Geography Assistant Professor Position at Temple University

Temple University’s Department of Geography and Urban Studies (GUS) invites applications for three full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor positions for academic year 2013-2014. The initial appointment will be for one year only, but may be renewable, pending continued college-level funding and satisfactory performance. GUS (http://www.temple.edu/gus <http://www.temple.edu/gus> ) offers two interdisciplinary undergraduate majors in Geography and Urban Studies and Environmental Studies with approximately 250 majors. GUS also offers two graduate programs – an M.A. and a Ph.D. in Geography and Urban Studies. The positions are teaching intensive.

We seek instructors committed to undergraduate education who will be able to teach a combination of introductory and mid-level courses connected with a university-wide general education program and the two majors offered in our department. The successful candidates will be able to teach some combination of courses including: Digital Mapping, Introduction to Physical Geography, Sustainable Environments, Environment and Society, Geography of Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, Development and Globalization, Global Cities, and Introduction to Human
Geography, and coordinate an internship program. A Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Studies/Policy/Science, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Studies or a related field is required by the start of employment.

Please send a letter that addresses teaching and research interests, a copy of your most recent curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching excellence, and contact information for three references to Tycina Cousin, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Geography and Urban Studies, 308 Gladfelter Hall, Temple University (025-27), Philadelphia, PA  19122.  Electronic applications are required and should be sent to: tcousin@temple.edu <mailto:tcousin@temple.edu> . Review of applications will begin April 15, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and the University especially encourages applications from women and minorities.