The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences at Concord University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physical Geography and Geospatial Sciences. We seek an interdisciplinary scientist to join our Environmental Geosciences program, engaging with program majors and supporting a diverse range of students across disciplines, including education, computer science, data analytics, and the University General Education Program. The Department offers a B.S. degree program in Environmental Geosciences in collaboration with geologists, and a GIS User Certificate.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching online and face-to-face classes, including:
•Introductory courses, such as Humans and the Environment and Digital Earth.
•Upper-level courses, such as GIS, Remote Sensing Applications, and at least one advanced course in physical geography, with a preference for expertise in surficial process, natural hazards, or water resources.
The Department values and actively supports innovative teaching and undergraduate research. While the position is primarily teaching-focused, the faculty member will also supervise undergraduate research, fostering student engagement in applied and interdisciplinary projects. Other duties include Departmental and University service, community outreach, and supervision of the geospatial sciences laboratory.
A Ph.D. in geography or a closely related Earth and environmental sciences field is required (ABD candidates may be considered). Appointment at higher rank may be possible for well-qualified candidates.
The Department maintains a diverse array of instrumentation for teaching and undergraduate research, including a suite of instrumentation for analytical chemistry, and geoscience-focused equipment including: a dedicated spatial analysis classroom with an ESRI ArcGIS site license and other software, UAVs, field geophysical equipment including GPR, stereo and polarizing microscopes, sample preparation facilities for Earth materials, XRD, XRF, and an electron microprobe (EPMA) as part of the Concord Materials and Rare Earth Elements Analysis Center. Department faculty lead or co-lead numerous externally funded projects and other collaborative initiatives in geosciences, physics, and chemistry funded by NSF and DoEd. The University has a U.S. DoEd McNair Scholars Program to support undergraduate research and pair students with faculty mentors. Departmental seed grants are available to initiate scholarship with students, and faculty development fund are available for conference travel.
Concord University is a public, primarily undergraduate institution with an enrollment of approximately 2000 students. The University is in a scenic, small-town setting in the southern West Virginia Appalachians with access to year-round outdoor recreation activities, including the newly created New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The geologic and environmental setting is an ideal natural laboratory for field teaching and research.
Concord has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and in that spirit seeks a broad representation of candidates including women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.concord.edu. Applicants should upload: (1) a cover letter specifically describing interest in teaching at a rural primarily undergraduate institution, (2) current curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching and research interests and philosophy, (4) unofficial transcripts, and (5) a list of three professional references with contact information including name, email address and phone number(s). Questions can be addressed to Dr. J. Allen, Chair, allenj@concord.edu.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Concord is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.