORONTO.
The Faculty of Arts and Science of the University of Toronto invite applications and nominations for the Dr. David Chu Professorship in Asia Pacific Studies. This is an endowed chair and an academic appointment at the level of Associate or Full Professor.  The appointment will be effective July 1, 2010.
The Dr. David Chu Professor will be an internationally recognized scholar with a distinguished record of publication in contemporary Asia-Pacific studies with preference given to a scholar with a working knowledge of one or more Asian languages. Bridging disciplinary boundaries, the chairholder will be responsible for continued development and support of teaching and research in Asia Pacific Studies, joining a strong group of scholars committed to the study of this region. A demonstrated commitment to excellent undergraduate teaching and graduate education is required. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Further information about Asia Pacific Studies, the Asian Institute and Chu Program can be obtained at the following: www.utoronto.ca/ai.
This is a tenured appointment within the Faculty of Arts and Science, to be held within one of the departments of Anthropology, East Asian Studies, Economics, Geography and Program in Planning, History, Political Science, or Sociology.
Apply: Applicants should send curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of three referees by the deadline of October 30, 2009, addressed to: Professor Robert Baker, Vice-Dean, Research and Graduate Programs, Faculty of Arts and Science, University of Toronto, 100 St. George Street, Room 2005, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 1A1, CANADA.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applicants from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
OCT 09-125-1

ISRAEL, JERUSALEM.
The Department of Geography at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel invites applications for a tenure-track position in geography, starting July 1, 2010. Priority will be given to applicants in all fields of Human Geography. However, outstanding applicants in others sub-fields will also be considered.
Applicants must hold a PhD degree at the time of hire, be committed to teaching excellence, and be able to demonstrate an active research achievement during a post-doc tenure of at least one year spent at a leading university, indicating the potential for outstanding scholarship. The person hired will teach introductory and advanced courses in geography and in areas of their specialization. He/she will also be expected to participate in the departmental and university service. Ability to teach in Hebrew is required (in exceptional cases, successful candidates will be expected to teach courses in Hebrew within a few years of their arrival).
Appointment procedures will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Hebrew University and are subject to the approval of the university authorities. The university is not obliged to appoint any of the candidates who apply for the position.
Send the following materials by October 1, 2009 to ensure full consideration:
curriculum vitae (including e-mail address) and list of publications (please present books, articles in refereed journals, chapters in books, other publications, as separate items); names, addresses and email addresses of three referees; scientific biography outlining research and teaching interests and research plans for the forthcoming years; list of required and elective courses able to teach; a letter of application stating your willingness to take the position, starting July 2010; copies of up to 4 recently published articles. All the above material should be submitted in both electronic and hard copy form.
Apply: applications should be sent to: Professor Rehav Rubin, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Geography, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem 91905, Israel.
For inquiries please contact Prof. Rubin, Tel: +972 2 5883019, Email: meitalo@savion.huji.ac.il.
SEP 09-096-1

NEW ZEALAND, WELLINGTON.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Human Geography. School of Geography, Environment & Earth Sciences
Wellington, NZ. Victoria University is seeking a Human Geographer (economic and/or population) to join our leading research and teaching programme (ranked first in New Zealand in the 2006 national PBRF research assessment round).
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Human Geography, or closely related discipline and will have an internationally-recognised publication record as well as a proven track record of high quality teaching and supervision. We will actively consider junior applicants who have already begun to establish a strong research record.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and/or coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate Human Geography courses, supervise postgraduate students and contribute to the effective functioning of the programme.
Reference A249-09Q. Applications close October 31, 2009.    
For further information and to apply online visit http://vacancies.vuw.ac.nz.
NOV 09-136-W-0

SWITZERLAND, ZURICH.
The Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering (D-BAUG) at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology invites applications for a Professorship in Spatial Information Engineering. The professorship carries out research in spatial information technologies and spatial data modelling with a focus on new semantic models. Further research activities cover the conception and development of embedded technology relying on spatial information, e.g. for mobile and navigation devices, and of processing of data generated by sensor networks. The professorship is involved in the emerging development of national and transnational geo-data infrastructures and related geo-data processing services. Another field of interest is the development of new generic con­cepts, algorithms and methods for processing, and analysis of spatial information in areas such as environmental and infrastructure monitoring, risk analysis, and social sciences.
The successful candidate holds a PhD degree, preferably in Geomatics/Geodesy or in related fields, and has postdoctoral and/or industry/agency experience in Spatial Information Engi­neering. He or she should have a record of outstanding scientific achievements and present a well-developed, novel, and creative research program as well as being clearly committed to research in an interdisciplinary environment. Cooperation with national and international in­dustrial partners and other organizations is also important. The new professor will be expected to teach undergraduate level courses (German or English) and graduate level courses (English).
Apply: please submit your application with a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a table of per­formed projects, and an outline of future teaching and research plans to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Ralph Eichler, Raemistrasse 101, 8092 Zurich, Switzerland, no later than November 30, 2009.
With a view towards increasing the proportion of female profes­sors, ETH Zurich specifically encourages female candidates to apply.
SEP 09-106

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, ABU DHABI.
New York University is establishing a campus in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and invites applications for one or more faculty positions at any level (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor) in a multidisciplinary program called Urbanization.
We encourage applicants from any of the social sciences (economics, political science, sociology, anthropology, human geography), urban policy or planning. We are particularly interested in applicants with a global or comparative focus.  The terms of employment are competitive compared to U.S. benchmarks and include housing and educational subsidies for children.  Faculty may also spend time at NYU in New York and at its other global campuses.  The appointment might begin as soon as September 1, 2010, or could be delayed until September 1, 2011.
NYU Abu Dhabi will be a partner campus of NYU, consisting of a highly selective liberal arts and sciences college, distinctive graduate programs, and a world-class Institute for advanced research, scholarship, and creative work.  NYU Abu Dhabi is recruiting faculty of exceptional quality in teaching and professional accomplishment who will work closely with NYU colleagues. It will offer undergraduate and graduate degrees, and extraordinary opportunities for research and for creative work across the Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, and Engineering. It will have the resources and commitment to become a leading center of intellectual pursuit, collaboration and impact.
NYU New York and NYU Abu Dhabi will be integrally connected, together forming the foundation of a unique global network university, actively linked to NYU’s study and research sites on five continents.  NYU Abu Dhabi's first class of students will arrive in fall 2010; its research and public programs have commenced this fall.
The review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009.  Applicants need to submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, representative publications and three letters of reference in PDF form to be considered.
Apply: Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/human.resources/open.positions.html for instructions and other information on how to apply. If you have any questions, please e-mail nyuad.urbanization@nyu.edu.
            NYU Abu Dhabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
NOV 09-137