Geospatial Technology)

CSU Careers•Pomona, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Geological Sciences, specializing in Remote Sensing / GIS / Geospatial Technology. The university, one of three polytechnic institutions in the California State University system, emphasizes an integrative, experiential learning education that values diverse perspectives. Cal Poly Pomona is recognized for its learn-by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model, situated on a historic 1,400-acre campus. The university is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, dedicated to promoting social mobility and inclusivity, as evidenced by initiatives like the Black Thriving Initiative. Located less than 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, the campus serves over 25,000 students, with a significant portion being first-generation, receiving financial aid, or from low-income backgrounds. The College of Science, with its mission to educate, mentor, and inspire through scientific inquiry and hands-on learning, comprises seven academic departments, including Geological Sciences. The Department of Geological Sciences offers BS and MS degrees and currently has five tenured/tenure-track professors, focusing on high-quality instruction, career preparation, and faculty-mentored research. The department is proud of its graduates' high geoscience employment rates and its role in enabling economic mobility.

Requirements

A PhD from an accredited university in Geology, Geophysics, Environmental Geoscience or a directly related science or engineering discipline (degree must be conferred by the start date of the position).
College or university teaching experience, at least at the level of a teaching assistant.
Demonstrated potential to establish an active earth science research program with undergraduate and master’s students that broadens our current disciplinary expertise.
Experience with data collection and/or analysis using modern remote sensing instrumentation and GIS software.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

University teaching experience as the instructor of record with evidence of excellence in teaching.
Experience involving undergraduate and graduate students in research.
Publication record appropriate for experience level of the candidate.
Interest in including the use of the Department’s existing UAV and remote sensing equipment in research and teaching.
Established ties to research institutions, industry and/or government agencies.
Experience in writing proposals for external funding.
Interest in developing intradepartmental and cross-campus collaborations.

Responsibilities

Teach a mix of geoscience courses at lower division, upper division, and graduate levels, including Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing, or other specialty courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.
Engage undergraduate and graduate students in scholarly activities.
Develop an extramurally funded research program.
Produce scholarly publications.
Assist in curriculum development.
Advise students.
Serve on department, college, and university committees.
Engage in professional activities.
Contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
Teach in an inclusive environment.
Incorporate the use of the Department’s existing UAV and remote sensing equipment in research and teaching.
Develop intradepartmental and cross-campus collaborations.