Assistant Professor Geographic Data Science

2 days ago

Toronto ON, Toronto Census Division, ON; Ontario, Canada University of Toronto Full-time

Teach geographic data science at the University of Toronto while developing research in urban environmental remote sensing. The full-time tenure-stream appointment starts July 1, 2027.

The Department of Geography and Planning invites an Assistant Professor to complement strengths across urban, environmental, health, economic, and data science geography. The successful candidate will teach required undergraduate courses, including applied remote sensing methods, while pursuing an independent, competitive research program. Graduate contributions may support Geography programs or the Master of Science in Planning.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Teach required Geographic Data Science courses
  • Develop an outstanding externally funded research program
  • Conduct innovative independent research
  • Support urban studies and environmental geography teaching
  • Contribute to graduate Geography or Planning programs
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. completed by appointment or shortly thereafter
  • Specialization in remote sensing or geographic data science
  • Record of excellence in research and teaching
  • Peer-reviewed scholarly publications or forthcoming publications
  • Evidence of teaching accomplishments and student mentorship

Combine applied remote sensing teaching with independent research addressing pressing questions in urban and environmental change.

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