Assistant Professor in Geographic Information System (GIS) for Natural Resources and the Environment
College of the Environment & Life Sciences University of Rhode Island This is an academic year, tenure-track position in the Department of Natural Resources Science (NRS) at the rank of Assistant Professor, with anticipated appointment August 2019. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish a vibrant research program supported by extramural funding that uses contemporary GIS to explore and solve applied problems in natural resources and the environment. Develop a sustained record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Teach core courses in GIS for undergraduates and graduate students, including a concepts course (co-taught in Fall with Remote Sensing faculty), a fundamentals course focused on the use and application of GIS techniques (lab course taught in both Fall and Spring semesters) and a graduate-level GIS course (offered in Spring) that builds advanced analytical skills. These courses support undergraduate and graduate programs, including a Graduate Certificate in GIS and Remote Sensing. Provide advising and research mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students. Serve as co-director of the Graduate Certificate in GIS and Remote Sensing. As with all tenure track appointments, duties include outreach and service activities and governance within the Department, College, University, and broader scholarly community. Division of major responsibilities is 45% teaching, 45% research, 10% service at initial appointment. Full details about the position and application process can be found here: https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/4240.
