[Infovis] New Faculty Position in Data Visualization at JMU

[Marrin, Stephen P - marrinsp]

The Intelligence Analysis program in the Department of Integrated Science and Technology at James Madison University (Harrisonburg, Virginia) invites applications for an assistant/associate professor position starting fall 2016. See details here:  https://chroniclevitae.com/jobs/0000899300-01

This is a new line; the reason for the position is because the intelligence analysis program has grown 300% over the past few years (now 200 students), and Bob Kolvoord--who used to teach the data visualization courses--has now moved into administration as the dean of the College of Integrated Science and Engineering. So the new line is to fill that gap...

Think of the teaching requirements of this position as a general introduction to analytic visualization for undergraduates, with an orientation to application in a national security or intelligence analysis context. This position would work best for a visualization generalist who enjoys teaching undergraduates.

Review of applications begins in a couple of weeks. If you have any questions, please send them along...
Regards,
Steve

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Dr. Stephen Marrin
Associate Professor
ISAT/Intelligence Analysis
James Madison University
http://jmu.academia.edu/StephenMarrin
http://www.isat.jmu.edu/people/marrin.html

https://chroniclevitae.com/jobs/0000899300-01
Assistant / Associate Professor - Intelligence Analysis Program - 0406928
James Madison University<https://chroniclevitae.com/institutions/1651> in Virginia
Date Posted

September 14, 2015

Type

Tenured, tenure track

Salary

Not specified

Employment Type

Full-time

Assistant / Associate Professor - Intelligence Analysis Program - 0406928
James Madison University (JMU) seeks applicants for an innovative new faculty position focused on data visualization that will help prepare students as analysts in both private and public sectors, as well as government agencies, through its Bachelor's Degree Program in Intelligence Analysis (IA).  This position will be a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level (both depending upon the candidate's qualifications) and will reside within the larger Department of Integrated Science and Technology (ISAT), an interdisciplinary, dynamic and highly collaborative academic unit that is home to the IA program, along with the BS programs in Geographic Science and Integrated Science & Technology, and the Masters in Environmental Management and Sustainability.

The IA Program, a rapidly growing program in its ninth year, prepares a new generation of versatile, multidisciplinary analysts to work on future challenges in business, national security and society.  The program emphasizes methodology and synthesizes critical and creative thinking methods; technological tools for data collection, visualization and analysis; contextual understanding of an issue's political, economic, social and technological context; and strong communicative and professional skills to support decision-making. Graduates are well positioned for careers in the public or the private sector and have secured positions as analysts at major consulting firms, US intelligence agencies, defense contractors within the military and in law enforcement.

JMU is a comprehensive university, with an enrollment of approximately 19,000 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students, located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, approximately 2 hours from Washington, D.C., Richmond and Roanoke. JMU is regarded as one of the finest universities in the nation and has been cited in U.S. News and World Report, Changing Times and Money Magazine as an outstanding public university and as one of the nation's top 35 universities for undergraduate research.   James Madison University is committed to enhancing campus diversity and creating a more inclusive and diverse institution.

The position is full-time, with a focus on student-centered teaching, scholarship and service. The typical teaching load is 3 courses per semester and includes primary responsibility for the program's data visualization course, as well as helping develop (and teach) more advanced course offerings in GIS and other data visualization methods. In addition to excellence as an undergraduate teacher, the position requires an active program of scholarly activity that enriches the program and provides research experiences for undergraduates.
The position requires either a Ph.D. in a relevant academic discipline, or a masters degree and substantial professional experience in the field. Expertise using intelligence analysis tools such as Analyst's Notebook, Palantir, Semantica Pro and GIS is desired. Strong candidates showing exceptional promise in other areas of application will also be considered. The position involves serving as an active spokesperson for the IA Program to external constituencies and helping to develop a potential new certification program in geospatial intelligence.

Review of applications will begin on November 5, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. To apply go to JobLink.jmu.edu<http://ocadmin.jobtarget.com/inside/admin/v2/posting3/JobLink.jmu.edu>, reference posting number 0406928 and submit the following: 1) a cover letter that explains how the candidate fits the position requirements; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching and/or training experience and philosophy (Other Document #1); and 4) contact information for at least three professional references.  If available, evidence of potential as a teacher, such as teaching evaluations, should be attached as "Optional Other Document #2. Salary shall be commensurate with experience. Questions can be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Mike Deaton at deatonml at jmu.edu.

James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

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