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Department Geography - 315800 Application Deadline 07/15/2026 Position Type Visiting / Part-time Faculty Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor Appointment Type Teaching Assistant Professor Position Number 20070186 Vacancy ID F003629 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 13.2 FTE 0.33 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $13,000 Proposed Start Date 08/03/2026 Estimated duration of appointment 6 months
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC-CH Geography and Environment Department provides an excellent program of courses and related activities for students interested in environmental science and policy, global issues and international studies, regional economic development, health geography, urbanism, place and culture. Faculty research and graduate training specialize in five teaching and research areas: (1) Earth and Environment, (2) Geographic Information Science and Geovisualization, (3) Nature and Society, (4) International Development and Globalization, and (5) Culture, Space, and Identity.
Position Summary
Teaching Geography courses to undergraduate and/or graduate students
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD in Geography or related field. Previous experience in a university setting.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
NA
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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