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 International GEO Center 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 Earths environment through global collaboration and excellence in both research and teaching Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience Position OverviewThe 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 EmployerFurther information on this position and on the academic and research programs of the Department may be obtained at httpwwwgeogumdedu Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee Professor Sergii Skakun skakunumdedu