Tenure-track position as Assistant Professor available August 22, 2008.  The department seeks a human/urban geographer with an emphasis on the applications of geographic information systems, especially having expertise in ESRI software.    Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in GIS and human/urban geographies. Minimum qualifications:  Ph.D. in geography or closely related disciplines.  ABD in these fields will be considered but Ph.D. must be completed by August 1, 2008.  Expertise in GIS especially in ESRI software; demonstrated commitment to quality teaching, research, service, and evidence of scholarly productivity. 

Preferred qualifications:  experience in incorporating geospatial techniques and customization of GIS applications; experience in seeking external grants; teaching interest in urban geography and North America.  Competitive salary and benefits package.

Send letter of application, including statement of teaching interests; curriculum vitae; copies of publications and grants; copies of transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references to: 

Dr. Kevin Turcotte, Chairperson
Search Committee
Department of Geography
Ball State University
Muncie, IN  47306 
Tel:  765.285.1776; Email:  turk@bsu.edu

Official transcripts will be required upon employment.  Deadline to receive complete materials is February 26, 2008.  www.bsu.edu/geography

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