About the role
The Department of Environment, Culture and Society (ECS) is seeking a sessional instructor to teach GEOG 2700 Introduction to Geographic Analysis in the Fall 2024 semester. This course introduces students to quantitative methods for data analysis, including descriptive and inferential statistics. The successful candidate will deliver the lecture for this course, will design or adopt a lab curriculum, will train and supervise the Teaching Assistants (TAs) who will deliver the lab curriculum associated to this course. Course materials, including power point slides and assignments, are available to support the successful candidate.
The course description is as follows:
This computer-based laboratory course introduces students to quantitative methods used for geographic analysis. Students learn the fundamentals of statistical analysis of quantitative and qualitative variables and how to use computer software to perform these analyses. At the end of the course, students understand how to apply quantitative methods to answer questions of geographic interest, and have developed a working knowledge of the most commonly used statistical software in quantitative geography.
QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in Geography, Environmental Studies, or discipline sharing similar quantitative data analysis methods required; PhD candidates and/or relevant Master’s Degrees with professional experience that contributes to engaged scholarly teaching will be considered.
- Demonstrated teaching ability and expertise in the area of specialization.
- All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
About Thompson Rivers University
We are a comprehensive, learner-centred, sustainable university that serves its regional, national and international learners and their communities through high quality and flexible education, training, research and scholarship.
Our students have access to traditional undergraduate and graduate degree programs, certificates and diplomas. Robust laddering options mean flexible degree completion through online, distance education with TRU Open Learning.
We are community-minded with a global conscience, boldly redefining the university as a place of belonging—Kw’seltktnéws (we are all related and interconnected with nature, each other, and all things)—where all people are empowered to transform themselves, their communities, and the world.
TRU is a public post-secondary institution, funded by the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Advanced Education. We are a full member of AUCC (Association of Universities and College in Canada) and ACCC (Association of Canadian Community Colleges).
We are based in British Columbia, Canada. Our two campuses are located in Kamloops and Williams Lake.
About the role
The Department of Environment, Culture and Society (ECS) is seeking a sessional instructor to teach GEOG 2700 Introduction to Geographic Analysis in the Fall 2024 semester. This course introduces students to quantitative methods for data analysis, including descriptive and inferential statistics. The successful candidate will deliver the lecture for this course, will design or adopt a lab curriculum, will train and supervise the Teaching Assistants (TAs) who will deliver the lab curriculum associated to this course. Course materials, including power point slides and assignments, are available to support the successful candidate.
The course description is as follows:
This computer-based laboratory course introduces students to quantitative methods used for geographic analysis. Students learn the fundamentals of statistical analysis of quantitative and qualitative variables and how to use computer software to perform these analyses. At the end of the course, students understand how to apply quantitative methods to answer questions of geographic interest, and have developed a working knowledge of the most commonly used statistical software in quantitative geography.
QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in Geography, Environmental Studies, or discipline sharing similar quantitative data analysis methods required; PhD candidates and/or relevant Master’s Degrees with professional experience that contributes to engaged scholarly teaching will be considered.
- Demonstrated teaching ability and expertise in the area of specialization.
- All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
About Thompson Rivers University
We are a comprehensive, learner-centred, sustainable university that serves its regional, national and international learners and their communities through high quality and flexible education, training, research and scholarship.
Our students have access to traditional undergraduate and graduate degree programs, certificates and diplomas. Robust laddering options mean flexible degree completion through online, distance education with TRU Open Learning.
We are community-minded with a global conscience, boldly redefining the university as a place of belonging—Kw’seltktnéws (we are all related and interconnected with nature, each other, and all things)—where all people are empowered to transform themselves, their communities, and the world.
TRU is a public post-secondary institution, funded by the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Advanced Education. We are a full member of AUCC (Association of Universities and College in Canada) and ACCC (Association of Canadian Community Colleges).
We are based in British Columbia, Canada. Our two campuses are located in Kamloops and Williams Lake.