posted on behalf of Shih-Lung Shaw: Tennessee, Knoxville 37996-0925. The Department of Geography at the University of Tennessee seeks applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Transportation Geography to begin in August 2011. We seek a candidate with expertise in research in transportation geography with an emphasis on quantitative and computational approaches that will strengthen our programs in transportation, spatial analysis, and GIScience. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Candidates should have a strong commitment to research, be capable of securing outside funding, and be capable of quality teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will join a dynamic department characterized by strong mutual support, many shared research interests, and a tradition of internal and external collaboration. The department has a vibrant undergraduate program and strong M.S. and Ph.D. programs. The candidate should submit a letter of application and a curriculum vitae, and have three letters of reference sent to the chair of the search committee. Apply electronically or by conventional mail to Dr. Shih-Lung Shaw, Search Committee Chair ([email protected]). Review of applications will begin January 3, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
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