Visiting Assistant Professor in Geography at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Position Details Req ID: req17604 Position Title: Visiting Assistant Professor in Geography Position Type: Faculty Position Number: AF9024 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: Geography Location Address: 337 Social Sciences & Humanities, Stillwater, OK 74078 Hiring Supervisor: Jonathon Comer, Ph.D. Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding): 0.00 - 0.00, Commensurate with education and experience Work Schedule: TBD Faculty Appt Period: 9 months Job Summary: The Department of Geography at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in Human-Environmental Geography and Mixed Methods beginning August 2024. OSU Geography is a doctoral-granting department housed in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) with 15 full-time faculty members, 50 undergraduate majors, and 30 graduate students. The Department offers undergraduate degrees in Geography, Geospatial Information Science, and Global Studies as well as graduate degrees (MS and PhD) in Geography. Oklahoma State University is a comprehensive, land-grant, Carnegie Tier 1 research institution with more than 24,000 students from all 50 states and more than 120 countries. Since 2010, OSU leads the nation among public land-grant colleges and universities for Native Americans who have completed degrees. It has also been nationally recognized for its commitment to diversity and service to veterans. OSU's attractive main campus is in Stillwater, a one-hour drive from either Oklahoma City or Tulsa. Stillwater has an historic downtown, regional airport with daily flights to/from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), highly rated public schools, and the newly opened McKnight Center for the Performing Arts. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must submit the following materials: (1) letter of application describing their teaching experience and interest in the position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy and teaching effectiveness (2 pages), and (4) contact information for three professional references. Candidates are also welcome to include evidence of teaching effectiveness, sample syllabi, or other relevant information.Review of applications will begin on April 30, 2024; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The position is contingent upon available funding. OSU is an AA/EEO/E-Verify Employer. Further information is available on the department website: http://www.geog.okstate.edu. Any questions may be directed to Dr. Carlos Cordova, Search Committee Chair, carlos.cordova@okstate.eduApply: http://apply.interfolio.com/144074https://apply.interfolio.com/144074 Education & Experience Position Qualifications: We seek candidates whose expertise supports our Geography and Global Studies degree programs, and our Geography graduate program. Possible courses at the undergraduate level may include Field Methods and Geodata Collection, Cultural Geography, and Intro to Physical Geography, and graduate seminars on Mixed Methods and Human Dimensions of Global Environmental Change. The ability to teach in-person and online is preferred. We seek candidates strongly committed to fostering inclusive learning environments, active pedagogy, and student success. Candidates must have a PhD in Geography or a closely related field by the time of appointment.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.