WyGeo Web Journal: September 2013

Friday, September 13, 2013

Bats for your Friday the 13th

Repel darkness at the Geospatial Conference of the West<http://gecowest.org/>!

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Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Sought: Assistant Professor in Geography at UW

Subject: [WyGeo] Assistant Professor in Geography at UW

To: WyGeo@googlegroups.com

The University of Wyoming seeks a tenure track Assistant Professor in Geography with the capacity for research and teaching in one or more substantive areas in GIScience. Research specialization in GIScience is required and may draw from a variety of research areas including but not limited to: spatiotemporal modeling, geocomputation, CyberGIS, geotagged social media and location-based services, geospatial semantics, and geovisualization. Thematic experience in applying GIScience to problems in human-environment interaction or natural resources conservation and management and an interest in supporting the land-grant mission of the University is preferred.

Willingness and demonstrated ability to teach introductory and advanced GIS as well as courses in the candidate's area of specialization is required. Interest in teaching and supervising graduate students from both theoretical and applied perspectives is preferred. Peer-reviewed publications and evidence of grant-funded research is desirable.

The Department of Geography at the University of Wyoming offers strong undergraduate and Masters programs with an emphasis in scientific, quantitative geography for addressing problems in human-environment interaction, Earth systems science and geographic information science. The department maintains close ties with the Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center, the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources, the Water Resources program, the Earth Systems Science program, Roy J. Shlemon Center for Quaternary Studies, and the Program in Ecology as well as a variety of other departments across campus. In addition, the University of Wyoming is home to NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center.

Competitive candidates will be able to demonstrate strong potential for high quality teaching and research. Application materials must include a brief cover letter explaining interest in the position, a complete CV, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names of three references. Teaching evaluations are requested if available. Applicants must arrange for letters of reference to be mailed to the Department by the application deadline. Deadline for applications is November 1, 2013. The position will begin in August of 2014, PhD in Geography, GIScience or related area must be in hand by time of appointment.

Applications (less letters of reference) should be submitted as a single PDF. For more information or to submit an application, please contact Steven Prager (sdprager@uwyo.edu<mailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu>), Search Committee Chair. Letters of Reference can be sent to Steven D. Prager, Department of Geography, 1000 E. University Ave., Dept. 3371, Laramie, WY, 82071.

The University's policy has been, and will continue to be, one of nondiscrimination, offering equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without regard to such matters as race, sex, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, political belief, or other status protected by state and federal statutes or University Regulations.

The University of Wyoming is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, employment and motor vehicle history. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check.

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Thanks,

Steve

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Steven D. Prager, PhD

Associate Professor

Department of Geography

University of Wyoming

307 766 5378

sdprager@uwyo.edu<mailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu>

http://www.uwyo.edu/sdprager

Fwd: [WyGeo] moderators

Wyoming GIS'ers,
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> Are you going to GeCo West http://gecowest.org? Would you like to have a roll in making it a success? We need moderators for the paper presentations. Your duties will be simple enough. Start the session on time. Introduce your speakers (name, company, presentation title, etc.), keep speakers on schedule, ask for questions, thank everyone for coming, end on time.
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> Let me know if you would like to volunteer by sending a message.

Thanks,
Brett

Last days to make sure you are a part of GeCo West

Subject: [WyGeo] Last days to make sure you are a part of GeCo West
To: <wygeo@googlegroups.com>,

> Value. Opportunity. Education. Networking. And a really good time!
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> Time is ticking. The last days before GeCo West are upon us.
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> http://gecowest.org.
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> Make the commitment to your professional growth and be a part of the premier conference in the western region for 2013!
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> Workshops, training lab, posters and maps, presentations, addresses from some of the most prominent thought leaders in our industry, tech tours, and the Tech Expo! Not to mention all of the social activities for you to renew old friendships or make new ones!
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> All of this in the beautiful Rocky Mountain city of Laramie, Wyoming!
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> Don't miss out!
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> Regards,
> Cathy
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> ________________
> Cathy Raney, GISP
> President, WyGEO
> 2013 Conference Chair, GeCo West
> GIS Coordinator
> Campbell County, WY

Friday, September 6, 2013

Have You Heard of Land Records Meetup?

[WyGeo] Assistant Professor in Geography at UW

Subject: [WyGeo] Assistant Professor in Geography at UW

The University of Wyoming seeks a tenure track Assistant Professor in Geography with the capacity for research and teaching in one or more substantive areas in GIScience. Research specialization in GIScience is required and may draw from a variety of research areas including but not limited to: spatiotemporal modeling, geocomputation, CyberGIS, geotagged social media and location-based services, geospatial semantics, and geovisualization. Thematic experience in applying GIScience to problems in human-environment interaction or natural resources conservation and management and an interest in supporting the land-grant mission of the University is preferred.

Willingness and demonstrated ability to teach introductory and advanced GIS as well as courses in the candidate's area of specialization is required. Interest in teaching and supervising graduate students from both theoretical and applied perspectives is preferred. Peer-reviewed publications and evidence of grant-funded research is desirable.

The Department of Geography at the University of Wyoming offers strong undergraduate and Masters programs with an emphasis in scientific, quantitative geography for addressing problems in human-environment interaction, Earth systems science and geographic information science. The department maintains close ties with the Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center, the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources, the Water Resources program, the Earth Systems Science program, Roy J. Shlemon Center for Quaternary Studies, and the Program in Ecology as well as a variety of other departments across campus. In addition, the University of Wyoming is home to NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center.

Competitive candidates will be able to demonstrate strong potential for high quality teaching and research. Application materials must include a brief cover letter explaining interest in the position, a complete CV, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names of three references. Teaching evaluations are requested if available. Applicants must arrange for letters of reference to be mailed to the Department by the application deadline. Deadline for applications is November 1, 2013. The position will begin in August of 2014, PhD in Geography, GIScience or related area must be in hand by time of appointment.

Applications (less letters of reference) should be submitted as a single PDF. For more information or to submit an application, please contact Steven Prager (sdprager@uwyo.edu<mailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu<mailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu%3cmailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu>>), Search Committee Chair. Letters of Reference can be sent to Steven D. Prager, Department of Geography, 1000 E. University Ave., Dept. 3371, Laramie, WY, 82071.

The University's policy has been, and will continue to be, one of nondiscrimination, offering equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without regard to such matters as race, sex, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, political belief, or other status protected by state and federal statutes or University Regulations.

The University of Wyoming is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, employment and motor vehicle history. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check.

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Thanks,

Steve

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Steven D. Prager, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Geography
University of Wyoming

307 766 5378
sdprager@uwyo.edu<mailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu<mailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu%3cmailto:sdprager@uwyo.edu>>
http://www.uwyo.edu/sdprager