The Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in urban economic geography to begin August 1, 2027. We prefer candidates with interests in urban planning and economic development. Candidates must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in Geography or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
We seek a dynamic scholar-teacher to build on existing departmental strengths in urban/economic geography, physical geography/environmental science, geographic information science, and sustainability. We are interested in candidates with high potential to develop an externally funded research program and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research. Areas of preferred focus include economic aspects of energy, smart cities, regional economic development, transportation, and other infrastructural elements of modern urban life.
The candidate will teach courses in urban geography, economic geography, planning, plus one or more courses in environment and sustainability. Strong skills and experience using geographic information systems (GIS) are desirable. The ability to collaborate across disciplines with other departments and engage with communities in their research and teaching will be viewed favorably.
The Department of Geography, Environment, and Sustainability (GES) currently offers B.A., B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and houses the interdisciplinary Environment & Sustainability Program. Information on the Department’s faculty, degrees, programs, concentrations, and facilities can be found at https://ges.uncg.edu. UNCG is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Doctoral Research University with High Research Activity.
UNCG is a Minority Serving Institution. UNCG and the GES Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and schools and support community-engaged research. UNCG is located in Greensboro, the largest city in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and the third-most populous city in the state. Greensboro is a vibrant city with more than 300,000 residents and more than 47,000 college students and is known for its expansive parks and greenway system, arts, music, and sports. UNCG is an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V employer.
To apply, visit https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/ and click on “Faculty/Tenure Stream.” The position number is 1519. A full dossier of uploaded materials will include:
- Letter of application that addresses research goals, teaching philosophy, and relevant experience working with graduate students and/or in realms outside of academia.
- Curriculum vitae
- Examples of scholarly work
- Examples of teaching effectiveness (if applicable)
- Contact information for three references
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Corey Johnson (cmjohns8@uncg.edu), chair of the search committee, and include “Urban Economic Geography Assistant Professor Position” in the subject line.
