The Geography and Sustainability Department at Salem State University in Massachusetts invites applications for a tenure-track position. We seek a dynamic and collaborative colleague who specializes in the application of advanced geospatial technology and analytics to the understanding of sustainability, environmental change, and land use planning. We also seek someone who is committed to academic excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The position includes teaching innovative undergraduate courses in the geospatial technologies, climate change and sustainability. Developing and teaching undergraduate planning courses ranging from city, urban, and regional, to land use, environmental and marine spatial planning is also expected. Research should focus on applying advanced GIS analytics to human-environment systems, focusing on climate and sustainability issues. Willingness to take a leadership role in the graduate Geo-Information Science program a plus.

The Geography and Sustainability Department at Salem State University is a dynamic, student-centered, teaching focused department that offers a diverse curriculum with a strong focus on experiential education. Along with degrees in Geography and GIS, the department has concentrations in Environmental Sustainability and Sustainable Tourism. The department’s digital geography laboratory (DGL) is one of the most advanced facilities on campus. Salem State is the Commonwealth's "Civic Engagement University" and the candidate is expected to engage with institutions outside of the University around GIS and planning topics to further this goal.

Salem State University is committed to excellence in teaching. We pride ourselves in providing first-rate classroom experiences and supervising intensive learning opportunities such as research and internships. Many of our students are first-generation, racial/ethnic minorities, veterans, and adult learners. Salem State University is located in the Greater Boston area in the historic city of Salem, Massachusetts. The Greater Boston region is famous for its world-class education, healthcare, and business enterprises and the area offers numerous opportunities for professional and personal enrichment.

Candidates are required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improve the department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

Required Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in Geography, Land Use Planning, Sustainability or a closely related field 
• Experience teaching undergraduate geography, sustainability, planning and GIS courses
• Experience utilizing geospatial technologies to research sustainability, land use planning and/or the environment
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching in land use planning, sustainability and the geospatial technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• As an emerging Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution (HIS/MSI), Salem State University seeks to enrich the faculty/librarian ranks by actively encouraging candidates whose lived and scholarly experiences directly address issues regarding the health, welfare, and representation of Latinx populations in the United States. Candidates who meet this strongly desired qualification should present documented activities in Latinx-related teaching, scholarship/research, and service, including community-based endeavors in each of these three areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and advising students to support their academic and career goals
• Documented experience teaching remote courses

Working Conditions:

This is an on-site, in-person position in Salem, MA.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions:
Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, cover letter and (unofficial) transcripts.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:
Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women, and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Please Note: If there is no application deadline associated with a position, it may be removed at any time and additional applications will not be accepted.