Geography and the Environment Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor - Remote Sensing at University of Denver in Denver, Colorado

Job Description:

The Department of Geography and the Environment is a community of 17 faculty members, 75 graduate students, and over 300 undergraduate students. The department offers a PhD in geography, MA and MS degrees in geography and geographic information science (including an online MSGISc program), and undergraduate degrees in geography, environmental science, and geographic information science. In all areas of teaching, research, scholarship and service, the department is committed to the University's vision of "a great private university dedicated to the public good." We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. Visit the department website to learn more about the faculty, students, and degree programs.

DU and the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics are strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment of belonging for all. In alignment with this commitment and regardless of specialization, successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to integrate content, programming, processes, communication, and sentiments to build a welcoming community of learning for all, being conscious of individuals with historically minoritized identities. You can read more about DU's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion on the University's website.


Position Summary


The Department of Geography and the Environment is seeking a Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor for AY 2024-25 with expertise in remote sensing. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in introductory remote sensing (2-3 courses per year), advanced remote sensing, LiDAR theory and applications. In addition, other possible courses include geographical statistics, computer cartography, introduction to GIS, and introductory physical geography. Teaching load is six courses per year (two courses per quarter). Starting date is September 1, 2024. Applications should be submitted to www.du.edu/jobs. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Michael Keables, Search Committee Chair, mkeables@du.edu.


Essential Functions

• Teach the following courses: GEOG 3200: Remote Sensing (2-3 times per year); GEOG 3030: Advanced Remote Sensing; GEOG 3190: LiDAR: Theory and Applications. In addition, other possible courses include GEOG 2000: Geographic Statistics; GEOG 2020 Computer Cartography; GEOG 2100 Introduction to GIS: GEOG 1216-1218 Our Dynamic Earth.
• Hold a minimum of three office hours per week to meet with students.
• Attend department faculty meetings, colloquia, and social gatherings.
• Contribute to department service as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in remote sensing and geographic information science.
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced courses in remote sensing plus additional courses as needed.
• Ability to deliver courses in person.
• Familiarity with Canvas LMS is preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines for submission of course grades is essential.
• Ability to provide feedback to students regarding their progress in courses in a timely fashion.

Required Qualifications

• PhD degree in geography or related discipline
• Demonstration of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD degree in geography
• Prior teaching experience in the specific courses listed

Working Environment

Standard office environment.

Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.

Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.

Ability to sit or stand in front of a classroom for an extended period of time.

Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule


While the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).


Application Deadline


For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) June 5, 2024.



Special Instructions


Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.


Salary Grade Number:


The salary grade for the position is UC.



Salary Range:


The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.


Benefits:


The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.


Please include the following documents with your application:

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement.


All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.




Advertised: May 22, 2024
Applications close: June 05, 2024 Apply Now