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University of Missouri-Saint Louis · 1 day ago

Tenure Track Assistant Professor specializing in Geomatics

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The University of Missouri-Saint Louis is a premier public research university seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Geomatics. The successful candidate will develop new curricula, establish a research program, and mentor students in geospatial sciences.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in geomatics (e.g., GNSS/geodesy, surveying, photogrammetry, LiDAR, remote sensing, geospatial data analytics, and Geospatial Artificial Intelligence/GeoAI), using project-based and experiential learning approaches to align with current best practices

Contribute to curriculum development, student advising, and mentoring

Establish an externally funded research program in geomatics; publish in peer-reviewed journals; mentor graduate students; and build collaborative research projects across UMSL and with our partner institutions

Provide service to the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative, university, and profession, including committee participation, program development, peer review, and leadership in relevant professional organizations

Qualification

Ph.D. in GeomaticsTeaching experience in geomaticsResearch productivityExternal funding potentialProfessional certificationCurriculum innovationMentoring experienceCommunication skills

Required

Ph.D. in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Geospatial Engineering, or a closely related field (completed by the start date)

Demonstrated teaching experience in geomatics or closely related courses

Evidence of research productivity through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly outputs

Evidence of potential to secure external funding for research

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position

Preferred

A record of securing external funding

Professional certification or licensure (e.g., Professional Land Surveyor, Professional Engineer, Certified Photogrammetrist)

Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and leading interdisciplinary research teams

Interest or experience in curriculum innovation, including advanced geomatics topics such as GNSS/geodesy, photogrammetry, LiDAR/remote sensing, geospatial data analytics, and GeoAI