"Tenure Track Assistant Professor specializing in Geomatics"

Hiring Department

UMSL Geospatial Collaborative

Job Description

The UMSL Geospatial Collaborative invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Geomatics. This 9-month appointment will be housed in the Department of Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, and Statistics, with teaching, research, and service responsibilities directed by the Director of the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative. The faculty member’s performance in teaching, research, and service will be evaluated by the Director of the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative to ensure consistency with the Geospatial Collaborative’s mission and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will contribute to UMSL’s mission by balancing excellence in teaching, research, and service, with specific responsibilities that include developing new Geomatics curricula, spearheading the creation of a Certificate in Geomatics, building a nationally recognized research program supported by external funding, and mentoring students to become the next generation of geospatial scientists.

Responsibilities

Teaching: Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in geomatics (e.g., GNSS/geodesy, surveying, photogrammetry, LiDAR, remote sensing, geospatial data analytics, and Geospatial Artificial Intelligence/GeoAI), using project-based and experiential learning approaches to align with current best practices. Contribute to curriculum development, student advising, and mentoring.

Research: Establish an externally funded research program in geomatics; publish in peer-reviewed journals; mentor graduate students; and build collaborative research projects across UMSL and with our partner institutions.

Service: Provide service to the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative, university, and profession, including committee participation, program development, peer review, and leadership in relevant professional organizations.

This position supports a project funded by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, which limits participation in the project to citizens of the United States. As a result, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Geospatial Engineering, or a closely related field (completed by the start date).

• Demonstrated teaching experience in geomatics or closely related courses.

• Evidence of research productivity through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly outputs.

• Evidence of potential to secure external funding for research.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred:

• A record of securing external funding.

• Professional certification or licensure (e.g., Professional Land Surveyor, Professional Engineer, Certified Photogrammetrist).

• Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and leading interdisciplinary research teams.

• Interest or experience in curriculum innovation, including advanced geomatics topics such as GNSS/geodesy, photogrammetry, LiDAR/remote sensing, geospatial data analytics, and GeoAI.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Missouri System offers a comprehensive faculty benefits package, including health, retirement, and tuition assistance. For more information, please consult UMSL Human Resources and review the UMSL Faculty Benefits Guide (PDF).

Application Materials

Applicants should submit the following materials (as PDF files via the UMSL jobs portal: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/faculty.html): Cover Letter (describing qualifications, teaching, research, and service record)• Curriculum Vitae• Research Statement (current work and future plans)• Teaching Philosophy Statement• Contact information for at least three professional references, including the applicant’s Ph.D. advisor• For questions, contact: Dr. Reda Amer Director, UMSL Geospatial Collaborative; Chair of the Search Committee. Email: reda.amer@umsl.edu

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Sponsorship Information

This position supports a project funded by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, which limits participation in the project to citizens of the United States. As a result, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position.

Other Information

For questions, contact:

Dr. Reda Amer

Director, UMSL Geospatial Collaborative

Chair of the Search Committee

Email: reda.amer@umsl.edu

About UMSL

The University of Missouri–St. Louis is the region’s premier public research university, enrolling nearly 15,000 students. UMSL is classified as a doctoral university with high research activity (R2) and offers a comprehensive range of academic programs while engaging in strong partnerships with government, industry, and community organizations.

About UMSL Geospatial Collaborative

The UMSL Geospatial Collaborative advances geospatial education, research, and innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world applications. As a founding member of the Taylor Geospatial Institute (TGI) and a strategic partner of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), the Collaborative plays a leading role in shaping the regional and national geospatial workforce pipeline. It offers academic programs, applied research opportunities, hands-on training, industry partnerships, and K–12 outreach to expand geospatial literacy and workforce readiness. By bridging academia, industry, and community, the UMSL Geospatial Collaborative ensures that geospatial knowledge is both accessible and impactful.

Learn more: https://www.umsl.edu/geospatial/index.html

About St. Louis

UMSL is located in suburban St. Louis County, in a metro region of ~2.8 million people. St. Louis is an affordable, culturally rich city known for its iconic Gateway Arch, diverse neighborhoods, thriving arts and music scene, and world-class free attractions (including the Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Science Center, and Saint Louis Art Museum). The city hosts 16 Fortune 1000 companies and multiple major research institutions, making it an attractive place for academic and professional growth. St. Louis is also home to the new western headquarters of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA West), making it a national hub for geospatial innovation and workforce development.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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