Assistant Professor (UAS Remote Sensing and Geospatial AI)

Assistant Professor (UAS Remote Sensing and Geospatial AI) - University of Georgia Location: Athens, Georgia Position Type: Tenure-track, Full-time (9-month academic appointment) Start Date: August 1, 2026 Posting Number: F2584P Application Deadline: January 5, 2026 for full consideration; open until filled This is a joint position between the Department of Geography and the Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IAI) at the University of Georgia. The position seeks a scholar to leverage emerging UAS and AI technologies to develop novel sensing and onboard processing frameworks for Earth observation applications. The role combines research and instruction across both units, with tenure housed in Geography's Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain an active, externally funded research program - Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in specialty area - Instruct upper-level courses supporting Geography and IAI curricula - Collaborate with faculty across campus on multidisciplinary projects - Integrate uncrewed aerial system (UAS)-based remote sensing and geospatial artificial intelligence (AI) Required Qualifications: - Ph.D. in Geography, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field - Strong publication record in peer-reviewed venues - Research integration of UAS-based remote sensing and geospatial AI Application Materials Required: - Cover letter addressing background and position fit - Curriculum vitae - Research interests statement including multidisciplinary collaboration interests - Teaching philosophy statement - Names and contact information for three references Contact: Dr. Marguerite Madden, Search Committee Chair (mmadden@uga.edu) Skills: UAS, drone, remote sensing, GeoAI, artificial intelligence, machine learning, geospatial analysis, Python