UTK Geography is hiring an Assistant Professor of Geography & Sustainability

August 29, 2023

UTK Geography is hiring an Assistant Professor of Geography & Sustainability

Apply Now: apply.interfolio.com/130518

The Department of Geography & Sustainability at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a broadly trained natural scientist with research expertise and teaching interests in water resources at the intersection of sustainability and physical geography for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting 1 August 2024. We seek a scholar with interests in field work and in community-based or stakeholder-driven research aimed at local or regional impacts on the sustainability of water as a vital resource. The successful candidate will join a dynamic department characterized by mutual support and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a strong program of water-related research and publication in Physical Geography and Sustainability, and to develop a robust, externally funded research portfolio that advances the candidate’s research as well as the mission of the Department of Geography & Sustainability. The successful candidate will provide support to our Physical Geography and Sustainability programs by teaching engaged undergraduate and graduate courses (3–4 courses/year), and taking an active role in bringing currency and creativity to curriculum development. They will also provide service to the department, university, and discipline. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students. UTK is a land-grant university and values engaged forms of research/scholarship/creative activity, teaching and service, and considers evidence of these commitments in the records of applicants. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Geography or related field at the time of appointment.

The Department of Geography & Sustainability occupies the Burchfiel Geography Building at the heart of the Knoxville campus. The department consists of 24 full-time faculty committed to maintaining teaching and research excellence in human geography, physical geography, sustainability, and GIScience. The department also has a student-centered, award-winning program of academic excellence supporting approximately 45 graduate students (MS and PhD), and 180 undergraduate students majoring in Geography (BA), Sustainability (BA), or Geographic Information Science and Technology (BS). To learn more about the department, visit: https://geography.utk.edu.

The University of Tennessee in Knoxville is the flagship educational institution in the State of Tennessee. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of outdoor and cultural activities. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains. Knoxville has a metropolitan population of 850,000 people, and the region houses many leading science agencies, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and the Tennessee Valley Authority.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications: The candidate must be a natural scientist with water-related research and have earned a PhD in Geography or related field by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications: Interests in field work and community-based or stakeholder-driven research.

Application Instructions
Candidates should apply through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/130518, providing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two separate statements on Research and Teaching. In addition to addressing their qualifications for the position in their application, candidates may describe how they would help promote students’ access to and inclusion in their teaching and research/scholarship/creative activities. Candidates must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent by the deadline. All inquiries should be directed to Dr. Sally Horn, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geography & Sustainability, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-0925 (shorn@utk.edu). To ensure full consideration, all materials, including references, should be submitted by 25 September 2023. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

UTK Geography is hiring a GIS Lab Manager

August 7, 2023

UTK Geography is hiring a GIS Lab Manager

GIS Lab Manager – Department of Geography & Sustainability

Apply online

https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=23000001O5 

Job Family

Research Laboratory/Facility Management 2

Market Range

MR10

Description

The Department of Geography & Sustainability at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) is searching for a full-time GIS Lab Manager. The GIS Lab Manager provides managerial and technical support for both the daily operations of the GIS Lab and is responsible for long-term strategic planning of lab facilities and resources. The GIS Lab Manager provides consultation and advice to researchers and instructors and collaborates with faculty and students in research and instruction using lab facilities and resources. Departmental facilities include three labs for teaching and multiple labs for computing research, containing 60 computers with GIS and data analytics software, LiDAR (FARO x330, FARO x120, and Leica C10), GPS (Trimble and Emlid), and UAVs (DJI, Parrot Multispectral, and others).

The Department of Geography & Sustainability is a diverse department with 24 faculty, 40 graduate students, and over 200 undergraduate students. UTK is a large and dynamic research university in Knoxville, Tennessee, and the flagship public university in the state. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem surrounded by eight gorgeous lakes, with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene including internationally recognized festivals, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural and outdoor activities. UTK is located within easy driving distance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, and Cincinnati. It is only a day’s drive to Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C. Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages GIS/Remote Sensing computer labs and facilities
• Manages departmental computer infrastructure and technology
• Provides consultation and advice to faculty and students about geospatial technologies for research and instruction

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering, geography/GIS, or related fields and 4 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience OR a master’s degree in computer science/engineering, geography/GIS, or related fields and 1 year of relevant, progressively responsible experience
• Thorough knowledge of general computer hardware (e.g., workstation, server) and software
• Familiar with Microsoft products, GIS and remote sensing software
• Geospatial database management skills and discipline-specific experience necessary for installing, configuring, updating, and troubleshooting software platforms related to GIS, Remote Sensing, Spatial Analysis, Geo-visualization, Transportation, and Environmental Modelling
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to write articulate and exact documentation
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with departmental faculty, students, and staff, as well as university IT staff
• Organizational skills necessary for constructing schedules, inventorying equipment, and prioritizing work requests

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Three years of relevant, progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Demonstrated experience and success in coordinating GIS/Remote Sensing/Geospatial labs, particularly in university settings
• Demonstrated experience and success in maintaining, evaluating, and troubleshooting the performance of computer hardware, software, and Internet ports
• Familiarity with the computer research and teaching needs of faculty, particularly in Geography.

Application Process

Interested candidates should complete an online application. For full consideration, applicants should also submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and the name, e-mail address, and telephone number of three professional references. Please contact Prof. Qiusheng Wu  (qwu18@utk.edu) for additional questions. The review of applications will begin on August 4, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. We hope for a start date on or before September 1, 2023.

Post-Doctoral Research Associate – Statistics / Spatial Analysis

August 3, 2023

Post-Doctoral Research Associate – Statistics / Spatial Analysis

Job Ad (PDF)

Description

The Department of Geography & Sustainability at the University of Tennessee is seeking a postdoctoral research scholar to join our research team. This position is funded by the U.S. Forest Service and focuses on developing new techniques for generating reliable forest statistics in areas with limited sample sizes. The researcher will work in collaboration with Professor and Department Head Nicholas Nagle and scientists from the U.S. Forest Service to develop and test new statistical approaches that combine remote sensing, spatial data processing, and small-sample survey data to estimate forest attributes for small areas at regional and national scales. The researcher will also theoretically and empirically explore the properties of model-assisted survey estimators that use endogenous models, as well as contribute to the development of techniques for large, multivariate small area estimation problems.

 Responsibilities

– Conduct scientific research to advance the theory and application of national forest inventory (NFI)-based small area estimation (SAE) techniques

– Design and implement studies, analyze data, and author peer-reviewed publications

– Collaborate with a large, interdisciplinary network of researchers

– Communicate research findings to a variety of audiences, including academic peers, government researchers and staff, and practitioners

– Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students in research methods and techniques

– Participate in grant proposal writing and other fundraising efforts

 Qualifications

– A PhD in statistics, geography/GIS, or a related field (degree must have been completed in the last five years)

– Demonstrated publication record

– Experience in one or more of: statistical analysis of complex surveys, mathematical statistics, spatial data science, R Shiny app development

– Proficiency in data analysis in the R statistical environment. Experience with data analysis in Python is desirable.

– Strong written and verbal communication skills

– Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with group members

– Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail

 Salary

The salary range for this position is $55,000-$60,000 depending on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications. This is a regular, full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track staff position with full benefits. The position is for two years, conditional on satisfactory performance after one year.

 Location

The University of Tennessee in Knoxville is the flagship educational institution in the State of Tennessee. The Department of Geography & Sustainability has its own modern building at the heart of campus, with an office for the post-doctoral scholar. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of outdoor and cultural activities. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta and the Great Smoky Mountains. Knoxville has a metropolitan population of 850,000 people, and the region houses many leading science agencies, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and the U.S. Forest Service Southern Research Station.

 How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply at https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=23000001FZ

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, sample published manuscript, and contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s research skills and experiences. Review of applications will begin July 21, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. For questions, contact Dr. Nicholas Nagle at nnagle@utk.edu

 Proposed Start Date: September 1, 2023 or as soon as possible.

 

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Physical Geography

August 27, 2021

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Physical Geography

Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/90587

Description (PDF)

The Department of Geography at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a broadly-trained Physical Geographer with a specialization in Environmental Change in the Common Era for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting 1 August 2022. We seek a scholar with research specialization on using natural archives, such as tree rings, sediments, or soils, to understand changes in climate or the biosphere over the last two millennia of accelerated human impact on the environment. We are particularly interested in a scholar who will help broaden student participation in field experiences, and whose research complements departmental strengths in climate and long-term environmental change. The successful candidate will join a dynamic department characterized by mutual support and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a strong program of research and publication in Physical Geography and their field of specialization, and to develop a robust, externally funded research portfolio that advances the candidate’s research as well as the mission of the Department of Geography. The successful candidate will provide support to our Physical Geography program by enthusiastically teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in physical geography (3–4 courses/year), and taking an active role in bringing currency and creativity to curriculum development. The successful candidate will also demonstrate an ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students and to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University and the department, as set out in the department’s diversity action plan: https://geography.utk.edu/diversity.

The Department of Geography occupies the Burchfiel Geography Building at the heart of the Knoxville campus. The department consists of 20 full-time faculty committed to maintaining teaching and research excellence in human geography, physical geography, and GIScience. The department also has a student-centered, award-winning program of academic excellence supporting approximately 40 graduate students (MS and PhD), and 110 undergraduate students majoring in Geography (BA), Sustainability (BA), or Geographic Information Science and Technology (BS). The department has well-outfitted labs for research in physical geography, including labs for preparing, imaging, and analyzing tree-ring samples and an extensive wood collection. To learn more about the department, visit: http://geography.utk.edu.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Geography or related field at the time of appointment.

Application Instructions

Please apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/90587. Complete applications will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three separate statements on Research, Teaching, and Contribution to Diversity, and three letters of reference sent by the deadline. Diversity statements should include your planned or existing contributions to diversity in research, teaching and/or service. We encourage women and people from underrepresented groups to apply. All inquiries should be directed to Dr. Kelsey Ellis, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geography, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-0925 (ellis@utk.edu). To ensure full consideration, all materials, including references, should be submitted by 27 September 2021. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.

GIST Lecturer Position at UTK Geography for 2021-2022

June 3, 2021

GIST Lecturer Position at UTK Geography for 2021-2022

Lecturer Position at the University of Tennessee Knoxville for 2021-2022 (PDF)

Description: 

The Department of Geography at The University of Tennessee Knoxville invites applications for a one-year appointment for a Lecturer in Geographic Information Science & Technology (GIS&T), with the possibility for renewal. The instructor will be expected to teach lower and upper division courses in GIS&T using both in-person and fully online delivery modes. Candidates with experience in engaging GIS&T students with local communities are especially encouraged to apply. The position comes with a faculty office in the Burchfiel Geography Building, use of a laptop computer, access to department research labs, and funds for conference travel. The salary for this position is $45,000 and the position includes benefits. The appointment is for one-year with the possibility of renewal.

The Department of Geography at the University of Tennessee maintains expertise in human geography, physical geography and GIS&T, and offers BA degrees in both Geography and Sustainability, as well as MS and PhD degrees in Geography. Starting in Fall 2021, a BS degree in Geographic Information Science & Technology will be offered.

Requirements: 

The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. by August 1, 2021, ability to teach the courses above, and some teaching experience. The candidate must be able to physically relocate to Knoxville, TN.

To apply: 

Please contact Liem Tran (ltran1@utk.edu) to apply or for more information. Please send a cv, a cover letter that describes your interest in the position and teaching experience, evidence of past teaching ability/experience (such as syllabi or evaluations), and the names and email addresses of two or three references. Review of applications will begin June 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Lecturer Position at UTK Geography for 2021-2022

May 1, 2021

Lecturer Position at UTK Geography for 2021-2022

Lecturer Position at the University of Tennessee Knoxville for 2021-2022 (PDF)

Description:

The Department of Geography at The University of Tennessee Knoxville invites applications for a one-year appointment for a Lecturer in physical geography. Teaching responsibilities for the fall 2021 semester consist of two lecture sections of Geography 131: Climate, Weather, and Climate Change; and Geography 331: Natural Hazards. Spring 2022 teaching will consist of a repeat of 131 and 331, and two courses to be determined with consideration of the lecturer’s areas of specialty within physical geography. A centralized course design and teaching materials will be provided for 131 and 331. The position comes with a faculty office in the Burchfiel Geography Building, use of a laptop computer, access to department research labs, and funds for conference travel. The salary for this position is $45,000 and the position includes benefits.

Requirements:

The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. by August 1, 2021, ability to teach the courses above, and some teaching experience.

To apply:

Please contact Sally Horn (shorn@utk.edu) to apply or for more information. Please send a cv, a cover letter that describes your interest in the position and teaching experience, evidence of past teaching ability/experience (such as syllabi or evaluations), and the names and email addresses of two or three references. Review of applications will begin May 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Department Head Search

January 25, 2021

Department Head Search

POSITION ADVERTISEMENT (PDF)

INTERNAL SEARCH

TENNESSEE, KNOXVILLE 37996-0925. The Department of Geography at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks a Professor and Head, to begin on June 1, 2021. Applicants must have the rank of full professor with tenure in the Department of Geography, leadership experience, an active research program, and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate education along with public outreach. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity, intercultural, and social justice goals of the University. The successful candidate will facilitate and strengthen a vision for the Geography and its different programs as well as broaden the Department’s participation at the campus, discipline, and community levels. The candidate is encouraged to consider aligning the department vision with the implementation of VolVision 2020 (http://top25.utk.edu/vol-vision-2020), including the strategic priorities in undergraduate education, graduate education, research, scholarship, creative activities and engagement, faculty and staff, resources and infrastructure, as well as diversity and inclusion.

The Department of Geography occupies the Burchfiel Geography Building at the heart of the Knoxville campus. The department consists of 14 full-time faculty, approximately 60 graduate students (MS and PhD), and 100 undergraduate majors, and is committed to maintaining research and teaching excellence in human geography, physical geography, GIScience, and sustainability. The department also participates in interdisciplinary degree programs in computational science, water resources, and environmental policy. To learn more about the department, visit: http://geography.utk.edu.

Interested applicants should send a letter of application and a curriculum vitae and arrange to have three letters of reference to be sent to Richard Pacelle, Search Committee Chair, via email and in care of Pam Sharpe (psharpe@utk.edu). Review of applications will begin February 21, 2021, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.