Tenure-Track Assistant Professor: Physical Geography

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor: Physical Geography

We invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Physical Geography within the School of Integrated Sciences (SIS) and its thriving Geography program starting August 2026. This position focuses on the physical geography curricular needs of the Geography program within SIS.

For this tenure-track position, our new faculty member will be able to teach our core Physical Geography course as well as offer upper-level courses in areas of expertise, and potentially our General Education course on world regional geography. A typical teaching load is three courses per semester, and there are numerous opportunities for creativity in curricular development. We value a global perspective with local connections and encourage the development of regional and international field experiences.

Successful applicants will have completed a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. We will prioritize those with (or pursuing) a Ph.D. in Geography or closely related field with a broad background in physical geography. While research interests may focus on a wide variety of geographical sub-fields (see "Duties and Responsibilities"), ideal candidates should demonstrate experience connecting their work with others to collaboratively address complex multi-scale environmental problems.

To apply, complete the online application through the JMU career site and submit: 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Teaching Philosophy 4. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness, if available (submitted under "Other Document #1") 5. Scholarship Statement (submitted under "Other Document #2") Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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