Month: October 2013

1)      GeoPRISMS Administrative Coordinator (ID # 13020) – University of Michigan
2)      Economic Geology/Structural Geology – University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
3)      2 Tenure-Track Positions in Solid Earth’s Geosciences – Harvard University
4)      Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Landform Evolution and Surficial Processes – University of Wisconsin-Madison
5)      Assistant/Associate Professor in Geophysics – University of Oklahoma
6)      Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Geology – University of Akron
7)      Tenure-Track Position Director Earth Science and Observation Center – Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder
8)   Tenure-Track Faculty Positions – Earth and Atmospheric Sciences – University of Houston

PLEASE NOTE, NEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS (USUALLY) WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE GeoPRISMS LISTSERV ON THE 1st AND 15th OF EACH MONTH.
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1)      GeoPRISMS Administrative Coordinator, University of Michigan (ID # 13020)

The GeoPRISMS Administrative Coordinator, a full-time position, will assist the Office Director and Science Coordinator in program and meeting planning, program development, evaluation, administration and other GeoPRISMS Office activities.

Routine administrative activities: Works with the Director and Science Coordinator to perform day-today activities that include: responding to phone, in-person, email and social media requests, receiving, sending and distributing mail, maintaining calendar and contact mailing lists, drafting office correspondence and scheduling meetings and appointments.

Fiscal administration: In coordination with Departmental business office staff, monitors project budget activity to ensure compliance with sponsor, Department and University policies and procedures. Prepares and submits travel and expense reimbursements, submits purchase requests, monitors time reporting for Center staff, provides documentation to UM Financial Operations and Office of Research and Sponsored Projects for financial transactions, as needed.

Event and Meeting Planning: Working collaboratively with the Science Coordinator and Director, takes the lead in coordinating meetings and workshops, including: selecting and contracting for rooms and catering with venues, reserving lodging rooms, confirming participants, preparing meeting materials, providing on-site logistical support, and handling participant and employee reimbursements.

Publication assistance: works collaboratively with Science Coordinator and Director on the GeoPRISMS newsletter, website, brochures and other published materials

The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree, and have experience in accounting/bookkeeping, web site management, desktop publishing, and proficiency in both Windows and Mac operating systems and software are desired; Knowledge of University of Michigan policies and procedures and experience with the financial modules of Mpathways, M-Marketsite and Concur is required; minimum qualification is a high school diploma with 2 years of administrative experience. Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage diverse tasks are required. A background in geoscience may be an advantage. The position will require periodic travel to facilitate meeting logistics. Salary level is competitive and will be based on the qualifications of the candidate.

http://umjobs.org/job_detail/88240/admin_coordproject_coord

Please apply online at http://umjobs.org/, and enter appropriate ID number. Questions should be directed to Prof. Peter van Keken, Dept. of Earth Science, 2534 C.C. Little Building, 1100 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1005, USA. E-mail: keken@umich.edu. University of Michigan in an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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2)      Tenure-Track Position in Economic Geology/Structural Geology – University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Position: The Department of Geology at the UW-Eau Claire invites applications for a tenure-track position in the broadly defined areas of Economic Geology/ Structural Geology.  All ranks will be considered. The appointment will begin on August 25, 2014.

Qualifications: A Ph.D. in geology or a closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment.  The department is seeking to expand its expertise in the area of metallic mining and to complement existing strengths in the department.  Experience with the genesis and exploration of ore deposits, field-based structural geology, field geology, and/or GIS will be considered an asset.  Demonstrated success in teaching and collaborative research at the undergraduate level is desirable. The ability to enhance the diversity of the department and serve as a role model and mentor for women and/or minorities may also be considered an asset.

Responsabilities: Responsibilities include teaching, collaborative research with undergraduate students, advising, and service to the department and the University. Teaching responsibilities initially will include economic mineral deposits, structural geology, introductory geology courses, and a shared responsibility for field geology.

Department: The Department of Geology currently has nine faculty (including a new Field Geology Coordinator position), one hundred majors/minors, and offers a bachelor’s degree in geology.

To see the complete position description, please see: http://www.uwec.edu/Geology/upload/PD_economic-struct-geol-position_UWEC_final.pdf. Six of our faculty will be attending GSA in Denver (Mahoney, Hooper, Grote, Pignotta, Clark, and Castonguay).

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3)      2 Tenure-Track Positions in Solid Earth Geosciences –Harvard University

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences seeks to appoint two tenure-track professors in solid Earth geosciences, with an emphasis on the geochemistry and geophysics of the Earth’s crust and interior. The appointments are expected to begin on July 1, 2014. A doctorate in Earth Sciences or related discipline is required at the time the appointment begins. Successful applicants will be expected to establish an innovative and internationally distinguished research program that contributes to the vibrant intellectual community within the department. They will also be expected to demonstrate excellence and commitment to teaching, and be responsible for developing and teaching courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal http://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/5035): Cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, research and teaching statements, and the names and contact information of 3-5 references. We will begin to review applications beginning December 2nd, 2013. Harvard is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.

For information, contact: Prof. Jerry X. Mitrovica, Search Committee, Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138 (jxm@eps.harvard.edu).

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4)      Tenure-track Faculty Position in Landform Evolution and Surficial Processes – University of Wisconsin-Madison

The Department of Geoscience at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks a geoscientist for an assistant professor, tenure-track position in Landform Evolution and Surficial Processes. We are particularly interested in a quantitative and field-oriented geoscientist. Specialties may include, but are not limited to, glacial geomorphology, fluvial geomorphology, paleoclimate, environmental/climatic interactions, Quaternary geology, tectonic geomorphology, submarine geomorphology, and geologic hazards.

A Ph.D. in Geoscience or related field is required at the time of the appointment. Responsibilities include conducting scientific research, advising graduate students, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and performing appropriate university and professional service.

Potential collaborative interactions exist within the department (Geobiology, Geochemistry, Geology, Geophysics), with other departments and programs on campus (e.g., Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Geological Engineering, Geography, Nelson Institute for the Environment), with the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey, and with state and federal agency researchers in the Madison area (USGS, WI Dept. of Natural Resources, USDA).

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three references to lespsearch@geology.wisc.edu. If necessary, you can contact Dr. Basil Tikoff, Landform Evolution and Surficial Processes Search Chair, Dept. of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1215 W. Dayton St., Madison WI, USA, 53706-1692.  To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2013.

For additional information, please visit: http://geoscience.wisc.edu/geoscience/. UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. A background check will be required prior to employment. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

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5)      Assistant/Associate Professor in Geophysics – University of Oklahoma

The University of Oklahoma invites applications for a tenure track position in Geophysics at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Departmental interests range from the deep lithosphere, through hydrocarbon exploration, to near surface geophysics. We search for a dynamic candidate to supervise students at all levels, and to conduct independent, externally funded research program in his/her field of expertise.

The candidate should hold a Ph.D. in Geophysics; have a demonstrated research record, and an interest in teaching undergraduate and mentoring graduate students in lithospheric and exploration geophysics.  Salary, benefits, and start-up funds will be competitive and commensurate with experience.  The ConocoPhillips School of Geology and Geophysics has a large, vibrant faculty with a broad range of research activities and strong ties to the petroleum industry. The student body includes about 150 undergraduates and 100 MS and PhD students. The Mewbourne College of Earth & Energy possesses extensive software and computing labs of PC and Linux platforms networked to our own Beowulf cluster and to the OU supercomputer center (OSCER). It hosts numerous industrial consortia, a research institute focused on seismic monitoring, and a new field campus in Colorado for field courses in geology and geophysics.  The geophysics group conducts active research projects on several continents that are funded by NSF, industry, and foreign national institutes. The College maintains a comprehensive pool of geophysical equipment including GPR, seismic (active and passive), magnetic, and gravity instruments as well as extensive rock physics characterization laboratories. Through collaboration with industry, we have a suite of 3D seismic and microseismic data volumes that are used for teaching, algorithm calibration, seismic geomorphological analysis, crustal imaging, and a range of open source software for lithospheric-scale research.  Information about the School and College, the facilities and the entities that it houses can be found at http:/geology.ou.edu.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2013, and on-campus interviews will start early 2014. The search will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is August 16, 2014.  Applicants are requested to submit a complete vita/resume, statement of research and teaching interests, and a list of five references who can be contacted, including phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and mailing addresses. Questions or information requests may be addressed to Chair of the Geophysics Search Committee, at (405) 325-3253, or ougeophysicssearch@ou.edu. Applications and nominations should be addressed to Geophysics Search Committee, University of Oklahoma, Sarkeys Energy Center, 100 E. Boyd Street, Room 710, Norman, OK  73019-1008.

The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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6)      Tenure Track Assistant Professor Geology – University of Akron

The University of Akron is expanding its research and teaching strengths in the Department of Geosciences. Candidates for this tenure track position will be expected to develop an externally funded research program in one or more of the following areas: structural geology, surface processes and/or tectonics.  Responsibilities include a commitment to research and teaching. Teaching duties will include graduate courses in candidate’s specialty, structural geology, introductory courses and summer field camp. Preferred qualifications include post-doctoral experience, a clear vision of future research endeavors and a plan for obtaining external funding. Candidate’s specialty should enhance existing departmental core courses in geology. Additional information and the on-line application for job ID # 7749 are found here: https://www.uakron.edu/jobs

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2013. Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. LaVerne Friberg at lfribe1@uakron.edu.

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7)      Tenure Track Position Director, Earth Science and Observation – Center Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences University of Colorado Boulder

The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES, cires.colorado.edu), an interdisciplinary research institute within the University of Colorado Boulder, seeks to appoint a mid-career tenure-track faculty member to serve as director of its Earth Science and Observation Center (ESOC, cires.colorado.edu/esoc), a multidisciplinary research center that focuses on understanding the Earth primarily through the use of remote sensing techniques, often combined with in situ observations and modeling.  The scientific specialty area of the candidate is open, but is expected to include experience with remote sensing tools and observations.   The successful applicant will create a research program with productive collaborations within and outside CIRES that will lead to novel insights into Earth system processes and changes. Research areas that may be appropriate for this position include development and deployment of remote sensing instrumentation, analysis of diverse remotely sensed data sets, and modeling that focuses on the integration of such data sets.  The successful candidate will be appointed within a tenured or tenure-track affiliation in a relevant academic department including, but not limited to, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Aerospace Engineering Sciences, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Geography or Geological Sciences. In addition to developing a robust research program and leading the center, the candidate will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate remote sensing courses in an academic department. Minimum academic requirements include a PhD with demonstrated research record in remote sensing.

Applications must be submitted to Jobs at CU: http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/72885

To Apply:

1-      Upload curriculum vitae including funding history and publications.
2-      Cover letter (Professor Roger Bilham, Chair of the Search Committee)
3-      List of 3 references, including all contact information.
4-      Document 1- should be a description of the proposed research vision and program (up to 5 pages).
5-      Document 2- proposed teaching program and vision and possible academic department(s)(up to 2 pages).
6 & 7- upload two of your most relevant papers as Publication 1 and Publication 2.
8-    Proof of degree (unofficial transcripts or scan of diploma)

Deadline for applications is December 16, 2013.

Questions can be sent to Professor Roger Bilham (Chair of the Search Committee) at roger.bilham@colorado.edu

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-ada@colorado.edu. The University of Colorado Boulder conducts background checks for all final applicants being considered for employment.

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8)      Tenure-Track Faculty Positions – Earth and Atmospheric Sciences – University of Houston

Description: The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Houston invites applicants for the following tenure-track faculty positions. Candidates must have completed their PhD at the time of appointment. Successful candidates will be expected to build a vigorous externally-funded research program, and should be able to demonstrate productivity in peer-reviewed publication. Candidates will also be expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and will be expected to mentor MS and PhD students.

We expect to fill the positions by August, 2014. Candidate evaluation will begin on Dec 1, 2013, and continue until each position is filled.

Exploration Geophysics

Assistant Professor to Professor in the field of Exploration Geophysics, specializing in rock physics or reflection seismic processing, imaging, and interpretation. We seek candidates of outstanding ability in seismic rock physics, signal processing, algorithm development, and seismic data analysis. Strength in subjects such as experimental rock physics, elastic-wave propagation, tomography, migration, and inversion will be especially valued.

The successful candidate should have the ability to image, visualize, and interpret seismic data and will have use of our wide variety of seismic software packages, hardware systems, and geophysical data. The successful candidate will participate with an enthusiastic team of geophysics faculty and students in one of the leading energy communities in the world. Preference will be given to candidates with related industry experience.

Sedimentary Geology

Assistant Professor to Professor with a strong background in Sedimentology and Stratigraphy. Applicants’ expertise may be in process sedimentology, sedimentary petrography, sedimentary geochemistry, sequence stratigraphy, seismic stratigraphy, or in other areas related to the study of modern or ancient sedimentary systems for the purposes of understanding Earth’s history, surficial processes, or hydrocarbon systems. Applicants who have synergies with current department strengths, in geophysics, structural geology, geochemistry, and in stratigraphic interpretation, are encouraged to apply. Additionally, the ability to teach field geology will be considered a strength.

Geodynamics

Assistant to Associate Professor level in the broad field of Geodynamics. We seek applicants who address fundamental problems in geology and geophysics. Research interests may include, but not limited to, the fields of geodesy, geochemistry, geomorphology, seismology, potential fields, and petroleum systems. Preference will be given to individuals who take multidisciplinary problem-solving approaches and whose interests complement departmental areas of concentration.

Application Procedures:

Candidates for each position should submit: 1) a letter of application including statements of teaching and research interests, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) graduate student transcripts, and 4) names and contacts of at least three referees to:

Dr. Hua-Wei Zhou, Chair,
Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Room 312 Science and Research 1
University of Houston
4800 Calhoun Rd.
Houston, Texas 77204-5503

Further information can be obtained by viewing the departmental web page at http://www.eas.uh.edu/ or by calling the department at (713) 743-3399.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action: The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.