Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Geography and Anthropology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside seeks applicants for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Geography and/or Anthropology, scheduled to start in the 2018-2019 academic year.

Responsibilities include teaching either introductory anthropology or introductory geography courses; GIS courses; as well as other courses as needed and in keeping with the applicant’s knowledge and competence.  This position will teach 24 credits annually (4/4 standard fall/spring course teaching load) in the Geography and Anthropology programs.  This position will teach classes in both the undergraduate and graduate programs as assigned by the Geography and Anthropology Department Chair.  Opportunities to teach additional courses in the summer and winterim semesters may be available in both programs for additional compensation depending upon the needs of the Geography and Anthropology Department.  The focus of this position is expected to establish and maintain an active research program in their field, either Anthropology or Geography, with emphasis on incorporating research into the classroom. In addition, the position will be expected to contribute service to UW-Parkside, the College of Social Sciences and Professional Studies, the Geography and Anthropology Department, their profession and community including advising students in the Geography or Anthropology programs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A Ph.D. in anthropology, Geography, or related discipline
• Expertise in and Ability to teach new and existing GIS courses
• Ability to teach introductory courses in either Anthropology or Human Geography

Preferred:

• Knowledge and ability to teach undergraduate courses in modern human biocultural diversity
• Teach Introduction to Culture and Environmental Sustainability
• Any of the following areas of expertise:
  • Climate Change
  • Medical Anthropology or Medical Geography
  • Ethnoecology

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and ability to teach introductory courses in Anthropology or in Human Geography
• Knowledge and ability to teach GIS
• Knowledge and ability to teach courses in the applicant’s area of expertise
• Knowledge and ability to conduct research and scholarly activities in the applicant’s area of expertise
• Knowledge and ability to teach and advise diverse and multicultural undergraduate students, with a high proportion of first generation college students
• The position is not responsible for money or university funds of accounts which hold financial information
• Ergonomic requirements:  sufficient mobility and dexterity to move around office, campus and community.  Ability to work with keyboard, mouse and monitor.  Ability to attend meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences.
• Equipment to be used on the job:  laptop or desktop computer, printer, copier, projector, telephone including voice mail and FAX

Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Teaching Geography and/or Anthropology courses; GIS courses; and other courses as needed and within the competency of the candidate
• Strong commitment to teaching and incorporating research experience into the classroom; experience in a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives
• Strong commitment to interacting with a diverse and multicultural population with a high proportion of first generation college students

Scholarly Research:

• Establish and maintain an active research program

Service:

• Service to the Geography and Anthropology Department, College of Social Sciences and Professional Studies, UW-Parkside, applicant’s profession, and to the community including advising students in the Geography or Anthropology programs

How to Apply:

Step 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants:  https://www.careers.wisconsin.edu  (Candidates NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System) – follow link then continue to STEP 2

Internal Applicants:  https://www.hrs.wisconsin.edu  (Candidates currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System) – follow link then under “Main Menu” choose:

• “Self Service”
• “Recruiting”
• “Careers”

Step 2: Under “Job Search” choose:

• “More Options”
• Job Opening ID: “13743”
• “Search”
• Select “Assistant Professor in Geography and/or Anthropology “
• Click “Apply Now”
• You must login before you can apply. Input your “User Name” and “Password” and select “Login”
• If you have not yet registered, click “Register Now” to begin the registration process

Step 3: Submit application materials:

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position
• Curriculum Vitae
• Reprints of selected research publications
• Teaching evaluations
• Names and current contact information of three professional references
• Transcripts (unofficial acceptable at application stage)

You must select “SUBMIT”, selecting “Save” will not forward your application materials to the search committee.

If you have questions about how to apply go to https://kb.wisc.edu/hrs/page.php?id=21544