The George Washington University, Department of Geography. Applications are invited for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level for a Physical Geographer with expertise in Geographic Information Systems to begin September 1, 2009. The George Washington University is located in downtown Washington and offers a BA and a MA in Geography and Minors in Geography and GIS. It has recently moved to new quarters with an expanded Spatial Analysis Lab and a Physical Geography Lab. Faculty members in the Department are actively involved in the Environmental Studies Program, the Center for Urban and Environmental Research and the Elliott School of International Affairs.

Basic Qualifications : Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Geography or closely related field by August 1, 2009 and be able to teach undergraduate courses in introductory physical geography, environmental quality/management and GIS as well as graduate courses in environmental geography and geospatial techniques. Applicants must show promise for a productive scholarly career as demonstrated by scholarly presentations, publications and/or works in progress, and excellent GIS skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Any sub-specialty in Physical Geography will be considered but preference will be given to geomorphology, climatology or biogeography. A candidate with urban-environmental interests is highly desirable.

Application Procedure: To be considered send a letter of interest, vita, statement of teaching and research interests, and the names and contact information for three references to Dr. Marie Price, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Geography, 1922 F St NW, Room 227, George Washington University, Washington DC 20052. Only complete applications will be considered. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. The George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmation action employer.

Environmental Geographer

The George Washington University, Department of Geography. Applications are invited for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level for an Environmental Geographer with expertise in natural resource use, environmental management and policy to begin September 1, 2009. The George Washington University is located in downtown Washington. The Department of Geography offers a BA and a MA in Geography, a BA in Environmental Studies, and Minors in Geography and GIS. It has recently moved to new quarters with an expanded Spatial Analysis Lab and a Physical Geography Lab. Faculty members in the Department are actively involved in the Environmental Studies Program, the Center for Urban and Environmental Research and the Elliott School of International Affairs.

Basic Qualifications : Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Geography or closely related field by August 1, 2009 and be able to teach undergraduate courses in society and the environment, environmental quality and management as well as graduate courses in resources and environment with a policy emphasis. Applicants must show promise for a productive scholarly career as demonstrated by scholarly presentations, publications and/or works in progress and grants.

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated skills in global monitoring of environmental change through the use of remote sensing or GIS. A candidate with urban-environmental interests or expertise in energy policy is highly desirable.

Application Procedure: To be considered send a letter of interest, vita, statement of teaching and research interests, and the names and contact information for three references to Dr. Lisa Benton-Short, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Geography, 1922 F St NW, Room 227, George Washington University, Washington DC 20052. Only complete applications will be considered. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. The George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmation action employer.