Assistant Professor – Environmental Geoscientist, Department of
Geosciences and Watershed Studies Institute (WSI), Murray State
University. Tenure track position to begin August 2010. The Department
of Geosciences offers undergraduate degrees with options in
environmental geology, geographic information science, geoarchaeology,
and earth science. The department’s Masters programs focus on
Geographical Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing of natural
resources, and archaeological information systems. WSI is an
interdisciplinary research and education unit studying watershed
ecosystems and offering Masters degrees in Watershed Science. Both the
department and WSI are enhanced by the research capabilities of the
Mid-America Remote Sensing Center.
Qualifications: Ph.D. required. ABDs with a documented plan of
completion by appointment date will be considered; postdoctoral
experience preferred. Excellent teaching skills including use of
modern classroom technologies required. Candidates must demonstrate
research potential in an Environmental Geosciences area compatible
with both the Department of Geosciences and WSI as evidenced by
publications or other scholarly activity. Experience in remote sensing
and/or GIS methodologies preferred. Responsibilities: Teach
introductory courses in geosciences and upper-level courses in the
candidate’s area of expertise. Conduct research, acquire external
funding, and supervise student research at both the undergraduate and
graduate levels. This position is research intensive and carries a
reduced teaching load. Application Deadline: April 16, 2010.
To Apply: Visit murraystatejobs.com For more information contact
Search Committee Chair at: 270-809-2847 or george.kipp...@murraystate.edu
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State
University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA
employer.
