Geographic Information Systems Instructor (Adjunct Position)

(GEOGR001819)

Hood College invites applications for a Geographic Information Systems Instructor (Adjunct Position) to teach an introductory course in geographic information systems (GIS) for the spring semester which begins January 27, 2022.  Under the general direction of the Biology Department Chair, the adjunct instructor will teach ENSP 103, a 4-credit course that introduces students to the role of GIS in spatial data analysis and planning.  This course is open to students of all disciplines and focuses on the use of GIS software for creating, analyzing, visualizing, and illustrating spatial data in the context of a semester-long collaborative project.  Inquiries about the course should be directed to Dr. Eric Kindahl (kindahl@hood.edu).

Qualifications

We seek a candidate with a strong commitment in a liberal arts setting, who is passionate about high-impact learning experiences, and who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do.  Candidates must have strong organizational skills and proven ability to work collaboratively across academic disciplines.

Education and/or Experience

Candidates must possess a master’s degree in an appropriate science-related discipline and teaching experience is required. 

Please visit www.hood.edu/jobs for more details, including a description of the position. 

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply on-line via our electronic application.  Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts and should arrange for three letters of recommendation for submission to job_biology@hood.edu. Review of applications will begin January 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.  

Inquiries about the course should be directed to Dr. Eric Kindahl (kindahl@hood.edu).

If you need assistance with the on-line application process, please email humanresources@hood.edu or call (301) 696-3592.

Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States.  EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 312), (301) 696-3592.  For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/