Adjunct Faculty, Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

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Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Position Number 999972 Position Category School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Social Science Department Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is pleased to invite applications for an Adjunct Instructor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Global Studies and Geography at Hofstra University beginning in Spring 2027.

The Department is currently seeking candidates to teach undergraduate sections of our Introductory course in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The enrollment for this in-person course is capped at 32 students. This course cannot be taught remotely.

The Adjunct Instructor/Assistant Professor's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Acting as the instructor of record on a contingent, adjunct basis in the Department of Global Studies and Geography.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Acting as the instructor of record on a contingent, adjunct basis in the Department of Global Studies and Geography.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in geography or a closely related discipline is preferred. Applicants with a graduate diploma in GIS plus professional GIS experience will also be considered. Demonstrated academic expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is required.

Preferred Quals Summary

• Ph.D. in Geography or related field is preferred.
• Prior US college-level teaching of a similar GIS course is preferred.

Special Instructions

Please upload the following with your application, and be sure to indicate which position you are applying for:

• Cover letter (please describe your training in geography or a related field, prior teaching experience, and your commitment to pedagogy)
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Names and contact information of three references

Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Direct inquiries to gsgeog@hofstra.edu. In the subject line of your inquiry or application, please include:

"Adjunct Faculty Search Fall 2026"

Deadline Open until filled Tenure Track No Date Posted 08/18/2026 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary/Salary Range $1,458-$1,711 per credit hour

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

• Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.

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Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• References
• Cover Letter

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