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Posted July 21st, 2008

Columbia, Missouri, 65211.  University of Missouri, Geospatial Extension Specialist beginning Fall, 2008.  The position’s main responsibility is to build a statewide geospatial extension program.  Duties include:

1. Develop and disseminate geospatial education
2. Provide geospatial technology assistance and promote applications within existing Extension programs.
3. Expand Extension outreach and technology guidance to Federal/State/local users in partnership with the Missouri Spatial Data Information Service (MSDIS).

This position is a non-tenure track one-year appointment to be reviewed annually. The Missouri Geospatial Extension Specialist will operate under the umbrella of University of Missouri Extension and The College of Arts and Science.  The position will be housed in the Department of Geography.

PhD in Geography or closely related discipline preferred.  Grantsmanship, excellent writing and communication skills required. Classroom and applied experience using GIS, remote sensing and GPS, excellent communication, leadership skills and experience working effectively in diverse environments are vital skills needed for this position.

Applicants should upload a letter of interest describing their geospatial expertise, professional goals, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to http://recruiting.geog.missouri.edu.  Review of applications will begin August 20, 2008, and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Missouri is an EO/AEE employer and women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.  For ADA accommodations please contact the Geography Department at 573-882-8370.  Questions:  Dr. Gail S. Ludwig,  ludwig@missouri.edu

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