Apologies for cross-postings! This position could work for a landscape ecologist / spatial ecologist as well as an environmental geographer.
http://www.csun.edu/csbs/departments/geography/pdf/AA-1_environmental_geography.pdf Department: Geography Effective Date of Appointment: August 2008 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Rank: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Salary: $53,772 - $59,000 Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will include lower division general education courses in physical and/or human geography, upper division courses in environmental geography, world ecosystems, environmental hazards, field studies, conservation, environmental impact studies, plus advanced and graduate courses in area of specialization. We look for a geographer who will involve students in field-based research and data analysis, and who will mentor students undertaking senior thesis and masters research. The successful candidate will also be expected to advise students, contribute to department, college, and university committees, participate in professional conferences, publish in peer-reviewed geography journals, and seek external grants. CSUN is a large, primarily undergraduate institution with a strong commitment to teaching a diverse student population and teacher education. Applicants should demonstrate a firm commitment to excellent teaching as well as to research and service. Normal teaching load is 12 units per semester, though new faculty receive 3 units release for the first year. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Geography required at time of appointment. ABD will be considered, however, applicants who do not have a Ph.D. at time of appointment will be appointed as a one-year lecturer, converted to tenure track at completion of the doctorate. A Ph. D. is required for the granting of tenure. The Department of Geography seeks an environmental geographer with a demonstrated field component of research. Other desirable areas of expertise include GIS, field/laboratory techniques, historical environmental studies, resource and environmental management, and habitat restoration. Experience with funded research projects and familiarity with the American west are also advantageous. At time of appointment the successful applicant, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from Immigration and Naturalization Services to work within the United States. CSUN is a Learning Centered University. The successful candidate will be expected to join faculty and staff in a commitment to active learning, to the assessment of learning outcomes, and to multiple pathways that enable students to graduate. Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire. Application Deadline: Screening begins November 9, 2007 and priority is given applications received by that date. Position will remain open until filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application stating teaching philosophy and research agenda, curriculum vitae, three current letters of recommendation and, if possible, evidence of teaching effectiveness. E-mail applications are not accepted. Inquiries and nominations should be addressed to: Chair, Search and Screen Committee Department of Geography California State University Northridge Northridge, CA 91330-8249.
