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Job Description

The Department of Geography at Binghamton University invites applications for a full-time lecturer position in Geographic Information Science (GIS). The initial appointment is for up to three years, with the possibility of renewal. The preferred candidate will be capable of teaching courses across the range of GIScience topics, including introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses in GIS, cartography and geovisualization, spatial analysis, as well as other areas (e.g., web GIS). This is a teaching-focused appointment, with support for the candidate to continue development of a research program and contribution of service. The teaching load for the position is 3/3, and the start date will be August 17, 2026.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Geography, or a closely related field, conferred by August 17, 2026.
• Experience teaching GIScience courses, as an instructor or teaching assistant.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching.
• Experience teaching introductory geospatial courses such as Digital Earth, Foundations of GIS, etc.
• Experience mentoring/advising undergraduate and/or graduate student projects/research.
• Demonstrated ability to teach a range of GIScience courses/topics, as evidenced by coursework, teaching experience, or research expertise.

Application Instructions

To apply, submit the following documents via: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=199480

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations, syllabi, course materials, professional development) [optional]
• Contact information for three references

Applications received by May 20, 2026, will receive full consideration. Reference letters will be requested for selected candidates at a later date. The search will remain open until the position is filled.