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GeoPRISMS Mini-Workshop at AGU Fall Meeting 2015 – Save the date!

Posted on October 8, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

Please consider attending the mini-workshop on the Himalayan Seismogenic Zone that will be held during the AGU Fall Meeting on Tuesday December 15, 2015. Please mark your calendars today!

Further details about registration and mini-workshop programs will be available soon on the GeoPRISMS website and will be advertised on the Listserv.

The GeoPRISMS Office

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Mini-Workshop on the Himalayan Seismogenic Zone (HSZ)

Tuesday December 15, 2015, 7-9pm, Grand Hyatt Union Square, 36th floor

Conveners:

Larry Brown (Cornell University, ldb7@cornell.edu)

Judith Hubbard (Earth Observatory of Singapore and Nanyang Technical University)

Marianne Karplus (University of Texas at El Paso, mkarplus@utep.edu)

Simon Klemperer (Stanford University, sklemp@stanford.edu)

Hiroshi Sato (Earthquake Research Institute of Tokyo University, satow@eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp)

The April 25, 2015 Mw 7.8 Gorkha earthquake in Nepal was a dramatic reminder that not all great thrust earthquakes occur on oceanic subduction zones. This mini-workshop is intended to facilitate discussion and organization of possible international, multidisciplinary efforts to study the Himalayan Seismogenic zone to better understand both the threat of future ruptures in this region and mechanics of large thrust earthquakes at convergent plate boundaries in general.

Invited Speakers:

Jean-Phillippe Avouac (Cambridge) – Tectonics of the Himalaya

Judith Hubbard (Earth Observatory of Singapore and Nanyang Technical University) – Seismic Hazards of the Himalaya

Greg Moore (U. Hawaii) – Lessons from the MARGINS SEIZE Initiative

GeoPRISMS Prize for Outstanding AGU Student Presentations – applications now open!

Posted on October 5, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

Students, apply now to the GeoPRISMS Prize for Outstanding AGU Student Poster and Oral Presentations!

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Application Deadline: November 13, 2015

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The GeoPRISMS Program is offering two $500 prizes for Outstanding Student Presentations on GeoPRISMS- or MARGINS-related science at the AGU Fall Meeting in San Francisco, December 14-18, 2015. The two prizes, one each for a poster and an oral presentation, will be awarded to highlight the important role of student research in accomplishing MARGINS- and GeoPRISMS-related science goals, and to encourage cross-disciplinary input. Any student working on science topics related to the objectives of MARGINS or GeoPRISMS is eligible to participate. Students do not have to be working on a MARGINS- or GeoPRISMS-funded project to enter the competition. Students from the international community, as well as from the U.S., are encouraged to apply.

Presentations will be judged throughout the AGU meeting. Students will also have an opportunity to display their posters (or poster versions of their AGU talks) at the GeoPRISMS Student and Community Forum, beginning at 6:00 pm, Monday, December 14th at the The Park Central Hotel (formerly Westin Market Street, 50 Third St., between Mission and Market).

GeoPRISMS Student Prize winners and honorable mentions will be notified after the AGU Fall Meeting and highlighted in the GeoPRISMS newsletter and website, and their host schools will be notified of their achievement. For more information and to apply please visit the GeoPRISMS website at:

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Job Posting: Faculty Positions

Posted on September 30, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

1) Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Economic Geology/Mineralogy – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

2) Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Position in sedimentary basin analysis – The Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) at North Carolina State University

3) Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Remote Sensing – Department of Earth & Environment, Boston University

4) Assistant Professor Geophysicist – Department of Geosciences, University of Montana, Missoula MT

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1) Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Economic Geology/Mineralogy – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

The Department of Geology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites applications for a tenure-track position in economic geology/mineralogy at the assistant professor level, contingent upon available funding. The position would start August 16, 2016. The successful applicant is expected to conduct research and publish in ore deposits and teach courses in mineralogy, introductory geology, and undergraduate and graduate courses in ore deposits.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a large, research-oriented institution situated in a pleasant small-town setting southeast of St. Louis. The Department has a full-time faculty of 9 with about 70 undergraduate and 35 M.S. and Ph.D. students. For further information, please visit:

http://www.geology.siu.edu/.

Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in geology or a related field. Ph.D. candidates may be considered, but all requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed by August 15, 2016. The applicant must specialize in some area of ore deposits and demonstrate the potential for developing an internationally recognized, externally funded research program. Post-doctoral experience is preferred.

Effective Date of Appointment: August 16, 2016.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin January 4, 2016, and continue until the position is filled.

Application Procedure: Applicants should submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, and the names and contact information of at least three referees to:

Dr. Justin Filiberto, Search Committee Chair

Department of Geology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1259 Lincoln Drive, Mailcode 4324

Carbondale, Illinois 62901, U.S.A.

Fax: (618) 453-7393

E-mail: filiberto@siu.edu

SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

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2) Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Position in sedimentary basin analysis – The Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) at North Carolina State University

The Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) at North Carolina State University (NC State) intends to fill a junior (Assistant / Associate Professor) tenure-track faculty position in sedimentary basin analysis. Possible research areas include, but are not limited to, the relationship of basin evolution to mantle processes, linkages of stratigraphy to landscape evolution as a function of tectonics, climate, and sea-level change, the prediction of sub-surface porosity and permeability to model the movement of water and hydrocarbons, and the use of stratigraphy in paleo-environmental and paleo-biological studies. The starting date for this position is 15 August 2016. Candidates that combine surface and/or subsurface observations with numerical simulations, analogue models, or laboratory experiments to investigate the geologic history of sedimentary basins are preferred, and applicants should have a strong interest in interdisciplinary collaborations across and beyond the geosciences.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in the geosciences or a related field. Postdoctoral experience is preferred, but not required. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong potential for outstanding accomplishments in research, research supervision, and teaching. The successful applicant will be expected to teach an undergraduate-level course in stratigraphy, as well as other undergraduate and graduate classes commensurate with the candidate’s interest and expertise. An interest in participating in the Department’s capstone undergraduate geology field course also is desirable. MEAS places a high value on excellent instruction and the use of innovative teaching methods.

Affiliated with the College of Sciences at NC State, MEAS is one of the largest interdisciplinary geoscience departments in the nation. Opportunities exist for disciplinary and interdisciplinary interactions with more than 30 marine, earth, and atmospheric scientists. Additional information about the department and its facilities can be found on the web page: http://www.meas.ncsu.edu.

Review of applications will begin on 15 November 2015; the position will remain open until filled. Applications, including cover letters, curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, and contact information for three references must be submitted online at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/. Please search for position number XXXXXXX.

Founded in 1887, NC State is a land-grant institution distinguished by its exceptional quality of research, teaching, extension, and public service. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 34,000 students and 8,000 faculty and staff. National rankings consistently rate Raleigh and its surrounding region among the five best places in the country to live and work, with a highly educated workforce, moderate weather, reasonable cost of living, and a welcoming environment. A collaborative, supportive environment for business and innovation and research collaborations with area universities and the Research Triangle Park are compelling reasons for relocation to the area. NC State is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability. Applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged.

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3) Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Remote Sensing – Department of Earth & Environment, Boston University

The Department of Earth & Environment at Boston University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in remote sensing, beginning on July 1, 2016. We seek candidates that build upon and expand our existing remote sensing group, which is focused in the optical domain. We welcome applicants with expertise in any domain of remote sensing, but encourage applications from candidates with expertise in active or passive microwave, InSAR, LiDAR, thermal, or hyperspectral remote sensing, including airborne remote sensing from aircraft or unmanned aerial vehicles. The scientific focus for this position is open, and includes any thematic area related to physical, chemical or biological function of the earth system, including processes in oceans, the atmosphere, or on land. We particularly welcome candidates whose expertise complements our growing program in climate change science. Opportunities exist for collaboration in many domains, including land change science, natural resource management, crustal and land surface processes, terrestrial ecology, hydrology, and marine sciences.

The successful applicant will be expected to supervise graduate research in Ph.D. programs, teach at all levels in the Earth & Environment curriculum, and maintain an externally funded research program. We seek applicants whose research complement strengths in the Department and around the University. For more information about the Department, see http://www.bu.edu/earth. A Ph.D. at the time of appointment is required.

Please apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6256, including a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three referees. Should you have questions about the position, please feel free to contact Mark Friedl, Search Committee Chair, Department of Earth and Environment, Boston University, 685 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02215; email: earth@bu.edu. Review of applications will begin on Nov 10, 2015. Women and underrepresented minorities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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4) Assistant Professor Geophysicist – Department of Geosciences, University of Montana, Missoula MT

The Department of Geosciences of the University of Montana invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in Geophysics to start August 2016.

We are particularly interested in the areas that expand on and are complementary to our department’s strength in tectonics and our geographical location in the northern Basin and Range. Areas of specialization may include, but are not limited to earthquake seismology, seismic characterization of continental lithosphere, fault mechanics, near-surface geophysics, or geologic hazards.

The successful candidate is expected to establish both a teaching program and an externally funded research program that expand the scope of our departmental expertise and complement our existing strengths. Advising and supervision of student research at the undergraduate and graduate levels is also required. Teaching responsibilities are an average of three courses per academic year across the curriculum, including an upper-division undergraduate geophysics course. Start date will be Fall 2016.

Required Experience and skills

• A PhD in geophysics, geological sciences, civil engineering, or closely related field at the time of employment

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Evidence of excellence in teaching or of the potential for teaching excellence

• Evidence of research through peer-reviewed publications appropriate to career stage

• Capacity to effectively mentor undergraduate and graduate student research

• Capacity to effectively teach geophysics courses

Preferred Experience and skills

• Postdoctoral experience

• Record of or strong potential for obtaining research funding

• Potential to integrate with Geosciences faculty

• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students and colleagues

About the Department and UM

The Department of Geosciences has 11 tenured or tenure-track faculty members, about 100 undergraduate majors, and about 20 graduate students. The department’s mission is to develop new knowledge of Earth’s history, its environment and resources, engage our students in the process, and share that knowledge broadly. We have two areas of special focus: water and earth. In both areas, we analyze how earth materials such as water, minerals, sediments and rocks, and energy move and change.

UM provides a culture that values hard work, intellectual curiosity, diversity, collegiality, innovative thinking and teamwork, making it a great place to grow and develop professionally. Located at the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, UM attracts first-rate teachers, researchers, and students from around the world.

HOW TO APPLY: Visit http://bit.ly/1358geo to view full job details and apply online for full consideration.

Complete applications include:

• Cover letter that includes a summary of your interest in the position, a description of your specific research interests, and a statement about your interests, philosophy, and qualifications related to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels

• Current CV (including a list of refereed publications, record of funding and synergistic activities)

• Names, affiliations, and contact information for four referees

• Up to three publications

Application review will begin on November 9 and continue until the position is filled. Questions and requests for additional information can be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Rebecca Bendick (bendick@mso.umt.edu).

Diversity is a core value at UM—we welcome the richness of differences. AA/EEO/ADA/Veterans Preference Employer

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Please note, new job announcements (usually) will be distributed to the GeoPRISMS Listserv on the 1st and 15th of each month.

Chapman conference on slow slip–abstract deadline November 18th

Posted on September 29, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

The abstract submission website for the Chapman conference on slow slip (21-25 February, 2016, Ixtapa, Mexico) is now open. Go to: http://chapman.agu.org/slowslip/program/abstract-submission-guidelines/

The deadline for abstract submissions is November 18th.

Also see below for more information on the conference:

AGU Chapman Conference on Slow Slip Phenomena – 21–25 February 2016, in Ixtapa, Guerrero, Mexico

This conference will bring together scientists working on slow slip in all places where they are observed. Abstracts are encouraged based on the following topics:

Observations of slow slip phenomena
Fault structure and physical conditions where slow earthquakes are observed
Slow earthquakes and their relationship to large earthquakes and seismic hazard
Models and laboratory experiments
Improving observational methods for the analysis of slow slip phenomena

Visit the conference web site (http://chapman.agu.org/slowslip/) to learn more, including how to submit an abstract, register, and reserve housing at the AGU group rate!

Conveners:

Allen Husker (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México)

Heidi Houston (University of Washington)

Yoshihiro Ito (Kyoto University)

Program Committee:

Michel Campillo (Université Joseph Fourier)

Victor Cruz-Atienza (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México)

Satoshi Ide (University of Tokyo)

Matt Ikari (University of Bremen)

Vladimir Kostoglodov (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México)

Susan Schwartz (University of California, Santa Cruz)

David Shelly (U.S. Geological Survey)

Laura Wallace (University of Texas)

Job Posting: Faculty Positions

Posted on September 17, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

1) Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Geophysical Modeling – Brown University

2) Tenure track Position Sedimentology – San Jose State University

3) Tenure-Track Faculty Position Geology – Middlebury College

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1) Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Geophysical Modeling – Brown University

The Department of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences at Brown University (http://www.brown.edu/academics/earth-environmental-planetary-sciences/) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty appointment in Geophysical Modeling, including: mantle dynamics, thermo-mechanical properties of fluid/melt-rock systems, ice-sheet and glacier dynamics, and deformation of the crust and lithosphere. Candidates should complement and/or build on the Department’s current strengths in solid Earth and planetary geophysics that integrate observations and theory from seismology, geodynamical modeling, experimental studies of physical and kinetic properties of rocks and minerals, and geochemistry/petrology. Candidates are also encouraged to highlight potential links with our excellent programs in Applied Math, Computer Science and/or Engineering Mechanics. The successful candidate will maintain an active, externally-funded research program and enjoy a commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level. A Ph.D. degree is required, and postdoctoral experience is considered important.

Applicants should forward a curriculum vita, descriptions of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three references to: apply.interfolio.com/31293. Inquiries and other communications may be directed by email to: DEEPS@Brown.edu. Applications received by October 21st, 2015 will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is closed or filled. The start date for this position is July 1st, 2016. For more information visit: http://www.brown.edu/academics/earth-environmental-planetary-sciences/about/job-openings.

Brown University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We encourage applications from minority and women scientists.

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2) Tenure track Position Sedimentology – San Jose State University

The Department of Geology at San Jose State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Sedimentology. A Ph.D. degree in the Geological Sciences is required, postdoctoral experience is desirable, and a record of excellence in teaching or evidence of promise for excellence in teaching is expected. Research areas should complement current departmental strengths in tectonics, geomorphology, structural geology, and paleontology. The successful candidate will take a leadership role in teaching and curricular development of undergraduate and graduate courses in Sedimentology. Teaching in the field geology program and teaching non-majors is also expected. Research involving masters and undergraduate students is required, and external funding should be sought. Application closing date is Dec. 2, 2015. For more information please view the official job announcement at the SJSU website: http://www.sjsu.edu/facultyaffairs/unit3/tenuretrack/Employment/index.html. SJSU is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the core values of inclusion, civility, and respect for each individual. A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU.

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3) Tenure-Track Faculty Position Geology – Middlebury College

The Geology Department at Middlebury College invites applications for a tenure-track position in igneous or metamorphic petrology at the rank of Assistant Professor that will begin in September, 2016. The successful applicant will be expected to teach an introductory course in geology and upper-level courses in mineralogy and petrology, to incorporate the local field setting in their teaching, and advise undergraduate research. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop a research program that involves undergraduate students in their area of expertise, which may include igneous or metamorphic petrology, volcanology, mineral resources, or related fields.

Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in faculty teaching and research. An Equal Opportunity Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse faculty as we work to foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Through Interfolio, candidates should submit separate statements of teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation, at least two of which speak to teaching ability. Pre-interviews with selected candidates will be offered at the Annual GSA meeting in Baltimore. More information at http://apply.interfolio.com/30816.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. More information regarding background checks may be found here:

http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/administration/prospective_faculty/background_checks

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Please note, new job announcements (usually) will be distributed to the GeoPRISMS Listserv on the 1st and 15th of each month.

Job Postings: Faculty Positions, Postdoctoral Fellowships and JAMSTEC Scientist Positions

Posted on September 8, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

1) 2016 Exploration Postdoctoral Fellowships – School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) at Arizona State University

2) Tenure Track Assistant Professor – Earth & Environmental Sciences Lehigh University

3) Scientist or Technical Scientist – Research area, Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC)

4) Assistant Professor Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (Hydrogeology/Groundwater Modeling) – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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1) 2016 Exploration Postdoctoral Fellowships

Dear Colleagues,

The School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) at Arizona State University invites applications for the position of Exploration Postdoctoral Fellow. The fellowship provides opportunities for outstanding early-career scientists and engineers emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Research areas within SESE encompass astrobiology, astrophysics and cosmology, earth and planetary sciences, instrumentation and systems engineering, and science education.

Incoming Fellows will receive an annual stipend of $61,000 with health benefits, plus $9,000 per year in discretionary research funds. A relocation allowance of up to $2,500 will be provided. Appointments will be for up to three years and shall commence on or around July 1, 2016.

A full description of the application process is available at:

http://sese.asu.edu/ExplorationPostdocFellowships

ASU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that actively seeks diversity among applicants and promotes a diverse workforce.

Sincerely,

Judd D. Bowman

Associate Professor

Chair, Exploration Fellowship Committee

School of Earth and Space Exploration

Arizona State University

Phone: (480) 965-8880

judd.bowman@asu.edu

http://loco.lab.asu.edu

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2) Tenure Track Assistant Professor – Earth & Environmental Sciences Lehigh University

Lehigh University invites applications for a tenure track position in earth and environmental sciences at the assistant professor level. We seek individuals who will establish an internationally recognized externally funded research program. We are especially interested in candidates working across disciplinary boundaries or in emerging areas of earth and environmental sciences whose expertise contributes to department strengths.

Lehigh University and the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences have a strong commitment to the inclusion and engagement of our growing population of diverse students. We particularly seek candidates who will successfully serve as mentors and role models for students belonging to groups that are traditionally underrepresented in earth and environmental sciences.

Successful candidates will have a PhD, research expertise that contributes to department strengths, a commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate students, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The department expects several faculty positions to become available in the next 5 years.

Applications should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references, statements of research and teaching interests, and a description of experience and vision for enhancing participation of traditionally underrepresented groups to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/5945. To ensure full consideration the application should be received by November 1, 2015.

For additional Information contact Anne Meltzer, Search Committee Chair, EES Dept., 1 West Packer Avenue, Bethlehem PA 18015-3001, ameltzer@lehigh.edu and see the EES department web pages, http://www.ees.lehigh.edu/.

The College of Arts and Sciences at Lehigh University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lehigh University is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Lehigh University provides comprehensive benefits including partner benefits. Lehigh University is a recipient of a NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation award for promoting the careers of women in academic sciences and engineering http://www.lehigh.edu/~inprv/faculty/worklifebalance.html.

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3) Scientist or Technical Scientist – Research area, Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC)

We are soliciting applications for Scientists or Technical Scientists, who will take part in the third medium-term plan.

Research Description:

*Research and Development on air-sea interaction and boundary layer measurement in the tropical and subtropical regions,

*Research and Development on the chemistry of soft materials under reaction conditions mimicking deep-sea extreme environments,

*Research and Development on geochemical processes of submarine resources based on mechanisms of element concentration caused by marine environmental change,

*Research and Development on biogeochemical processes using organic matter from sediment and organisms,

*Research and Development on advanced engineering work technology for the deep-sea environment

Any scientific research field related to oceanography or the earth sciences.

Scientist: To contribute to the Agency, a Scientist should be able to perform world-leading research independently and share the results through scientific publications.

Technical Scientist: To contribute to the Agency, a Technical Scientist is expected to take a leading role in research, technology development, and technology innovation.

*There may be a change in affiliation in the event of reorganization of the Agency.

*It is possible that these positions could change. The details are currently under consideration.

Requirements:

Scientist: The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. and a strong record in a closely related research field.

Technical Scientist: The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. and a strong record in a closely related research and development field.

*Persons of any nationality and either gender are encouraged to apply.

*JAMSTEC follows the principle of equality of men and women as it relates to all recruitment.

Work Place:

Any of the following JAMSTEC research sites:

Yokosuka Headquarters,

Yokohama Institute of Earth Science,

Kochi Core Research Institute,

Mutsu Research Institute

Working Conditions & Contract Period:

(1) Number of positions: Several positions as a Scientist or Technical Scientist

(2) Type of contractTenure-track fixed-term employee

(3) Working Hours: Discretionary labor system

(4) Contract Period: Period of employment is from April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2021.

*Appointment date is negotiable.

*One contract period is a maximum of five fiscal years. The contract period will not be renewed.

*In accordance with the bylaws of JAMSTEC, on reaching the age of 65 years during an employed fiscal year, the contract period will expire at the end of the same fiscal year. This bylaw may change.

*After undergoing an evaluation during the period of employment, the contract may be modified to one without termination (termination of employment would be at the end of the fiscal year in which the employee reaches the age of 60, or the age of 65 if the employee is rehired after his/her retirement). For details on this system, please contact Human Resources Division II.

Salary:

Annual salary (paid in 1/12 equal monthly payments) e.g., JPY 6,000,000

*Salary will be competitive in accordance with the bylaws of JAMSTEC, based on the academic qualifications and demonstrated research skills of the applicant.

*There is no bonus or retirement allowance.

Terms of Employment:

(1) Upon appointment, the successful applicant will receive a relocation allowance in accordance with the bylaws of JAMSTEC.

(2) An allowance for commuting expenses will be provided.

(3) The employee and JAMSTEC will share the premiums for social insurance and labor insurance in the proportion specified by the current statute.

(4) The JAMSTEC employee cooperative provides various subsidies for mutual aid and welfare services.

(5) A housing lease service is available in accordance with the bylaws of JAMSTEC.

(6) Holidays and vacations: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, year-end, and New Year holidays. Annual vacations with pay, special vacations, leave of absence to care for a family member, and maternity leave are provided.

Application Procedure:

(1) Required documents

a) A CV (1 copy). A valid email and home address must be provided.

*Please specify whether you are applying for the “Scientist” or “Technical Scientist” position.

*Please include contact information for two references. These persons should be someone other than the person mentioned in g) below and should not be employees or Visiting Scientists of JAMSTEC.

b) A summary of your research (1 copy, A4 size, 1 page)

c) Your research plan at JAMSTEC (1 copy, A4 size, 1 page)

d) Publication (achievement) list including thesis titles (1 copy)

*Please list publications in refereed (peer-reviewed) journals separately from unrefereed publications (1 copy).

e) A list of competitive research funds awarded to the applicant (1 copy)

f) Two (or fewer) representative publications (1 copy).

g) Two letters of recommendation from two senior research scientists (1 letter from each). The person providing the recommendation should send the letter directly to JAMSTEC by POST. The applicant’s name should be written on the envelope. Letters of recommendation written by a JAMSTEC employee or JAMSTEC Visiting Scientist will not be accepted.

(2) Submission:

The required documents must be sent by POST and should reach JAMSTEC on or before the closing date. Documents in electronic format will NOT be accepted.

*Please write “PERSONNEL, FY2016 Fixed-term employee, Research Area, JAMSTEC” (in red) on the front of the envelope. Registered mail is recommended for confirming receipt of your application (no acknowledgement will be provided).

(3) Interview and appointment

Applicants will be selected based on submitted application materials, followed by an interview. Currently, interviews are scheduled in December, 2015 – January, 2016. The successful applicant is expected to join us on April 1, 2016.

*A travel allowance is available for applicants from abroad, but only under certain circumstances.

Closing date:

November 5, 2015 (The application documents must arrive at JAMSTEC by this date.)

*If there are fewer applications than expected, the closing date may be extended.

Contact (application documents must be sent to this address):

Kayo Staley

Human Resources Division II, Human Resources Dept., JAMSTEC

2-15 Natsushima-cho, Yokosuka city, Kanagawa

237-0061 Japan

TEL: +81-46-867-9590 FAX: +81-46-867-9095

(E-mail: jinji2@jamstec.go.jp)

(For inquiries by e-mail, please include “FY2016 Fixed-term employee, Research Area, JAMSTEC” in the title.)

Remarks:

(1) Submitted documents will not be returned to the applicant.

(2) Submitted documents will be managed safely according to strict rules. Personal information received during the recruiting process will be used only for recruitment screening and appointment procedures and not for any other purposes.

(3) The successful applicant should submit a certificate documenting his/her health upon appointment.

(4) Withdrawal of the application must be done by written notice.

(5) The above conditions may be changed at the discretion of the agency.

(6) For non-Japanese speakers, the interview and daily work will be conducted in English.

The Japanese government encourages social advancement of women. In accordance with this principle, in this call for applicants, JAMSTEC encourages all qualified female researchers to apply. If a male and a female applicant are evaluated equally, we will select the female applicant.

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4) Assistant Professor Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (Hydrogeology/Groundwater Modeling) – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Applications are invited for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in teaching and curricular development of undergraduate and graduate courses, to advise and direct graduate students, and to develop a rigorous research program that is supported by external funding. It is expected that the research program will focus on the responses of groundwater systems to climate change. Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary water and climate research efforts within Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences and across the university will be considered as an advantage. The candidate should demonstrate strong potential for research and teaching and must hold a Ph.D. in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field at the time of appointment.

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences offers B.S. degrees in Geology and Meteorology-Climatology, as well as M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. Primary research areas within the geological sciences include hydrogeological sciences, sedimentary geology, paleontology and paleobiology, petroleum geosciences, and geobiology. Research in atmospheric sciences is focused on meteorological hazards, climate change, and remote sensing. Additional information about our department can be found on our web site: http://eas.unl.edu.

To apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu, search for requisition #F_XXXXX and complete the “faculty/administrative form”. Applicants must attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three references via the above website. We will begin to review applications on October 31, 2015, but the position will remain open until it is filled.

The University of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

For further information, contact Dr. Richard Kettler, Search Committee Chair by email, phone, or mail at: rkettler1@unl.edu, 1-402-472-0882; Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 214 Bessey Hall, Lincoln NE 68588-0340.

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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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Pre-AGU GeoPRISMS Mini-Workshop – Save the date!

Posted on September 2, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

Please consider attending the following mini-workshop before the 2015 Fall AGU Meeting – Sunday December 13, 2015. Please mark your calendars today!

From rifting to drifting: evidence from rifts and margins worldwide

Further details about registration and mini-workshop programs will be coming soon on the GeoPRISMS website and will be advertised as well on the listserv.

The GeoPRISMS Office

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From rifting to drifting: evidence from rifts and margins worldwide

Sunday December 13, 2015, 9 – 5pm, Grand Hyatt, Fillmore ABC

Conveners:

Rebecca Bendick (University of Montana)

Ian Bastow (Imperial College London)

Tyrone Rooney (Michigan State University)

Harm van Avendonk (Univ. Texas Institute for Geophysics, UT-Austin)

Jolante van Wijk (New Mexico Tech)

The purpose of this workshop is to facilitate discussion on the current state of research into continental extension. Our aim is to be broadly inclusive by bringing an audience with widely varying backgrounds to a common understanding of the state of the art in this field. Our ultimate goal will then be to pursue a discussion on future research challenges for the community and how these challenges align with the existing science plans for the GeoPRISMS Eastern North America and East African Rift Focus Sites. We will organize this meeting around the following themes:

1. Melt generation in extensional environments: Mantle decompression,

thermal state and composition of the mantle.

2. Magma-lithosphere interaction: diking, metasomatism, thermal weakening,

changing the composition of the lithosphere, coupling between deformation and melt

migration.

3. Stretching of the lithosphere: Strain localization in brittle and ductile

rheology, rates of extension, punctuated events.

4. Feedback loops – rifting and surface processes: sedimentation, margin

architecture

5. Rifting and oceanic spreading – the missing link: Lithospheric breakup,

focusing of melt delivery, evolution of mantle deformation

AGU Chapman Conference on Slow Slip Phenomena Feb 21-25, 2016

Posted on September 2, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

This conference will bring together scientists working on slow slip in all places where they are observed. Abstracts are encouraged based on the following topics:

Observations of slow slip phenomena

Fault structure and physical conditions where slow earthquakes are observed

Slow earthquakes and their relationship to large earthquakes and seismic hazard

Models and laboratory experiments

Improving observational methods for the analysis of slow slip phenomena

The abstract submission site will open in September 2015.

Visit the conference web site (http://chapman.agu.org/slowslip/) to learn more, including how to submit an abstract, register, and reserve housing at the AGU group rate!

Conveners:
Allen Husker – Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Heidi Houston – University of Washington
Yoshihiro Ito – Kyoto University

Program Committee
Michel Campillo – Université Joseph Fourier
Victor Cruz-Atienza – Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Satoshi Ide – University of Tokyo
Matt Ikari – University of Bremen
Vladimir Kostoglodov – Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Susan Schwartz – University of California, Santa Cruz
David Shelly – U.S. Geological Survey
Laura Wallace – University of Texas

Job Posting: Two Assistant Professor Positions and One-Year visiting Position

Posted on August 20, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

1) Two Assistant Professor Positions Paleontology/Sedimentary Geology and Geophysics – OSU Boone Pickens School of Geology

2) One-Year Visiting Position in Petrology and Plate Tectonics, Calendar Year 2016 – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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1) Two Assistant Professor Positions Paleontology/Sedimentary Geology and Geophysics – OSU Boone Pickens School of Geology

The Boone Pickens School of Geology at Oklahoma State University seeks to fill two tenure track assistant professor positions: one in paleontology/sedimentary geology and another in exploration geophysics. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2016. The successful applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in geosciences or related field at the time of appointment.

For the paleontology/sedimentary geology position, we are seeking a geoscientist with research and teaching interest in paleontology as well as sedimentary geology and stratigraphy. Desired areas of specialization may include invertebrate paleontology, biostratigraphy, ichnology, micropaleontology, and paleoecology.

For the geophysics position, we are seeking a geoscientist with expertise in basic and applied energy exploration, and who is able to teach courses in seismic exploration and earthquake seismology, as well as providing other teaching activities to prepare students for the oil and gas industry. Specific areas of specialization include, but not limited to, seismic interpretation, reservoir characterization, and microseismicity-passive seismic.

The successful candidates are expected to work across disciplines within the Boone Pickens School of Geology and collaborate with faculty specializing in petroleum geology, environmental geology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, tectonics, and geophysics. We are seeking to fill the two positions with individuals who will develop vigorous and innovative externally funded research programs and who will contribute to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidates should be able to supervise MS and PhD students.

The School has state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with analytical instruments and computer hardware and software to facilitate teaching and research in the School’s areas of specialization. The School has a wealth of equipment for field acquisition of geological and geophysical data. The School also hosts the Devon Visualization Laboratory and operates a field camp facility near Cañon City, Colorado.

The application package for the positions should include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; three peer-reviewed publications; contact information for three references; and separate statements of research and teaching vision that include a brief description of how the applicant’s research will interface with that of the School’s faculty. In your cover letter, specify if you are applying for the paleontology/sedimentary geology position or the geophysics position. The application package should be submitted to: Assistant Professor Search, Boone Pickens School of Geology, 105 Noble Research Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74078-3031 or electronically to: geolsearch@okstate.edu. Screening of candidates will begin on October 15, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Position is approved for active recruitment; however, appointment is contingent on available funding. More information about the Boone Pickens School of Geology can be found at http://geology.okstate.edu. Inquiries about the positions may be directed to Dr. Estella Atekwana (estella.atekwana@okstate.edu) or Dr. Jack Pashin (jack.pashin@okstate.edu).

Oklahoma State University is an AA/EEO/E-Verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. OSU is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings. OSU-Stillwater is a tobacco-free campus.

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2) One-Year Visiting Position in Petrology and Plate Tectonics, Calendar Year 2016 – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The Department of Geological Sciences at UNC Chapel Hill invites applications for a one-year sabbatical replacement/postdoctoral position beginning 1 January 2016. The successful candidate will specialize in petrology and related fields and will be expected to teach two courses, conduct their own research, be a lively part of the department environment, and assist with student research. Teaching responsibilities comprise Petrology and Plate Tectonics (core course for majors) in the Spring 2016 semester, and a course of the candidate’s choice in Fall 2016.

Relevant facilities at UNC include two thermal ionization mass spectrometers for U-Pb geochronology and Sr, Nd, and Pb isotope geochemistry; an Element2 ICPMS with laser ablation; XRF; XRD; an SEM with EDS, BSE, and CL detectors; and a 1-atmosphere experimental petrology lab.

Applicants should apply via http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/81384 and by emailing the following with subject Petrology Search to the department’s Administrative Manager, Dr. Elizabeth Mullane Steadman, at emullane@unc.edu:

– concise letter of interest

– concise statement of teaching interests and experience

– curriculum vitae

– summary of research plans

– contact information for two references

Specific questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Allen Glazner, afg@unc.edu; information about the department is at http://www.geosci.unc.edu/. Review of applications will begin on 15 August 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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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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Reminder: 2015 GeoPRISMS Theoretical and Experimental Institute on Subduction Cycles and Deformation

Posted on August 19, 2015 by GeoPRISMS

Apply before August 21!

The Theoretical and Experimental Institute (TEI) for the Subduction Cycles and Deformation (SCD) initiative is now open for applications. The TEI is held on the three full days of October 12-14 and is intended to provide a summary of progress made in the science objectives of the SCD initiative (as discussed in the Science and Implementation plan available through geoprisms.nineplanetsllc.com). Applicants do not have to have worked on projects funded by GeoPRISMS. We expect a broad and diverse audience drawn from domestic and international researchers, including graduate students and early career scientists, who are interested in the structure and dynamics of subduction zones.

Funding

The TEI is funded by the National Science Foundation through the GeoPRISMS Office at the University of Michigan. There is no registration fee. Due to space restrictions the meeting will be strictly limited to 150 participants. We will be able to cover on-site expenses (venue costs, hotel expenses based on double occupancy, and breakfast+lunch) for up to 120 participants. Most participants will have to cover travel to and from the meeting. Partial funding for travel is available for students and postdocs. We will not be able to provide dinner on-site but there are plenty of restaurants nearby.

Confirmed participants whose on-site expenses are covered are expected to arrive on Sunday afternoon and leave on Thursday morning.

Organizing Committee

Jeff Freymueller (University of Alaska Fairbanks), Sarah Penniston-Dorland (University of Maryland), Donna Shillington (Columbia/LDEO), Kelin Wang (Pacific Geoscience Centre), Erin Wirth (University of Washington), Gene Yogodzinski (University of South Carolina). Ex officio: Peter van Keken (GeoPRISMS Office/University of Michigan).

Important Dates

Monday July 27: Applications are invited via the meeting webpage at /tei-scd-2015/

Friday August 21: Application deadline

Friday August 28: Successful applicants are invited to confirm participation

Friday September 11: Deadline for confirmation of attendance

Late September: Final meeting agenda is released

Location

The Portofino hotel at Redondo Beach, CA. The hotel is located just 8 miles (13 km) south of the main Los Angeles airport (LAX). Shuttle service is available for transport from and to the airport in addition to cab services).

Student and postdoc symposium

On Sunday before the meeting we will hold a student and postdoc symposium which will feature short presentations by the attendees and discussion with the conveners and NSF program managers. The meeting starts at 3 pm. We encourage all students and postdocs to attend and to arrange their travel accordingly, after confirmation of attendance.

Draft agenda

The agenda will develop as the list of participants is completed. We will have five sessions focused on different components of the subduction system (each featuring a keynote speaker and invited and contributed presentations) and a summary session. There will be ample time for discussion. We will have dedicated poster sessions in the afternoons.

Sessions with confirmed keynote and invited speakers:

The Incoming Plate

Keynote: Doug Wiens (Washington University)

Invited: Magali Billen (UC Davis)

The shallow fore-arc

Keynote: Kerry Key (UCSD)

Invited: Nathan Bangs (UTIG)

The Megathrust

Keynote: Laura Wallace (UTIG)

Invited: Rocco Malservisi (USF)

Slab Processes

Keynote: Brad Hacker (UC Santa Barbara)

Invited: Pierre Bouilhol (Durham)

Mantle wedge and arc crust

Keynote: Peter Kelemen (Columbia)

Invited: Ellen Syracuse (LANL)

Possible field trip to Santa Catalina Island

We may be able to organize an optional field trip (led by Sarah Penniston-Dorland) to Santa Catalina Island on Thursday October 15. This will give participants the opportunity to see amphibolite- and blueschist-facies rocks that have been exhumed from a paleosubduction zone. There is no NSF funding for this trip and participants will need to cover all expenses. We estimate that the cost (including transport from hotel to ferry terminal, ferry ride, transport on Catalina, breakfast and lunch; accommodation at the Portofino for one more night) is around $400-$500 per person. The departure time from the hotel (to catch the first ferry to the island) will be at 5:15am. Cost for participants who do not require an additional night of accommodation will be adjusted. Capacity for the field trip is limited and we will confirm participants on a first-come, first-served basis after receipt of payment.

If you are interested in participating in the field trip please send an email to Peter van Keken (keken@umich.edu) as soon as possible but certainly before the application deadline. We will follow up with details on logistics. Payment to confirm participation will be due by the end of August.