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Colgate University
Description
The Geography Department at Colgate University invites applications for two (2) one-year visiting faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in Physical Geography and Human Geography, respectively, beginning fall semester 2020. Both candidates should be able to teach upper and lower division courses in their respective fields, and be able to contribute to the department’s methods electives and senior seminars. Completion of Ph.D. is expected prior to the time for hire. Successful candidates may be expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. The list of required application materials should include a cover letter, CV, diversity/inclusivity statement, and three letters of reference to be submitted directly through https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/15846 . All applications should describe in their application how their teaching and scholarship might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Review of applications will begin on February 14 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at www.upstatenyherc.org. It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having victims of domestic violence and stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Further information about the Geography Department can be found at http://www.colgate.edu/academics/departments-programs/department-geography
Middlebury College
Description
The Department of Geography invites applicants for a full-time tenure-track position beginning fall 2020. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Geography or related fields by the start of fall 2020. We seek candidates who can:
- contribute regularly to the teaching of our introductory GIS curriculum, and
- offer electives that complement our current course offerings in the candidate’s thematic, regional, and/or methodological areas of expertise. For example, we would welcome foci on the Global South and marginalized peoples, geographies of health and energy, and critical geography, but these are not exclusive - we are open to a wide array of areas of expertise.
For more information about Geography at Middlebury, please visit our departmental website at http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/geog. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 4.5 courses per year depending upon enrollments, contact hours, and labs. Candidates will also contribute regularly to the college-wide curriculum, including the first-year seminar program and winter term. Candidates should provide evidence of commitment to excellent teaching and scholarly potential.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Geography or related fields by the start of fall 2020.
Application Instructions
Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Through Interfolio submit: 1) a letter of application addressed to the search committee chair, Peter Nelson; 2) statement of teaching and research plans, 3) one-page statement on inclusion that addresses how your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or community service demonstrate a commitment to and/or evidence of engaging with issues of diversity and inclusion, 4) curriculum vitae, 5) names and contact information for three references whom we may contact for letters of recommendation. To apply for this position, go to http://apply.interfolio.com/66204. The application deadline is October 20, 2019.
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