Department of Land Economics, National Chengchi University

Faculty Recruitment Announcement for the 2027 Academic Year

Area of Specialization: Spatial Information

In response to the rapid development of GeoAI, Earth Observation, spatial data science, and urban and environmental governance, and in support of national space technology policy, climate change adaptation, and intelligent spatial governance, the Department of Land Economics at National Chengchi University is strengthening its teaching and research in spatial information, artificial intelligence, urban and environmental spatial analysis, and land governance. We invite applications from qualified scholars with relevant expertise and strong development potential.

Position and Expertise

We are seeking one full-time faculty member in a spatial information-related field. Candidates should have expertise in at least one of the following areas: GeoAI, spatial data science, or dynamic analysis of urban and environmental space and its impacts. A strong record of interdisciplinary research and teaching is expected.

Position level: Assistant Professor or above
Requirement: PhD degree required

Teaching Responsibilities

The appointee will teach three undergraduate courses each academic year, with possible topics including: 1) GeoAI for Spatial Data Science, 2) Computational Methods for GeoAI, 3) Urban-Environmental Spatial Analysis, and 4) Climate Risk, Resilience, and Spatial Governance. At least one course per year must be taught in English.

In addition, the appointee will teach one graduate-level course each academic year, with possible topics including Climate Risk Analysis, Spatial Analysis for Sustainable Urban Development, GeoAI Applications, or a related specialized subject. This graduate course must be taught in English.

 

Application Materials

For the first-round review, the following documents should be submitted in PDF format:

1. Curriculum vitae and a complete list of academic publications; for journal articles indexed in TSSCI, THCI, SSCI, SCI(E), EI, or AHCI, the relevant index and quartile ranking, if applicable, should be indicated.
2. Copy of the doctoral dissertation.
3. Academic publications published within the past seven years.
4. Highest degree diploma and supporting documents for academic and professional experience.
5. Master’s and doctoral transcripts.
6. Two letters of recommendation.
7. Copy of a teacher certificate issued by the Ministry of Education, if held.
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Selection Process

Applicants who pass the first-stage review will be invited to an interview. During the interview, candidates will be asked to present their research achievements and teaching plans.

Applicants whose highest degree was obtained overseas should submit the verified diploma and doctoral transcript authenticated by the relevant overseas mission to the department one week before the interview.

 

Application Deadline and Appointment

Planned appointment date: August 1, 2027

Application deadline: All first-stage application materials should be sent by email to lgchen@nccu.edu.tw by November 2, 2026. If the deadline is extended, a separate announcement will be issued, and the department’s latest notice shall prevail. Materials exceeding 25 MB should be sent in separate emails. The email subject line should read: “Application for Full-Time Faculty Position in Spatial Information, Department of Land Economics – [Name].”

Contact Information

Telephone: +886-2-2939-3091 ext. 50642
 Fax: +886-2-2939-0251
 Email: lgchen@nccu.edu.tw
 Contact person: Ms. Chen