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<th style="width: 150px; vertical-align: top; padding:
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">Earth and Atmospheric Sciences -
Geography - Tenure Track Faculty (Category I)</td>
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<th style="width: 150px; vertical-align: top; padding:
8px; line-height: 1.1em; background: rgb(221, 221,
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">F 541</td>
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<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">Commensurate
with experience and education.</p>
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">Faculty</td>
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">EAS - Earth & Atmospheric Sci</td>
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">FT Faculty-10 mo with benes</td>
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<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">The
Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (<span
class="caps">EAS</span>) at the Metropolitan State
University of Denver is seeking applicants for a
tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor
rank to begin teaching August 2015. Applications are
welcomed from candidates with expertise in the
following areas.</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">A
geographer who can contribute to teaching and
advising students in our proposed new major with
concentrations in sustainability, physical
geography, and human geography. Expertise in
physical geography, familiarity with Colorado and
western US geography, a
multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary approach to
research, and the ability to teach courses in
numerous<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">EAS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>disciplines
is preferred.</p>
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8px; line-height: 1.1em; background: rgb(221, 221,
221);">Duties/Responsibilities</th>
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<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">We are
seeking a person with a commitment to excellence in
teaching at a predominately undergraduate
institution. Teaching responsibilities will include
upper and lower division courses in Geography,
Environmental Science, or other areas based on
interdisciplinary department needs. Teaching
consists of 12 credits per semester (typically 3-4
courses per semester). In addition, the ideal
candidate will be expected to re-design or create
new courses, contribute to curriculum development,
integrate scholarly activities and knowledge into
teaching, use current technology, such as<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">GIS</span>, to facilitate student
learning, evaluate assessment results to improve
their courses and respective programs, and
effectively advise students. Participation in field
experiences, the General Studies program, First Year
Success Program, and mentoring undergraduate
research projects is expected. Enthusiasm for
interdisciplinary research and new collaborations
will be an asset. The successful candidate will have
exhibited the ability to develop and maintain a
publication record and present their scholarly work
at professional conferences or workshops. It is
expected that the candidate will be able to
participate in service activities that are
substantial and meaningful.</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">The<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">EAS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Department
resides in the newly renovated Science building on
the Auraria campus located strategically in downtown
Denver. The Department offers degrees in Land Use
(Geography, Geology,<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">GIS</span>, and Planning),
Environmental Science, and Meteorology. Within the<span
class="caps">EAS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Department,
there are two<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">GIS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>computer
laboratories, an Integrated Science classroom, two
Geology/Geography classrooms, a Meteorology computer
laboratory, and multiple classrooms. For a list of
courses commonly taught in<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">EAS</span>, please visit
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.msudenver.edu/registrar/classschedules/">http://www.msudenver.edu/registrar/classschedules/</a>.</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">The
University is particularly interested in applicants
who have experience working with students from
diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to
improving access to higher education for
under-represented groups. Interested applications
should apply online at
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://www.msudenverjobs.com">https://www.msudenverjobs.com</a>.</p>
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8px; line-height: 1.1em; background: rgb(221, 221,
221);">Required Qualifications</th>
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<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">Doctorate
in Geography or a related<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">EAS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>field by
August 2015.</p>
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8px; line-height: 1.1em; background: rgb(221, 221,
221);">Preferred Qualifications</th>
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<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">Willing to
teach 12 credit hours per semester.<br>
Previous teaching experience at an institution of
higher education (includes teaching experience as a
graduate assistant.)<br>
Examples of teaching excellence.<br>
Experience working with students from diverse
backgrounds.<br>
Expertise in Colorado and western US topics
applicable to the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">EAS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Department.<br>
Ability to teach General Studies courses.<br>
Willing to teach courses in the First Year Success
Program.<br>
Experience as the instructor of record for a college
course.<br>
Knowledge of curriculum development.<br>
Familiarity evaluating assessment results to improve
courses and/or programs.<br>
Proficient advising students.<br>
Experience conducting research with undergraduate
students.<br>
Familiar with<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">GIS</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>techniques/technology.<br>
Established a record of publishing.<br>
Ability to present research at conferences.<br>
Willing to perform service activities.</p>
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221);">Posting date</th>
<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">10/27/2014</td>
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">12/10/2014</td>
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<td style="padding: 8px; line-height: 1.1em; background:
rgb(239, 239, 239);">Close on Closing Date</td>
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8px; line-height: 1.1em; background: rgb(221, 221,
221);">Special Instructions to Applicants</th>
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rgb(239, 239, 239);">
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;"><span
class="caps">IMPORTANT</span>: In order to be
considered as an applicant you must apply via the
online application system, <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="http://www.msudenverjobs.com">www.msudenverjobs.com</a>.</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">Required
application materials include a cover letter that
contains a concise personal statement addressing
which courses the candidate would teach, the
candidate’s vision and plans for research, and a
reflection on how the candidate would integrate
within the department. Additional required materials
include a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy,
evidence of teaching excellence, unofficial
transcripts, and contact information for three (3)
references.</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">Review of
applications will begin in December 2014, but the
position will remain open until filled.<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">ABD</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>will be
considered, but Ph.D. must be in hand by August
2015. For additional<span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span
class="caps">EAS</span>Department information,
please visit <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.msudenver.edu/eas/">http://www.msudenver.edu/eas/</a>. For
questions or more information, please contact Dr.
Jason Janke, Chair of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
at 303-556-3072 or <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:jjanke1@msudenver.edu">jjanke1@msudenver.edu</a>.</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">If you are
unable to attach copies of transcripts at the time
of application you will need to submit them via
e-mail, fax, or mail.<span
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E-mail: <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:jjanke1@msudenver.edu">jjanke1@msudenver.edu</a><br>
Fax:303-556-4436<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><br>
Mail: Search F 541<br>
Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences<br>
<span class="caps">MSU</span><span
class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Denver<br>
P.O. Box 173362, CB 22<br>
Denver, CO 80217-3362</p>
<p style="line-height: 18.1200008392334px;">Official
Transcripts will be required of the candidate
selected for hire.</p>
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