Lecturer Geography

Lecturer Geography

Job ID: 305079

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most
comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one
of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a
single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with
149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral
levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington
D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across
the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro,
anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and
pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic
downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a
modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and
military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in
Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest,
offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across
southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of
Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of
Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N.
Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of
Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College
of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern
delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience,
research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed
to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across
its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who
are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across
the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Location
Georgia Southern University, a
public Carnegie Doctoral/R2 with a Carnegie Community Engagement
classification, offers approximately 149 different degree programs
serving nearly 31,600 students through 11 colleges on four campuses
in Savannah, Hinesville, Statesboro, Swainsboro and online
instruction. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern is a leader in
higher education in southeast Georgia with expert faculty and a
focus on public impact research and engaging learning opportunities
through knowledge and know-how that prepare our students to soar
beyond and take ownership of their lives, careers and communities.
Visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Statesboro
Campus

1332 Southern Drive

Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information
Within this setting, SEES is actively engaged in undergraduate
education, service, and regional, national, and international
research. The individual hired to fill this position will
contribute to the undergraduate teaching mission of SEES. The
school currently offers baccalaureate degrees in Geosciences (with
concentrations in Geography and Geology & Environmental
Science) and Sustainability Science, as well as Master of Science
and PhD degrees in Environmental Science.

Job Summary
Reporting to the Chair, the Lecturer of Geography will
contribute primarily to undergraduate teaching in geography, with
opportunities to teach courses in Sustainability Science and
Environmental Science based on qualifications and instructional
needs.

Primary teaching responsibilities include World Regional
Geography and other introductory geography courses.
Depending on the candidate's expertise and the School¿s needs,
additional teaching assignments may include both introductory and
upper-level courses in human geography, physical geography,
environmental geography, sustainability science, environmental
science, or related areas.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to
high-quality undergraduate instruction and student engagement.
Teaching assignments may include face-to-face, online, and other
instructional formats.

At Georgia Southern University, lecturers normally teach twelve
to fifteen contact hours per semester, maintain regular office
hours, participate in service activities, and actively engage in
School meetings and initiatives. Collegiality and a commitment to
student success are essential.

This is a permanent, non-tenure-track appointment with
opportunities for promotion to Senior Lecturer and Principal
Lecturer. Salary is competitive and commensurate with
qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

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Earned master's degree in
Geography or closely related field, with at least 18 graduate
semester hours in Geography, by August 1, 2027.

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Academic preparation sufficient
to teach World Regional Geography and other introductory geography
courses.

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Willingness to engage with
institutional student success initiatives.

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Commitment to engaging with best
practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and
curriculum design and development.

Preferred Qualifications

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Earned PhD in Geography or closely related discipline.

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Experience teaching World Regional Geography or other geography
courses at the college or university level.

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Credentials to teach courses in more than one area of geography,
including human geography, physical geography, regional geography,
or environmental geography.

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Ability to contribute to teaching in Sustainability Science,
Environmental Science, or related interdisciplinary programs.

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Experience teaching in multiple instructional formats, including
face-to-face and online.

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Demonstrated effectiveness in undergraduate teaching, student
engagement, and curriculum development.

Proposed Salary
Commensurate with
experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the
qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the
names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at
least three professional references. Other documentation may be
requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the
University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,
Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional
goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and
human relations skills

Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins December 1, 2026 and continues
until the position is filled. Start date is August 1, 2027.

Contact Information
Search Chair: Wei Tu

Email: wtu@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone: (912) 478-5233

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25
institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System
Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,
Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community
member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these
standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and
Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and
can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment
All work (with limited
exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities
such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern
University must be completed while the employee is physically
present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by
the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time
within current policy.

Faculty are
expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by
engaging students, participating in events, and performing other
responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be
required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on
any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible
transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are
contingent upon completion of background investigation including a
criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for
employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by
Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of
the credentials and employment history reflected in your
application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit
check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug
test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and
state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this
institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents
(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are
available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity
More information about the
institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu,
COSM
or
SEES. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other
non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection
under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or
disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under
the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search
process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information
This is not a supervisory
position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check
Standard + Education

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=305079&PostingSeq=1

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