Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in Geography

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is inviting applications for a pool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions in Geography for the academic year 2026-2027. Appointments are on a semester-by-semester basis and rank will reflect credentials.

Positions may be filled at the Kennesaw or Marietta campus. We seek candidates with a master's degree or higher in Geography or related field; online or hybrid teaching experience is preferred and undergraduate instruction is expected.

Qualifications

• Master's or terminal degree in Geography or closely related field required at hire.
• Alternative: Master's in a non-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in teaching discipline required at hire.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.
• Record of past teaching at the undergraduate level.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate general education courses in physical and human geography.
• Course assignments depend on departmental needs and may be 1–2 courses per semester.
• Teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online) at Kennesaw or Marietta campus.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online teaching

Education

Master's or PhD in Geography

Master's in non-related field with 18 graduate credits in teaching discipline

Job description

Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions inGeography

Job ID: 305157

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one ofGeorgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of theUniversity System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The Department of Geography and Anthropology is astudent-centered department of excellence committed to fulfillingthe mission of Kennesaw State University. We empower students tounderstand the human condition, to meet the challenges of the 21stcentury, and to become informed global citizens by cultivating awelcoming environment that encourages active and participatoryteaching and learning. Our academic programs enrich students with aholistic curriculum and robust extracurricular experiences thatprepare them to understand and engage the world's intersectinghuman, cultural, and physical systems. Geography seeks to study andunderstand the distribution, dynamics, and interrelationshipsbetween humans and their physical environment. Geospatial Sciencesapplies geospatial technologies to analyze the spatial processesproduced or modified by human-environment interactions.Anthropology examines human experiences fully appreciating thebiological and cultural power of a variety of perspectives. TheDepartment is committed to conducting high quality researchreflecting faculty expertise in a collaborative manner andincorporating robust student mentorship. Innovative research withinthe Department includes sustainability and environmental studies,application of geospatial technologies, land surveying, lifewaysand livelihoods, forensic science, heritage and resourcemanagement, and the scholarship of teaching and learning.Department faculty design and deliver high quality pedagogy thatpromotes student success through undergraduate research,internships and work experiences, and service-learning andcommunity engagement. The Department is committed to providingstudents with the knowledge, creativity, and career skillsnecessary to become productive global citizens.

With more than 400 full-time faculty and 8,100 degree-seekingstudents, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & SocialSciences is dedicated to pioneering workforce readiness in thehumanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Artsvalues and integrating practical knowledge and experientiallearning into our curriculum, we empower our students to become responsible citizens ready for the demands of the modern workplace.The home of three schools and eight departments, the College offersmore than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in bothtraditional and interdisciplinary fields. These programs enablestudents to develop leadership, problem-solving, and criticalthinking skills, as well as a strong sense of civic engagement.

The College is committed to the success of our students,faculty, staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experiencehas prepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage ourstudents, partners, and stakeholders effectively.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for apool of open rank, part-time and limited term faculty positions inGeography in the Department of Geography and Anthropology for theacademic year 2026-2027. These positions are on an as-needed,semester-by-semester basis. Rank is determined at the time ofhiring and will be commensurate with credentials. These positionsare for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Please be advised that Kennesaw State University does notprovide any type of visa sponsorship, including transfers, forlimited term or part-time faculty.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate general education courses in physical andhuman geography. We offer four general education lab classes:Introduction to Landforms; Weather and Climate; Resources, Societyand the Environment; and Introduction to Human Geography.
• Assignments to faculty in the pool are based on departmentalneeds and are for one or two courses per semester. Applicants maybe asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, andonline) and courses maybe be assigned at the Kennesaw or Mariettacampus.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOCFaculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• A Master's or terminal degree, or the foreign equivalent, inGeography or a closely related field is required at the time ofhire.

OR

• A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in anon-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in theteaching discipline is required at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses
• Record of past teaching at the undergraduate level.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and OfficialInternational Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3references

Optional Document: Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr.Alice Gooding, [e-mail],470-578-2503.

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USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundationfor all that we do as an organization, and each USG communitymember is responsible for demonstrating and upholding thesestandards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values andCode of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 andcan be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSUcommunity. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at EnglishBuilding, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgiabackground check policy, all final candidates will be required toconsent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidatesmay be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initialscreening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.Applicants for positions of trust with screening results whichconfirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediatelydisqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to includeprofessional references as part of their application process. Somepositions may require additional job based screenings such as motorvehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/orverification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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