Associate Professor | University of Maryland

Job title: Associate Professor

Company: University of Maryland

Job description: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:The Department of Geographical Sciences at the University of Maryland, College Park, invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor in Remote Sensing.This position will have its tenure home in the Department of Geographical Sciences and is expected to start in July 2025. The position will be a member of our Center for Remote Sensing Excellence which is part of our International Center for Innovation in Geospatial Analytics and Earth Observation ( ), which supports the development and application of remote sensing and geospatial information science through computation, data science, and technology to advance knowledge of the Earth system. We innovate in cutting-edge techniques designed to monitor and model Earth’s environment through global collaboration and excellence in both research and teaching. Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.Position Overview:The Department of Geographical Sciences is a world leader in remote sensing, with a large number of tenured and tenure-track faculty, professional track faculty, and graduate students. We are interested in expanding our remote sensing expertise through the incorporation of additional techniques in our research portfolio. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to:

Microwave remote sensing including synthetic aperture radar;
Hyperspectral imaging;
Thermal remote sensing;
Radiative transfer;
Artificial intelligence and machine learning in Earth Observation;
The use of remote sensing for urban, coastal, or hydrological applications.

Responsibilities:We are seeking an outstanding candidate who will expand the breadth and depth of our research and teaching while enhancing the national and international reputation of our Department. The candidate will be expected to

Develop and maintain a robust, externally funded research program
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in remote sensing
Support, mentor and supervise graduate students
Engage in interdisciplinary research and collaboration across the department (human dimensions, GIS, physical geography) and campus that address significant real-world issues.
Further our international reputation.

Application ProcessCandidates should submit the following materials:

A personal statement on background and experience relevant to the
position, including research, teaching, and service activities
A signed and dated curriculum vitae
Reprints of 5, selected peer-reviewed publications for applicants at the Associate level, and 3 or more at the Assistant level.
Names and current addresses (including e-mail) of three references

For best consideration, applications should be submitted no later than October 1st, 2024, but the search will continue until a suitable candidate is appointed.The Department of Geographical Sciences is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-racism. Applications from women and minorities are particularly sought. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.Further information on this position and on the academic and research programs of the Department may be obtained at .Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee Professor Sergii Skakun, skakun@umd.edu.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:Education and Experience:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Geography or a related discipline and be committed to excellence in research and teaching, with a very strong record of scholarly products and external funding.

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Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:Supplemental Document 1 (required): Upload Reprints of 5 selected peer-reviewed publications.
Posting Date: 06/25/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 10/01/2024
Physical Demands
Diversity Statement:The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents * Curriculum Vitae