The Department of Geography at South Dakota State University seeks applications for a tenure-track position with a specialization in Physical Geography at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 22, 2018. This is a 9-month, full-time, benefit eligible position. The Department of Geography offers BS degrees in Geography and GISc, an MS in Geography, and faculty supervision of PhD students in the Geospatial Science program.

SDSU is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to and/or coordinate course offerings that address the experiences of underrepresented minorities in organizations. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Geography, or closely related field, by first day of employment;
• Ability to develop the department’s Physical Geography program and effectively teach the program’s undergraduate and graduate courses;
• Ability to teach introductory physical geography and in the candidate’s area of specialization;
• Ability to undertake collaborative research within the department and university;
• Ability to engage in Physical Geography at the national level;
• Ability to publish the results of original research in peer-reviewed journals, and develop an independent, externally-funded research program;
• Ability to use technology in managing and delivering educational programs;
• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to develop a field techniques course;
• Interest in helping to develop an Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) course and/or integrate Geographic Information Sciences into teaching and research.