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The Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences at the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for an open rank non-tenure track Instructor or Senior Instructor to manage and maintain the Geospatial Analysis and Mapping Laboratory (GAMLab). The position is located in Denver, Colorado and is not remote. This is a full-time (9 months) academic year faculty appointment. Summer work may be available as an additional appointment.
Time allocation for this position is 30% formal teaching (equivalent to 3 classes per year, either two in the fall and one in the spring semester, or vice versa), 20% informal teaching (equivalent to student advising in the GAM open lab and GIS certificate program), 40% management of the GAM lab operations (including sourcing client-based research projects, overseeing student researchers, managing requests for geospatial support and services), and 10% service in the department. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach required courses within the undergraduate and graduate geospatial curriculum as well as within an existing emphasis area. The position requires a flexible teaching schedule to include day and evening classes as well as the ability to teach in a variety of formats (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, and online). This position reports to the Chair of Geography & Environmental Sciences.
The GAMLab provides resources and services to visualize, explore, analyze, and propose solutions to human-environmental challenges using Geographic Information Science and Technology. The GAMLab is housed in GES and it supports the geospatial research and teaching activities of CU Denver's faculty and students, in addition to facilitating collaborations within/between GES and other members of academic, government, private, and community sectors.
The successful candidate will be dynamic, innovative, and possess a passion for formal (e.g., classroom) and informal (e.g., student mentoring and advising) teaching, as well as a managerial and entrepreneurial spirit to advance the mission of the GAMlab. In addition, the candidate will build new and maintain current relationships with faculty in GES and affiliated departments/colleges, as well as develop awareness of the lab and its services with the Denver and the Colorado Front Range communities through networking activities and events.
Instructor or Senior Instructor/GAMLab Director
What you will do:
Teach three undergraduate or graduate geospatial classes each academic year.
-Provide geospatial science support of faculty and student research projects.
Develop training opportunities (e.g. workshops).
Generate contracts for cartographic and geospatial work performed in the lab.
Build productive relationships with faculty in GES and affiliated departments/colleges as well as create awareness of the lab and its services to the Denver community through networking activities and events.
Manage the client-based operations and budget of the Geospatial Mapping and Analysis Laboratory (GAMLab).
Supervise open lab hours for students engaged in geospatial work.
Oversee and coordinate students working on contract projects and in open lab hours.
Serve as academic advisor for geospatial coursework and the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certificate.
Dedicate 10% of work time towards university service, such as serving on curriculum committees or similar.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Instructor/GAM Lab Director
Master's degree in Geography, Geospatial Science, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience using geospatial applications such as ArcGIS Pro, FOSS4G, OpenAI
At least two years' experience teaching geospatial courses in higher education.
Senior Instructor/GAM Lab Director
Master's degree in Geography, Geospatial Science, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience using geospatial applications such as ArcGIS Pro, FOSS4G, OpenAI
At least five years' experience teaching geospatial courses in higher education
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
A doctorate (PhD) in geography or a related field
Experience with student advising and support of geospatial research projects
Applied experience with cartographic design and geospatial analysis and at the Senior Instructor level, demonstrated professional background in a specific emphasis area of geospatial science and technology
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Expert knowledge of recent developments in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing technologies
Knowledge and experience with recent developments in geospatial science and technology, such as machine learning and GeoAI, drone and LIDAR operations
Demonstrated ability to generate revenue-producing activities through funded grants and contracts
Familiarity and connections with GIS professional community in Denver/Colorado.
Successful candidates must have demonstrated success teaching geospatial classes in professional or higher education @contexts.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and supervisors at all levels throughout the institution.
Excellent pedagogical skills and the interest as well as capacity to teach a range (e.g., undergraduate, graduate) of geospatial courses.
Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices
Ability to provide coordination and oversight of student team activities.
Conditions of Employment
This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements
This position may be performed on site and will require the ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keybo
