Physical Geographer

The Department of Geography and Geology is seeking applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department seeks a physical geographer with expertise in climatology. Remote sensing and GIS skills highly desired. Ph.D. required; ABD considered.

Teaching duties will include Physical Geography, Human Environmental Problems, Meteorology and Climate, online Weather and Climate, and other courses that complement our program needs. The candidate will be expected to develop upper level courses in their research area. International specialization in Africa, Europe, South America, the Middle East, or Oceania is desired.

This position requires a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Prior teaching experience and demonstrated teaching ability preferred. Contributing to the department s internship program and involving students in research activities is essential. The hire will be required to monitor and maintain the campus weather station and weather data archive. The successful candidate will have an active research agenda, seek external research funding, and publish scholarly articles in peer reviewed journals.

Founded in 1868, UW-Whitewater is the premier public regional university with an enrollment of 10,500 in 45 undergraduate majors, 13 master s degree programs, and one specialist degree program. It offers high-quality career-oriented programs integrated with a model general education curriculum. UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System. Located in a community of 12,000 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.

The Geography and Geology Department is housed in Upham Hall, which features state of the art research and teaching facilities including two dedicated GIS and remote sensing labs. Upham Hall also houses the biology, chemistry, and physics departments, which provides an excellent opportunity for interdisciplinary collaborations. The department of Geography and Geology has approximately 100 undergraduate majors.

Completed application packet must include: (1) letter of interest that includes qualifications and experience; (2) curriculum vita; (3) non-certified transcripts; and (4) three letters of reference. Electronic submissions preferred. Letter of recommendation must be sent from reference. Official transcripts will be required upon hiring.

Apply: Dr. Dale Splinter, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Geography & Geology, 800 W. Main Street, Upham Hall 120, Whitewater, WI 53190; Dept Number 262-472-5156; Email splinted@uww.edu. Evaluation of applicants will begin on January 29, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and all veterans. Names of applicants may be disclosed unless requested otherwise. Names of finalists will be released. New hire will be subject to a criminal background check as a condition of appointment.