GIS Lab Manager
Department of Geography and Mapping Sciences
The University of Wisconsin - River Falls is a member of the University of Wisconsin System and is located in scenic west central Wisconsin , 30 miles east of the Twin Cities metropolitan area with easily accessible year around arts, cultural and recreational events. UWRF's 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students pursue degrees in four colleges: Arts and Sciences; Education and Professional Studies; Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Science; and Business and Economics . The University provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms, laboratories, academic advising and co-curricular activities. A favorable student-faculty ratio affords opportunity for meaningful interchange between faculty and students. Strong interests in teaching, research and community service are highly valued.
The Position: Principal responsibilities will include the management and maintenance of the department's GIS laboratory as well as instruction of two Human Geography courses per semester . The position is a full-time, one year appointment with the potential for renewal on a yearly basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development and dissemination of GIS project data at all levels of the University. The ability to work with campus Information Technology Services (ITS) staff to set-up and maintain the lab's hardware, network resources, and software is essential. In addition, the individual will work directly with students as an advisor on GIS projects and internships. Appointment date August 12, 2008.
Qualifications (Required) :
- M.A. in Geography or related field with demonstrated ability and training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Ability to support computer networks and software for GIS.
- Potential for or demonstrated expertise in university level teaching is expected.
- Desire and ability to teach introductory Human Geography
- Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University ' s commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages.
To Apply:
Submit a resume (or curriculum vitae) and letter of interest specifying: 1) qualifications, and 2) statement of experience, including ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures. Include an unofficial transcript (official copies will be required if hired) and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your ability to manage a GIS lab and teaching abilities and experience and send to:
Mathew Dooley, Committee Chair
Geography & Mapping Sciences
University of Wisconsin–River Falls
410 South 3rd Street
River Falls, WI 54022
E-mail: geography@uwrf.edu
Electronic applications are encouraged. PDF and DOC file format attachments only.
Inquiries and electronic applications must include “GIS Lab Manager” in the subject line.
The names of all nominees and applicants who have not requested confidentiality in writing, and identities of all finalists must be released upon request.
Deadline to Apply: Review of Applications will begin on April 21, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.
Please note: Background checks are conducted on all final candidates for all positions.
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