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New Zealand Draft Implementation Plan available

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GeoPRISMS New Zealand Primary Site – Draft Implementation Plan is now available for review

The GeoPRISMS Implementation Plan for the New Zealand Primary Site has been revised based on the outcomes of the GeoPRISMS Science Workshop on New Zealand, held in Wellington, NZ in April 2013.  The draft can be downloaded from the following URL, in pdf or word formats.
We encourage members of the community to review and comment on this draft over the next week or so. We will accept input from the community through November 22, 2013 ? two weeks from today.  Comments on the draft science plan should be sent to the attention of Julia Morgan, GeoPRISMS Chair (morganj@rice.edu). Comments will be considered by the writing team, and the document revised accordingly.

 The lead writers (listed below) have done an extraordinary job synthesizing the outcomes of the New Zealand workshop, and identifying the exciting directions for future GeoPRISMS and collaborative research. Many others not listed below also contributed to the implementation plan. All will be acknowledged in the appendix of the final GeoPRISMS Implementation Plan, and we thank you all for your contributions to this document!

 This document presents a broad portfolio of scientific objectives in New Zealand and nearby. Out of necessity, the GeoPRISMS Implementation Plan cannot include all possible research targets or projects in New Zealand, but emphasizes the key topics and questions prioritized by the community during the planning workshop. The scientific summaries are intended to be informative but succinct (citations are minimal), and the implementation plans tractable and achievable within the decadal time frame of GeoPRISMS, while also being flexible and open to arising opportunities.  Even so, the plan is ambitious, ensuring that the best science will have to compete for the available GeoPRISMS funds.  Naturally, additional funding strategies must be pursued to achieve all of the science objectives presented here, and strong international collaborations will no doubt play a key role.

 We look forward to your constructive comments to help improve and finalize the community implementation plan for the New Zealand Primary Site, and please remember – the deadline for comments is November 22, 2013!!

Julia Morgan, GeoPRISMS Chair
The New Zealand Implementation Plan Lead Writing Team Members (listed alphabetically):

Laura Wallace, University of Texas, Austin
Kathleen Marsaglia, California State University at Northridge
Susan Ellis, GNS Science, New Zealand
Adam Kent, Oregon State University
Nicola Litchfield, GNS Science, New Zealand
Demian Saffer, Pennsylvania State University
Susan Schwartz, University of California, Santa Cruz
Richard Wysoczanski, NIWA, New Zealand

Several Faculty Positions

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1) Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Remote Sensing & Geospatial Analytics – North Carolina State University
2) Tenure-Track or Tenured Faculty Position in Geophysics – University of Colorado at Boulder
3) Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Geochemistry – Stony Brook University
4) Tenure-Track Faculty Position – University of Texas at El Paso
5) Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Hydrology & Geomorphology – Penn State University
6) Assistant Professorship of Igneous Processes – Syracuse University
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) Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Remote Sensing & Geospatial Analytics – North Carolina State University
Position Announcement: Assistant/Associate Professor – Geospatial Analytics Faculty Excellence Position in Remote Sensing. Department of Marine Earth and Atmospheric Sciences – North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, U.S.A.
NC State University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level for a new Geospatial Analytics research and education program.  The successful candidate will lead research focused on advanced remote sensing and geospatial analytics of the Earth’s surface or shallow sub-surface, develop and teach related upper undergraduate and graduate courses, and assist with the implementation of a new graduate MS/PhD degree program in Geospatial Analytics. It is anticipated that the position will be with the Department of Marine Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS), one of the largest interdisciplinary geoscience departments in the nation (www.meas.ncsu.edu). The multi-disciplinary nature of the department lends itself to the study of severe weather and its impacts, coastal processes and ecosystems, land surface evolution, water quality and climate change.
This position is one of three hires in our Geospatial Analytics initiative supported by the Chancellor’s Faculty Excellence Program (http://www.ncsu.edu/faculty-and-staff/workthatmatters).  This effort will expand the very successful geospatial science research and teaching program (gis.ncsu.edu) to include more focused investigations into “big data “issues , 3D and multi-platform/multi-instrument remote sensing,  and complex spatio-temporal modeling.
Research and teaching in the Department of Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences address some of the most complex and important geoscience issues facing North Carolina and the world, including hurricanes, floods, climate change, water and air pollution, coastal erosion, the sustainability of fisheries, environmental cycles of critical elements (e.g., carbon and nitrogen), and the history of life itself.
Preferred experience to include one or more of the following:
·         Experience with hyperspectral imaging, IFSARE/InSAR and GPS Geodesy;
·         Experience using 3D remote sensing technologies and 3D photogrammetry;
·         Familiarity with development or applications of open source geospatial software;
·         Experience with UAV and robotic mapping technologies.
For full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 15, 2014.
The position and application procedures are described in detail at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/19853
Inquiries can be addressed to:
Dr. Helena Mitasova
Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Associate Professor
Box 8208
NCSU Campus
Raleigh, NC 27695
Phone: 919-513-1327
E-Mail: helena_mitasova@ncsu.edu

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2) Tenure-Track or Tenured Faculty Position in Geophysics – University of Colorado at Boulder
The Department of Physics at the University of Colorado at Boulder (CU-Boulder) invites applications for a tenure track or tenured faculty position in Geophysics to start August 2014.

Candidates with research interests in any area of Geophysics will be considered. We are particularly interested in the areas that expand on and are complementary to our department’s existing strengths in Geophysics and other areas. Example areas of interests include (but are not limited to) both experimental and theoretical mineral physics and geophysical fluid dynamics, broadly defined.

At present, members of the geophysics group in the Department of Physics at CU-Boulder are involved in studies of Seismology, Geodesy, and Geodynamics. Other departments on campus also have active research programs in various areas of Geophysics. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics/Geophysics or related areas. The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous research program and to teach Physics and Geophysics at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Theoretical, computational, and experimental candidates at all levels will be considered.

Application materials including a CV, research and teaching statements, and names and contact information of at least 3 references are accepted electronically at
http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/72978.

Review of applications will begin on December 4, 2013. However, applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Questions should be submitted to physicshr@colorado.edu.

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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3) Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Geochemistry – Stony Brook University
The Department of Geosciences at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor Faculty position within any specialty of the general field of Geochemistry. We seek a candidate with the potential to augment or build upon one or more of the department’s current research strengths in crystal chemistry, environmental geochemistry, experimental geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, low temperature geochemistry and theoretical geochemistry and who will be an effective teacher in undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of geochemistry and general geology, hydrogeology, mineralogy or planetary science. Details of the department’s areas of research emphasis and current facilities may be found at http://www.stonybrook.edu/geosciences/. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in the geosciences or closely related field at the time of appointment.  The successful candidate must also have the clear potential to establish an internationally recognized, externally funded research program that would include mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.

Applicants should apply by January 10, 2014 through AcademicJobsOnline.org at http://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/3305. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements and the names and contact information of three references. If needed, mail applications can be submitted to: Geochemistry Search Committee, Department of Geosciences, Earth and Space Sciences, Room 255, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-2100.

For a full position description and/or application procedures, visit www.stonybrook.edu/jobs (Ref. # F-8201-13-10).

Stony Brook University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educator. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Human Resources Services Department at (631) 632-6161 or the University Hospital Human Resources Department at (631) 444-4700.  In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (631) 632-7786. It can also be viewed on-line at the University Police website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/police.

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/fn3kd2d

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4) Tenure-Track Faculty Position – University of Texas at El Paso

The Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) announces a tenure-track faculty position to conduct original research and strengthen existing expertise in the fields of geophysics, tectonics, environmental sciences, and petroleum geology. We are particularly interested in candidates who are proficient in the acquisition, processing and/or interpretation of 2 and 3D geophysical data, can conduct regional scale studies, and have experience using the latest geophysical characterization techniques to improve our understanding of physical and/or hydrological processes of the Earth.

We expect to hire at the assistant professor level; however, candidates with exceptional qualifications, including industry experience, may be considered for a higher rank.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT, UTEP, AND EL PASO: The Department of Geological Sciences at UTEP has a faculty of 15 and more than 150 graduate and undergraduate students.  The Department is housed in an attractive 90,000 sq. ft. building, which contains faculty and student offices, laboratories, and classroom space, with research infrastructure that includes controlled source seismometers, passive source seismometers, gravimeters, magnetometers, and extensive computational and software resources.  The department was involved in the development of the Texan seismographs for controlled source experiments and currently operates 440 sensors.  It is also houses the National Seismic Source Facility an IRIS/NSF funded facility to aid investigators in controlled source seismic research. More information about departmental activities and facilities can be found at our web site: http://www.geo.utep.edu.  The Department also participates in interdisciplinary PhD programs in Materials Science Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, and Computational Science.

UTEP is a national research university with an enrollment of over 23,000 students, the majority of whom are Mexican-American.  The University, which employs nearly 3,500 faculty and staff, is located on the U.S.-Mexico border and adjacent to the State of New Mexico.  El Paso, Texas, is the19th largest and the safest big city in the United States.  UTEP’s strategic location, student body, and faculty research and expertise are focused on a range of topics of emerging national interest.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. in the geosciences or closely related discipline is required.  The successful candidate will be expected to establish a funded research program, to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research, and to teach introductory earth science as well as higher-level courses in the candidate’s specialty.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Review of applications will begin on Dec. 1, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled.  Anticipated appointment date is Fall 2014.  Applications must be submitted electronically via email in a single PDF document with “Faculty Position Application:  YOUR NAME” in the subject line.  Complete applications will consist of a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, complete contact information for at least three references, a statement of teaching, and a statement of research.  Applications should be submitted to:

Dr. Aaron A. Velasco, Chair of the Search Committee
Geological Sciences
Email: aavelasco@utep.edu

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

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5) Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Hydrology & Geomorphology – Penn State University
The Department of Geosciences at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, in the fields of Hydrogeology and Geomorphology. We seek colleagues who will continue strong legacies in hydrologic sciences and geomorphology, contribute to highly active and diverse research programs in the Department and College through the development of vigorous externally funded research programs, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their discipline. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in geosciences or related field at the time of appointment.

Assistant Professor of Hydrogeology: Candidates who creatively use theoretical, observational, and/or experimental approaches to address fundamental problems in hydrosciences are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in several campus-wide initiatives in water resources through the Penn State Institute for Energy and the Environment (http://www.psiee.psu.edu) and the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute (http://www.eesi.psu.edu).

Assistant Professor of Geomorphology and Landscape Dynamics: We are seeking candidates who conduct innovative research on landscape dynamics at a range of temporal and spatial scales in order to understand, for example, natural hazards, the evolution of Earth and planetary surfaces, and/or feedbacks between surface processes, climate, and tectonics.

The Department of Geosciences is part of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, and houses top-ranked research programs in environmental and climate sciences, geology, geophysics, and geochemistry (further information is available at: http://www.geosc.psu.edu).  The Department and College also host research centers with foci on climate, environment, energy, and policy, including the Shale Hills Critical Zone Observatory; the Earth System Science Center; the Penn State Ice and Climate Research Center; the Riparia Center; and the Center for Geomechanics, Geofluids, and Geohazards.  There are wide-ranging opportunities for collaboration in research and education in the College’s Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering and Energy Institute, and in departments within the Colleges of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences.

Candidates should send a complete curriculum vita, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for four references to: Search Committee Chair (please specify Hydrogeology or Geomorphology), 503 Deike Building, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802; application materials can also be sent electronically to: slg9@psu.edu.  Appointment could begin as early as July 1, 2014. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.  For further information or questions, please contact Stacie Hugney, slg9@psu.edu.

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.  Women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

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6) Assistant Professorship of Igneous Processes – Syracuse University
Igneous Processes – The Department of Earth Sciences at Syracuse University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in the general area of igneous processes. We seek a broadly-trained petrologist with expertise in data acquisition (field and/or experimental), and interpretation of magmatic processes on a variety of scales. The successful applicant will balance an aggressive research program with both discipline-specific graduate and innovative undergraduate majors’ courses, as well as introductory courses. We seek an individual with the capacity to collaborate across interdisciplinary boundaries, and interact with faculty and students in areas of existing strength particularly those in geodynamics, tectonics, thermochronology, isotope geochemistry, and paleoclimate studies. The Department houses extensive analytical research facilities. More information about the department is available at: http://earthsciences.syr.edu.  Applicants must possess a PhD with expertise in igneous processes. Applicants must submit their curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and names and contact information of three referees via https://www.sujobopps.com.  Applications will be reviewed starting November 1, 2013. The search will remain open until the position is filled. Syracuse University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to building a diverse faculty, and a vibrant, family-friendly community in Syracuse and surrounding areas. Candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues and community members are especially encouraged to apply.

Reminder: “Seismology in Alaska” webinar Friday 11/1

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The next IRIS webinar highlights “Seismology and Imaging beneath Alaska: EarthScope’s Final Frontier” from 2-3 pm ET (7-8 pm UTC) on Friday 11/1. Following the main webinar, Andy Frassetto (IRIS Seismology Swiss Army Knife) will provide a brief update on the test TA stations currently deployed in Alaska and the Yukon and preliminary plans for the 2014 EarthScope Transportable Array Deployments in Alaska.

Register to attend: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/574155874

You will be emailed a confirmation containing a link for accessing the webinar. The presentation and subsequent interactions between the speaker, host, and audience are recorded and made available within a few days. Access to the webinar archive, along with related materials and more information on the series is found here: http://www.iris.edu/hq/webinar/

Presenter: Dr. Geoff Abers, Lamont Research Professor, LDEO, Columbia University

Alaska is home to most of North America’s earthquakes, including the second largest ever recorded (Mw 9.2). It is also a place where subducting plates traverse the upper mantle, driving abundant magmatism in an arc nearly 3000 km long. From now through 2018, the Transportable Array will site, deploy and operate stations throughout Alaska, completing the coverage of the continental United States. Likely the TA will be supplemented by portable seismic deployments and by other related activities onshore and offshore. All of these build on knowledge from a small number of past experiences in the area, which provide clear evidence of the wealth of scientific opportunities and special challenges working in this harsh environment. I will provide an overview of some past experiments and projects, highlighting several for which I have personal experience.

A couple lessons emerge. First, seismicity is remarkably abundant, and constitutes the vast majority of earthquakes in the U.S. Besides the signals, such high seismicity levels present operational challenges. Second, the subduction zone produces considerable structure within the upper mantle, precisely where broadband arrays can provide the most information about the Earth. In two past experiments (BEAAR and MOOS) we mapped out the subducting crust and plate interface zone from near the trench to 130 km depth, over several hundred km, and observe hints of many other structures. At this scale, the TA is guaranteed to image a great deal of interesting structure, and focused experiments have even more promise. Third, logistics are challenging but not insurmountable if projects are well designed and logistical constraints are taken into account in their design. Road systems are sparse but exist in some parts of the state, and airstrips exist in many others, although helicopters are clearly necessary in many regions. Finally, many problems associated with great earthquakes and volcanism will require coordinated marine programs, since the plate boundary system does not stop at the coastline and the Aleutians are small islands. Ocean-bottom seismometers can play a critical role in both the thrust zone and around remote segments of the volcanic arc.

Overall, the arrival of USArray has tremendous potential to reveal fundamental properties of the nature of subduction beneath continents.

Any inquiries can be directed to Andy (andyf@iris.edu).

System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, 8, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer

REMINDER: ANNOUNCING Four GeoPRISMS Mini-Workshops at AGU

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Register Now to attend one or more GeoPRISMS Mini-Workshops at Fall AGU
   Please Register by: November 25, 2013 for fullest consideration
All Mini-Workshops are free of charge and open to all.
  (However, attendance and food may be limited; register early to reserve your space.)
Visit the GeoPRISMS website for further information and to register:
Questions? Contact the GeoPRISMS Office: info@geoprisms.nineplanetsllc.com
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“Kermadec Arc-Havre Trough Planning”
Pre-AGU: Sunday, December 8, 2013, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fillmore ABC, Grand Hyatt San Francisco (345 Stockton Street)
Conveners: A. Kent (Oregon State Univ.); M. Reagan (Univ. Iowa); L. Montesi (Univ. Maryland); K. Hoernle (GEOMAR)
Description: Coordination and discussion of science goals and marine field locales in the Kermadec Arc-Havre Trough in preparation for New Zealand primary site studies.
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“Field Logistics for GeoPRISMS Research in Aleutian Arc”
Pre-AGU: Sunday, December 8, 2013, 12:40 pm – 6:00 pm
Fillmore ABC, Grand Hyatt San Francisco (345 Stockton Street)
Conveners: P. Kelemen (LDEO); G. Abers (LDEO); P. Haeussler (U.S. Geol. Survey); W.S. Holbrook (Univ. Wyoming); B. Jicha (Univ. Wisconsin); J. Power (U.S. Geol. Survey); G. Yogodzinski (Univ. South Carolina)
Description: Advance coordination of shared logistical resources for field work in the oceanic Aleutian arc, including an assessment of available resources and community interest in use of shared facilities.
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“Exploring the Interplay between Solid Earth Tectonics and Surface Processes using Community Codes”
During AGU: Wednesday, December 11, 2013, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Fillmore ABC, Grand Hyatt San Francisco (345 Stockton Street)
Conveners: P. Upton (GNS Science); M. Behn (WHOI); J. Jaeger (Univ. Florida)
Description: Learn about the availability and performance of community modeling codes for coupling geodynamics and surface processes, and the Geodynamics Focus Research Group within CSDMS, co-sponsored by GeoPRISMS.
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“Collaborative Efforts in the East African Rift”
During AGU: Thursday, December 12, 2013, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Fillmore ABC, Grand Hyatt San Francisco (345 Stockton Street)
Conveners Part 1: C. Ebinger (Univ. Rochester); T. Fischer (Univ. New Mexico); S. Kattenhorn (Univ. Idaho)
Conveners Part 2: D.S. Stamps (MIT); W. Nelson (Univ. Houston); R. Moucha (Syracuse Univ.); A. Nyblade (Penn. State Univ.)
Description: Collaborative efforts and coordination in preparation for research in the East African Rift primary site:  Part 1 – The Eastern Branch Focus Site.  Part 2 – Synoptic Studies of the East African Rift.



                            

        
        

  	




				
					



	
    
    


		

    		
REMINDER: GeoPRISMS Prize for Outstanding AGU Student  Presentations

			                

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GeoPRISMS Prize for Outstanding AGU Student Poster and Oral Presentations


Application Deadline: November 11, 2013


The GeoPRISMS Program, successor to MARGINS, is offering two $500 prizes for Outstanding Student Presentations on GeoPRISMS- or MARGINS-related science at the AGU Fall Meeting in San Francisco, December 9-13, 2013. 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 9th at the Westin Market Street Hotel (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.


Visit the GeoPRISMS website for further information and to apply: /agu-student-prize.html


Application deadline is November 11.


For questions, contact the GeoPRISMS office: info@geoprisms.nineplanetsllc.com

                            

        
        

  	




				
					



	
    
    


		

    		
Seismology in Alaska IRIS Webinar rescheduled for 11/1

			                

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                    The next IRIS webinar highlights “Seismology and Imaging beneath Alaska: EarthScope’s Final Frontier” from 2-3 pm ET (7-8 pm UTC) on Friday 11/1. Following the main webinar, I (Andy Frassetto) will provide a brief update on the test TA stations currently deployed in Alaska and the Yukon and preliminary plans for the 2014 EarthScope Transportable Array Deployments in Alaska.


Register to attend: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/574155874


You will be emailed a confirmation containing a link for accessing the webinar. The presentation and subsequent interactions between the speaker, host, and audience are recorded and made available within a few days. Access to the webinar archive, along with related materials and more information on the series is found here: http://www.iris.edu/hq/webinar/


Presenter: Dr. Geoff Abers, Lamont Research Professor, LDEO, Columbia University


Alaska is home to most of North America’s earthquakes, including the second largest ever recorded (Mw 9.2). It is also a place where subducting plates traverse the upper mantle, driving abundant magmatism in an arc nearly 3000 km long. From now through 2018, the Transportable Array will site, deploy and operate stations throughout Alaska, completing the coverage of the continental United States. Likely the TA will be supplemented by portable seismic deployments and by other related activities onshore and offshore. All of these build on knowledge from a small number of past experiences in the area, which provide clear evidence of the wealth of scientific opportunities and special challenges working in this harsh environment. I will provide an overview of some past experiments and projects, highlighting several for which I have personal experience.


A couple lessons emerge. First, seismicity is remarkably abundant, and constitutes the vast majority of earthquakes in the U.S. Besides the signals, such high seismicity levels present operational challenges. Second, the subduction zone produces considerable structure within the upper mantle, precisely where broadband arrays can provide the most information about the Earth. In two past experiments (BEAAR and MOOS) we mapped out the subducting crust and plate interface zone from near the trench to 130 km depth, over several hundred km, and observe hints of many other structures. At this scale, the TA is guaranteed to image a great deal of interesting structure, and focused experiments have even more promise. Third, logistics are challenging but not insurmountable if projects are well designed and logistical constraints are taken into account in their design. Road systems are sparse but exist in some parts of the state, and airstrips exist in many others, although helicopters are clearly necessary in many regions. Finally, many problems associated with great earthquakes and volcanism will require coordinated marine programs, since the plate boundary system does not stop at the coastline and the Aleutians are small islands. Ocean-bottom seismometers can play a critical role in both the thrust zone and around remote segments of the volcanic arc.


Overall, the arrival of USArray has tremendous potential to reveal fundamental properties of the nature of subduction beneath continents.


Andy Frassetto (andyf@iris.edu) can be contacted with any inquiries.


System Requirements

PC-based attendees

Required: Windows® 7, 8, Vista, XP or 2003 Server

Macintosh®-based attendees

Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer

                            

        
        

  	




				
					



	
    
    


		

    		
GeoPRISMS Admin Coordinator,  Several Faculty and Research Positions

			                

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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.

                            

        
        

  	




				
					



	
    
    


		

    		
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                         The next IRIS webinar highlights “Seismology and Imaging beneath Alaska: EarthScope’s Final Frontier” from 2-3 pm ET (6-7 pm UTC) on Wednesday, 10/16. Following the main webinar, I (Andy Frassetto) will provide a brief update on the test TA stations currently deployed in Alaska and the Yukon and preliminary plans for the 2014 EarthScope Transportable Array Deployments in Alaska.


Register to attend: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/574155874


You will be emailed a confirmation containing a link for accessing the webinar. The presentation and subsequent interactions between the speaker, host, and audience are recorded and made available within a few days. Access to the webinar archive, along with related materials and more information on the series is found here: http://www.iris.edu/hq/webinar/


Presenter: Dr. Geoff Abers, Lamont Research Professor, LDEO, Columbia University


Alaska is home to most of North America’s earthquakes, including the second largest ever recorded (Mw 9.2). It is also a place where subducting plates traverse the upper mantle, driving abundant magmatism in an arc nearly 3000 km long. From now through 2018, the Transportable Array will site, deploy and operate stations throughout Alaska, completing the coverage of the continental United States. Likely the TA will be supplemented by portable seismic deployments and by other related activities onshore and offshore. All of these build on knowledge from a small number of past experiences in the area, which provide clear evidence of the wealth of scientific opportunities and special challenges working in this harsh environment. I will provide an overview of some past experiments and projects, highlighting several for which I have personal experience.


A couple lessons emerge. First, seismicity is remarkably abundant, and constitutes the vast majority of earthquakes in the U.S. Besides the signals, such high seismicity levels present operational challenges. Second, the subduction zone produces considerable structure within the upper mantle, precisely where broadband arrays can provide the most information about the Earth. In two past experiments (BEAAR and MOOS) we mapped out the subducting crust and plate interface zone from near the trench to 130 km depth, over several hundred km, and observe hints of many other structures. At this scale, the TA is guaranteed to image a great deal of interesting structure, and focused experiments have even more promise. Third, logistics are challenging but not insurmountable if projects are well designed and logistical constraints are taken into account in their design. Road systems are sparse but exist in some parts of the state, and airstrips exist in many others, although helicopters are clearly necessary in many regions. Finally, many problems associated with great earthquakes and volcanism will require coordinated marine programs, since the plate boundary system does not stop at the coastline and the Aleutians are small islands. Ocean-bottom seismometers can play a critical role in both the thrust zone and around remote segments of the volcanic arc.


Overall, the arrival of USArray has tremendous potential to reveal fundamental properties of the nature of subduction beneath continents.


Andy Frassetto (andyf@iris.edu) can be contacted with any inquiries.


System Requirements

PC-based attendees

Required: Windows® 7, 8, Vista, XP or 2003 Server

Macintosh®-based attendees

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(1)    Tenure-track Faculty Position in Tectonics – Boston University

(2)    Faculty position in Solid Earth Processes, University of Rochester. 

(3)    Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Geophysics, New Mexico Tech


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)    Tenure-track Faculty Position in Tectonics

The Department of Earth & Environment at Boston University invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in Tectonics, beginning in Fall 2014 (subject to budgetary approval). We seek applicants whose research encompasses broad field-based investigations aimed at understanding the evolution and dynamics of the continental lithosphere at regional to global scale. We especially welcome applicants whose research emphasizes interactions between tectonics and other aspects of the evolving Earth system such as Earth history, mantle dynamics, climate & sea level change, landscape evolution, natural resources, hazards, and more. Candidates’ research might span such disciplines as structural geology, geochemistry, geo/thermochronology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, tectonic-geomorphology, and paleomagnetism.

The successful applicant will be expected to supervise graduate research in M.A. and Ph.D. programs, maintain an externally funded research program, and teach at all levels in the Earth & Environment curriculum. We seek an applicant whose research complements Departmental expertise in solid Earth geosciences and integrates well with other Departmental themes. Interaction is encouraged with other departments including Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, and the B.U. Marine Program. 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, including a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three references.  Should you have questions, feel free to contact Ethan Baxter, Search Committee Chair, Department of Earth & Environment, Boston University, 685 Commonwealth Ave., Boston MA 02215 USA; email: earth@bu.edu. Review of applications will begin on Dec 1, 2013. Women and underrepresented minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. Boston University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.


Ethan F. Baxter

Associate Professor

Department of Earth & Environment

Boston University

675 Commonwealth Avenue

Boston, MA 02215


ph: 617 358-2844

website: http://people.bu.edu/efb/


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(2)    Faculty position in Solid Earth Processes, University of Rochester

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Rochester will be hiring a tenure-track faculty in Solid Earth Processes, in disciplines that include, but are not limited to Petrology and/or Geochemistry. The rank of the position is open, with a start date of July 1, 2014. We are interested in a dynamic educator and researcher who uses geochemical and/or computational approaches in their research and can establish externally funded, internationally recognized research programs. Preference will be given to applicants who can build cross-disciplinary programs involving undergraduate and graduate students that complement the University of Rochester’s strengths in tectonics, Earth and planetary evolution, geophysics, geochemistry, and climate science (see http://www.ees.rochester.edu for more information about programs in the Department). We seek applicants who can teach Petrology. The University of Rochester is a highly ranked research university, and Rochester’s cultural, educational, and recreational assets consistently place the city in the top 10 places to live within the U.S. Applicants should submit materials via: https://www.rochester.edu/fort/ees/.  Materials include a curriculum vitae, select reprints, statements of research and teaching goals, and the names and contact information of four references. The review of applications will begin December 15, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Rochester has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and, in that spirit, actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education.


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(3)    Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Geophysics, New Mexico Tech

The Department of Earth and Environmental Science of the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the broad area of geophysics, with an anticipated start date in August 2014. We seek an innovative geophysicist whose research addresses significant geophysical or geological questions.  We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in seismology; we will also consider outstanding candidates with other geophysical expertise.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or a related field at the time of appointment, as well as a significant record of research productivity.  The successful candidate is expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program supporting M.S. and Ph.D. students, teach two to three courses per year (graduate and/or undergraduate), advise students, and perform service to the department, institute, state, national, and international Earth Science communities.

New Mexico Tech (NMT), located in the central Rio Grande valley community of Socorro, specializes in science and engineering education and research, and has a present enrollment of approximately 2000 undergraduate and graduate students. The Earth and Environmental Science Department (EES; www.ees.nmt.edu) has an integrated undergraduate program in Earth Science and Environmental Science and M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Geophysics, Geology/Geochemistry, and Hydrology.  The Department consists of 18 faculty and approximately 120 undergraduate and graduate students.  EES and NMT also host the on-campus IRIS PASSCAL Instrument Center and EarthScope USArray Array Operations Facility (www.passcal.nmt.edu), which provide logistical, instrumentation, and data support for seismological and associated research. Additional on-campus geoscience expertise includes the New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources (geoinfo.nmt.edu), and Petroleum Recovery Research Center (baervan.nmt.edu).  New Mexico Tech additionally has equipment and facilities to support energy-related research and teaching, including computational resources, Landmark software, and a trailer-mounted IVI vibroseis system.  For additional information see www.nmt.edu or contact search committee chair Glenn Spinelli (spinelli@nmt.edu).

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a description of research and teaching interests and goals, and the contact information of three references to: Geophysics Search, New Mexico Tech, Human Resources Department, 801 Leroy Place, Socorro, New Mexico 87801. Official transcripts of pre-and post-graduate studies will be required if selected to interview.  For full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2013 (email applications cannot be accepted).  New Mexico Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

                            

        
        

  	




				
					



	
    
    


		

    		
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(1) Faculty Recruitment for a Multidisciplinary Initiative in Coastal and Marine Research, Florida State University.  Up to nine tenure-track faculty positions


(2) Tenure-Track Position in Organic Geochemistry, University of Colorado Boulder


(3) Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Hydrogeology, University of Illinois


(4) M.S. Student in Earthquake Seismology, University of Alabama


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) Faculty Recruitment for a Multidisciplinary Initiative in Coastal and Marine Research, Florida State University.  Up to nine tenure-track faculty positions




The President and the Provost of Florida State University are pleased to announce a major initiative to develop a multidisciplinary group studying the short- and long-term dynamics of coastal ecosystems, especially with respect to the interconnectivity among biotic and abiotic components of terrestrial and marine environments.  This strategic effort seeks to recruit as many as nine tenure-track/tenured faculty, open with respect to rank.  Faculty will have academic appointments in either the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science (EOAS) or the Department of Biological Science. Some of the new faculty hires can be based at the FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory (FSUCML).




Successful candidates are expected to interact synergistically with research programs in departments and interdisciplinary programs across the University, as well as develop new areas of interactions through research and graduate and undergraduate teaching. The sustained pursuit and growth of collaborative, externally-funded research programs are explicit goals of this initiative.


This is a very broad search and we encourage applications from candidates trained in the physical and life sciences who work on subjects related to coastal and marine systems.  Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, ecosystem or community ecology, conservation biology, invertebrate/benthic ecology, plant or algal ecology, fisheries biology, marine mammalogy, (bio)geochemistry, geology, climatology, hydrology, shelf circulation processes and biotic/abiotic system modeling.


Successful candidates will be offered highly competitive salaries and start-up packages as well as access to state-of-the-art research space, instrumentation, high performance computing and other facilities.  Faculty are expected to integrate into existing coastal and marine ecosystem research in EOAS, Biological Science and the FSUCML, with the potential to interact with the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies and the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Institute.  Further resources and support are available through existing programs with other institutions, including the Florida Climate Institute, the Deep-C Consortium and the National Estuarine Research Reserve System.


Applicants should provide a letter of application, full curriculum vitae, the names and contact information of three professional references and a two-page narrative describing their research interests that should include a statement as to how the candidate would complement this multidisciplinary effort at Florida State University. Application documents must be combined into a single PDF file and sent electronically to ecosystems.search@fsu.edu. Review of applications and nominations will begin November 15, 2013. Additional information about the programs at FSU and this faculty search can be obtained at http://www.research.fsu.edu/ecosystems_search/.




Florida State University is committed to the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, and to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive.  Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  FSU is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer.






(2) Tenure-Track Position in Organic Geochemistry, University of Colorado Boulder


The Department of Geological Sciences and the Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research (INSTAAR) at the University of Colorado Boulder, invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the field of organic geochemistry. This position is the first of three hires planned as part of a multi-year Departmental hiring initiative in Geobiology. We seek a geochemist who focuses on the molecular structure, biogeochemical transformation, and/or isotopic composition of organic matter, to determine its source, function, and/or ability to record paleoenvironmental parameters. The successful candidate will complement Department and Institute strengths in geobiology, paleoclimatology, geochemistry, and biogeochemistry. We seek a candidate who will develop a vigorous and innovative research program, and who will contribute to Departmental teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The University is providing a purpose-designed organic geochemistry laboratory in a new building dedicated to environmental research.This position will be filled at the Assistant Professor level. A PhD in Earth sciences or a related field is required at the time of appointment, and post-doctoral experience is preferred. This is a 9-month tenure-track position, rostered jointly in Geological Sciences and INSTAAR. To learn more about these units, and their affiliations with other on-campus institutes and Federal laboratories in Boulder, go to www.colorado.edu/GeolSci and instaar.colorado.edu.


See http://www.colorado.edu/ArtsSciences/overview/jobs/index.html for full job description.


Applications are accepted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com, posting #F00609.


Applications must include a cover letter; separate statements of research and teaching interests, to include a brief description of what the applicant considers to be the most important problem in organic geochemistry, and how they plan to address it; a curriculum vitae; reprints of three published papers; and the names and contact information of three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.


Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013, and will be accepted until the position is filled.


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. Authority to fill this position is pending budgetary approval.


For further information, please contact the Chair of the search committee, Tom Marchitto (tom.marchitto@colorado.edu).








(3) Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Hydrogeology, University of Illinois




The Department of Geology in the School of Earth, Society and Environment at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in the broad area of Hydrogeology. Relevant research areas include, but are not limited to:




– Experimental or field analyses of groundwater transport, chemical reactions, biogeochemical reactions, and fluid dynamics within porous media.


– Computational analyses and modeling of shallow and/or deep subsurface fluid transport, chemical processes, carbon sequestration, and/or water-microbe-rock interactions.


– Geoscience-focused studies of environmental groundwater issues, groundwater-surface water interactions, and resource sustainability.


– Remote sensing or geophysical methods applied to subsurface fluids.


The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is the flagship campus of the University of Illinois system and offers an extraordinary environment for hydrologic research and education. The Department of Geology has a long tradition of strength in Hydrogeology, with a highly ranked program and a large pure and applied research hydrological community on campus, including the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Illinois State Water Survey, Illinois State Geological Survey, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, and the USGS Illinois Water Science Center.


The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program and teach at undergraduate and graduate levels. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Applicants are expected to present evidence of excellence in research and teaching. The target starting date is August 16, 2014. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.


To apply, create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu and submit your application materials: Letter of application, CV, up to 3 representative publications, statement of teaching and research interests, and contact information for three professional references.  Referees will be contacted electronically by the department upon the submission of the application.  Applicants are highly encouraged to submit applications early to ensure that referees have enough time to submit letters of recommendation.




To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by October 12, 2013, with interviews likely in November 2013. Letters of references should be received by October 17, 2013.  Inquiries about the position are encouraged to the Hydrogeology Search Committee Chair at geology@illinois.edu.


Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).






(4) M.S. Student in Earthquake Seismology, University of Alabama




The Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Alabama seeks a motivated student who is interested in pursuing graduate studies in earthquake seismology. Support for one student research position (M.S.) is available starting Fall 2014 through an NSF-funded CAREER grant. Research projects will focus on characterizing the seismic structure beneath the northern Transantarctic Mountains. Prior research experience and computer programming skills are beneficial. The student must be willing and able to participate in several seasons of Antarctic fieldwork. For more information, please contact Dr. Samantha Hansen (shansen@geo.ua.edu).