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1) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Geophysics – Carnegie Institution for Science, DTM, Washington, DC

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship to conduct independent research in geophysics. The Geophysics group in the Department of Terrestrial Magnetism currently consists of researchers working in the fields of mantle and core geodynamics, seismology, and volcanology. Related research fields on our campus include geochemistry, cosmochemistry, planetary astronomy, and mineral physics. The successful applicant’s primary field of research should overlap with those of the Geophysics group, but collaboration with other research areas on campus is encouraged.

Our fellows have access to a wide range of facilities. Scientific computing resources include the Carnegie Memex cluster in addition to local computing resources. DTM fellowships provide support for conference and meeting travel, computing, and the publication of results from postdoctoral work.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field by the time of appointment and a promising record of research and publication. Fellows are expected to begin in Fall 2017.  A C.V., list of publications, short description of thesis research, brief (2-3 page) statement of research plans during the postdoctoral fellowship, and three letters of recommendation by those familiar with your work should be submitted online at https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/dtm/ by 1 December 2016.  Creativity in the proposed research figures heavily in the evaluation of the application. Fellowships are for one year and are normally renewable for a second year. Address any questions you have to geofellowship@dtm.ciw.edu.

The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.

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2)  Geochemistry Research Associate 2 (LA-ICP-MS) – Western Washington University

Western Washington University invites applications for a professional staff position, with the primary role being to train, supervise, and assist students, faculty and visitors in the operation of the LA-ICP-MS for geoscience applications. We expect the person we hire to collaborate with faculty and students on research projects, to develop and pursue projects and proposals for external funding, and to refine and develop laboratory methods and procedures for geoscience applications of geochemistry. Required qualifications for the position are 1) M.S. in geoscience or physical science 2) Minimum 1 year of experience maintaining LA-ICP-MS instrumentation and performing data reduction for geological samples 3) Computer skills (e.g. Glitter, or other LA-ICP-MS data reduction software) 4) Demonstrated commitment to work effectively with a diverse student body 5) Good oral and written communication skills. For full position announcement, including all required and preferred qualifications, and to apply, see https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=7163. Review of applications begins Oct 19, 2016; position is open until filled.  To apply, submit a letter of application that specifically addresses the listed job qualifications, a current vita, and three professional references to WWU’s Electronic Application System for Employment (linked to electronic job posting). Questions regarding this position should be directed to Bernard Housen (Bernard.housen@wwu.edu) or Susan DeBari (susan.debari@wwu.edu).

WWU is an EO/AA employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

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3) Faculty Position in Geochemistry – Cornell University, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Cornell University’s Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) seeks to fill a tenure track faculty position in the general area of geochemistry, with an emphasis on magmatic and/or metamorphic processes. This is expected to be one in a series of faculty renewal hires. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to subduction-related processes; formation, evolution and recycling of the oceanic and/or continental crust; fluid-rock interactions at hydrothermal, metamorphic and magmatic conditions; and volatile recycling. Approaches can be theoretical, observational and experimental.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute intellectually to our broad program in solid earth processes, and to interact with other research programs and units at Cornell. Additional desirable attributes of the candidate include the potential for interactions with EAS programs in atmospheric and/or ocean sciences, and with other programs at Cornell including planetary sciences. The successful candidate will have access to a wide variety of campus facilities including those associated with Cornell’s Center for Materials Research, the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source, and the Center for Advanced Computing.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in an appropriate field, have a demonstrated ability to conduct outstanding research, and show promise for attracting external research support. The successful candidate will also be a committed educator, enthusiastic about teaching and supervising student research at all levels. We anticipate filling the position at the Assistant Professor level, but applications for Associate level will be considered; salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Cornell seeks to meet the needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches.

Applicants should submit: a cover letter addressed to search committee chair, Dr. Geoff Abers, a curriculum vita, research statement, teaching statement, and complete contact information for three references. Statements should include teaching experience and interests, leadership efforts, and contributions to diversity.

All materials must be submitted on-line at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/8080. Inquiries only should be sent to abers@cornell.edu. Review of applications will begin November 20, 2016.

Diversity and inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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4) Assistant Professor in Geophysics – Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences

The Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track position in the broad area of Geophysics, including theory, observation, and experimentation.  We seek an outstanding scientist with the potential to conduct innovative research and excel in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in geophysics or a related field by the start of employment. A complete application must include a curriculum vitae, one- to two-page descriptions of research and teaching plans, and three letters of recommendation.

Applications are being accepted at Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/8065. To receive full consideration, complete applications must be received by December 15, 2016. Search Contact: Ms. Karen Fosher, HR Administrator, EAPS, 54-924, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139-4307, email: kfosher@mit.edu

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

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1) Postdoctoral Opportunity in Seismology – Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of New Mexico

A postdoctoral research position in seismology is open in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of New Mexico. The appointment is for a full-time 1-year duration, renewable for a second year pending progress and funding. The work will focus on problems combining active and passive seismic imaging, ambient noise, seismic tomography and large N arrays. The successful applicant will join a growing seismology group at UNM and a vibrant seismological community in Albuquerque. Opportunities for teaching, mentoring, and outreach will be made available for those interested in pursuing an academic track.

The start date is flexible, and could begin as soon as January 2017. Completion of all Ph.D. requirements is necessary at the time of appointment. Application materials including a CV, statement of research interests and experience, and names of three references can be sent to Lindsay Lowe Worthington (lworthington@unm.edu). Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Worthington with questions or for more information about potential projects and available datasets.

Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

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2) 2017 Exploration Postdoctoral Fellowship in Earth and Space Science – School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE), Arizona State University

The School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) at Arizona State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will serve as an Exploration Fellow. The mission of the postdoctoral Fellowship is to foster SESE’s interdisciplinary research program by attracting and supporting outstanding early-career scientists and engineers to pursue independent research in collaboration with SESE faculty. Research areas within SESE encompass theoretical and observational astrophysics, astrobiology, cosmology, earth and planetary science, instrumentation and systems engineering, and science education.

Anticipated start date for the position is July 2017.  The expected duration of the Fellowship is three years.  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 will be provided.

Interested candidates should contact two current faculty members in SESE to discuss potential collaborative research topics and determine whether they would agree to serve as mentors. When a topic of mutual interest between the applicant and potential faculty mentors is identified, the applicant should submit a research proposal that includes: (1) a cover letter identifying the proposed research topic and the names of the two faculty mentors, (2) a current CV, (3) a research proposal not longer than five pages, and (4) two papers exemplifying the applicant’s research. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted separately. Preference will be given to proposals that include interdisciplinary research spanning multiple research areas within SESE.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. by the time of appointment, but received no earlier than 2012, in a field relevant to Earth and Space exploration, including (but not limited to) astrophysics, biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, physics, and planetary science. Applicants who received their Ph.D. prior to 2012 will not be considered.

Desired Qualifications: (1) research proposal that demonstrates relevance, interdisciplinary merit, and/or potential impact of the proposed research activities to the overarching “big picture” research questions in the field and to the mission of SESE, (2) a record of prior achievement and experience demonstrating the potential to accomplish proposed research objectives, and (3) evidence of strong verbal and written communication skills.

Application materials (and any questions) should be submitted by email to exppd@asu.edu, addressed to the Exploration Fellowship Committee. Applications will only be considered complete when all materials described above are received. Initial review of complete applications will begin on November 18, 2016; if not filled, application review will continue every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment.

More information about the Exploration Fellowship can be found at:

http://sese.asu.edu/exploration-fellowship

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html

https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/

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3) Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Geophysics – Department of Geosciences, Stony Brook University

The Department of Geosciences at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position in computational or theoretical geophysics. We seek a candidate with the potential to complement one or more of the Department’s current and traditional research strengths in geodynamics, seismology, mineral physics, and rock mechanics, and who will be an effective teacher. Details of the Department’s areas of research emphasis and current facilities may be found at www.stonybrook.edu/geosciences.

Interested applicants should submit a State employment application, cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements and contact information of three references to Academic Jobs Online at:https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7925. Electronic submission via Academic Jobs Online is highly preferred.

Alternatively, submit above materials to:

Faculty Search Committee

Department of Geosciences

Earth and Space Sciences Building, Room 255

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, NY 11794-2100

For a full position description, or for application procedures, visit www.stonybrook.edu/jobs (Ref. # F-9662-16-09).

Stony Brook University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Apply Here:  http://www.Click2apply.net/bntnywb7nt

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4) Imogene and Harold Herndon Professorship in Geosciences – Department of Geosciences, Trinity University

The Department of Geosciences at Trinity University invites applications for the Imogene and Harold Herndon Professorship in Geosciences. Appointment to this endowed position is at the rank of Professor with tenure. A Ph.D. in Geosciences or a closely aligned field is required. The position includes a reduced teaching load and a yearly discretionary budget.

We seek candidates whose research program is widely recognized, externally funded, and provides opportunities for meaningful involvement of undergraduates. Demonstrated dedication to and success in undergraduate education are required. The successful candidate will teach introductory geosciences courses, at least one upper-level course related to environmental geoscience, and other contributions to department and university core curricula. We are open to a wide range of research specialties, including but not limited to hydrogeology, aqueous geochemistry, soil science, climate science, and oceanography.

Trinity University (http://www.trinity.edu), founded in 1869, is an independent, coeducational, selective, primarily undergraduate institution with high-quality science, liberal arts, and pre-professional programs. Trinity is among the national leaders in percentage of graduates who earn doctorates in the sciences. Undergraduate enrollment is about 2500, with students from all areas of the U.S. and many foreign countries. The attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, the 7th largest city in the U.S., which is rich in heritage and ethnic diversity. The Geosciences Department is housed in the Center for Sciences and Innovation (http://www.trinity.edu/csi). The department has granted degrees in the geosciences for over 50 years and is a member of the Keck Geology Consortium. Further information about the department and this search can be found at http://www.trinity.edu/departments/geosciences/.

Applications or letters of nomination should be sent to herndonsearch@trinity.edu. Complete applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a detailed statement of undergraduate teaching experience and philosophy, documentation and/or evaluations of teaching effectiveness, a description of research plans, and the names and contact information of four professional references.  Review of completed applications will begin on December 1, 2016. Questions about the search can be directed to Dr. Glenn Kroeger [gkroeger@trinity.edu]. Minority and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.  Trinity University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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5) Assistant Professorship in Computational Ocean Sciences – Department of Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences, Old Dominion University

The Department of Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences at Old Dominion University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning fall 2017.  We seek candidates with research interests in marine ecosystems, oceanographic biogeochemical processes, and climate change.  The successful candidate will have a computational focus, preferably taking advantage of the increasing availability of large data streams.  Applicants whose research utilizes satellite remote sensing, numerical modeling, or ocean observatory datasets, especially in an integrated approach that combines different data sources and methodologies, are particularly encouraged to apply.

This 10-month, state-supported position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor.  Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in ocean or earth sciences or a related discipline.  Postdoctoral experience is preferred.  The successful candidate will demonstrate strong potential for outstanding accomplishments in research supported by federal peer-reviewed research grants and teaching as an individual and as a member of collaborative teams.  Good communication skills and the ability to mentor student research are important attributes.

The department has a robust undergraduate and graduate program with students pursuing B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees.  The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses that support our existing curricula in ocean and earth sciences as well as specialty graduate courses.  Many opportunities exist for disciplinary and interdisciplinary interactions with more than twenty-five other faculty in OEAS, its Center for Coastal Physical Oceanography, and other centers and departments within the university.  Information about the Department and its facilities can be found at http://www.odu.edu/oeas.

Applications should contain a cover letter, CV, succinct teaching and research statements, copies of three relevant publications and contact information for three professional references.  Complete applications must be submitted electronically as a single PDF at https://jobs.odu.edu/.  Please submit this PDF under the category “Media Portfolio.”

Review of applicants will begin 1 November 2016 and the position will remain open until filled.  Old Dominion University and the College of Sciences welcome the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses.

Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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6) Three Assistant Professor Positions in Coastal Science – Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium for Research and Education (LUMCON) seeks to hire at least three new Assistant Professors in the first phase of multi-year faculty expansion. We seek candidates in the following areas of coastal science: fisheries ecology, coastal hydrology/physical oceanography, plant ecology, biological oceanography, microbial ecology, and marine chemistry. Candidates should have notable research achievements, demonstration of funded research, or potential for funded research, and a commitment to education and outreach.

The LUMCON DeFelice Marine Center (http://www.lumcon.edu) is located approximately 2 hours southwest of New Orleans at the upper end of Terrebonne Bay in the Mississippi River delta plain between the Atchafalaya and Mississippi rivers. LUMCON’s unique locality encompasses numerous habitats in the Mississippi River Delta/Gulf of Mexico ecosystem, including extensive marshes, estuaries, rivers large and small, and the open Gulf of Mexico benthic and pelagic systems. The Center facilities include a seawater system, multiple wet labs, and a racetrack flume with laser Doppler profiler, state-of-the art environmental chambers, extensive aquaculture facilities and toxicology lab, a marsh mesocosm facility under development, and fleet of research vessels. Preference will be given to candidates who can clearly demonstrate a research program that maximizes the locality and research assets of the DeFelice Marine Center.

In addition, LUMCON represents a consortium of university and colleges across the State of Louisiana. The successful candidate will build a collaborative program with faculty at the DeFelice Marine Center and across the consortium of universities and colleges.

The position carries a 9-month salary. The initial appointment is for three years; following a review, the contract may be renewed for three more years. A six-year review similar to tenure is conducted for promotion to Associate Professor with a six-year appointment, but LUMCON is not a tenure-granting institution.

Submit electronic copies of 1) a letter of interest; 2) curriculum vita; 3) research statement; 4) education and outreach statement; 5) a statement of how your research program would use the location of LUMCON’s Defelice Marine Center and its assets, develop collaborations with faculty at both the Marine Center and at consortium member universities, and collaboratively utilize the resources of the consortium member universities; and 6) the name, affiliation, address, phone and email address of three references to hr@lumcon.edu with the subject LUMCON FACULTY CLUSTER HIRE.

Specific questions about the positions can be directed to Dr. Craig R. McClain, Executive Director, cmcclain@lumcon.edu (985-851-2801).

Review of applicants has been extended to November 1, 2016 and will continue until the positions are filled.

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1) Wiess Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship – Department of Earth Science, Rice University
2) Data Science Faculty Position – Department of Earth Science, Rice University
3) Science Writer/Communicator – Department of Earth Science, Rice University
4) Wiess Visiting Professor – Department of Earth Science, Rice University
5) Tenure-track assistant or Associate Professor appointment in Invertebrate paleontology – Department of Biodiversity, Earth & Environmental Science, Drexel University
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1) Wiess Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship – Department of Earth Science, Rice University

The Department of Earth Science at Rice University is inviting applications for the Wiess Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in the broad fields of Earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. awarded within three years of the time of appointment.

The research fellowship will be supported by the Department of Earth Science for two years pending satisfactory progress in their first year. The fellowship covers an annual stipend of $60,000 with a benefits package and an additional annual discretionary research allowance of $3,500.

Applicants are requested to develop a proposal of research to be undertaken during the fellowship period. The principal selection criteria are scientific excellence and a clearly expressed research plan to address questions at the forefront of Earth science, broadly defined. Applicants are encouraged to explore possible research synergies with faculty in the Department of Earth Science (http://earthscience.rice.edu), but the proposed research should encompass independent research ideas and explore new directions beyond the applicant’s Ph.D. Preference will be given to candidates whose proposals demonstrate independence and originality, and also the potential for collaboration with one or more faculty in the Department of Earth Science.

Candidates are required to submit:

A cover letter addressed to the search committee chair
A research proposal of no more than 3 pages (single-spaced) including figures
A current CV, including a list of publications
All documents should be submitted as a single PDF file by 15 November, 2016, to the chair of the fellowship search committee (esci-postdoc@rice.edu). In addition, three letters of reference should be submitted separately by each referee to the chair of the fellowship chair committee (esci-postdoc@rice.edu) by 15 November, 2016.

The highest ranked candidates will be invited to visit Rice in early 2017. Following acceptance, the appointment may begin anytime before January 1st 2018. For further information or questions contact the chair of the search committee at esci-postdoc@rice.edu.

Rice University, located in Houston, Texas, is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian university that aspires to path-breaking research, unsurpassed teaching, and contributions to the betterment of our world. Rice fulfills this mission by cultivating a diverse community of learning and discovery that produces leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor.

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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2) Data Science Faculty Position – Department of Earth Science, Rice University

https://datascience.rice.edu/faculty-position-announcement

As part of Rice University’s recently announced $150 million investment in research excellence, Rice intends to hire multiple faculty members whose research focus is in data science. We seek two distinct kinds of specialists: (1) data scientists who can make fundamental contributions to the theory, algorithms, and systems aspects of data science, and (2) scholars who work on emerging applications of data science to problems in health and medicine, urban analytics, and high-volume or high-velocity data-intensive science. A successful candidate might have demonstrated capacity in either of these specialties, or in both of them.

The Data Science initiative seeks candidates at all ranks, for employment as early as July 1, 2017. All new hires will have an appointment in one or more relevant department. Assistant Professors will have a single primary department that will be responsible for their mentoring and promotion. At higher ranks, appointments across multiple departments are desirable.

Individual departments at Rice also have active faculty searches this year. Those searches are distinct from the Data Science search and may include research areas beyond those included in the Data Science search. Interested candidates should consider applying to both the Data Science search and any appropriate departmental search.

Applicants to the Data Science search should submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research statement which describes how the candidate’s work fits with Rice’s data science initiative (not to exceed three pages including figures); (4) teaching statement; and (5) the names, professional affiliations, and email addresses of three references. For full details and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.rice.edu/postings/8141. These positions require a PhD, or PhD requirements fulfilled by November 1 of the year employment commences. Applications will be evaluated beginning on October 1, 2016 and will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled. Recommendation of candidates or questions regarding this opportunity can be directed to Cin-Ty Lee at ctlee@rice.edu.

Rice University, located in Houston, Texas, is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian university that aspires to path-breaking research, unsurpassed teaching, and contributions to the betterment of our world. Rice fulfills this mission by cultivating a diverse community of learning and discovery that produces leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor. From its beginning in 1912, Rice has been dedicated to excellence in all regards.

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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3) Science Writer/Communicator – Department of Earth Science, Rice University

The Department of Earth Sciences at Rice University is seeking a full time science writer/communicator. The science writer would be expected to spend 50% of her/his time promoting research in the department through news writing of current research, helping maintain content in departmental magazines and webpages, and serving as a public interface between the department and public. For the other 50%, the science writer would be free and encouraged to develop her/his own creative portfolio (such as popular science articles/books, peer-reviewed scientific papers, science blogs, graphic novels, etc.) and help faculty develop innovative methods for teaching and outreach. Opportunities available in the department include interaction with museums, participation in various institutes (Baker Institute of Public Policy), departmental/alumni field trips to every corner of the world, teaching of courses, science communication/policy research, scientific research, raising funds/salary for their own projects, etc. The ideal candidate should have good interpersonal skills, creative writing abilities, an appreciation for design, good oral communication skills, and a deep curiosity and passion of everything related to the Earth and environment. Familiarity with geology (from the deep Earth to the atmosphere), planetary sciences, energy, environment, and policy is required. Degree in Earth sciences or related subject along with some demonstrated experience in science communication is desired. Salary is dependent on experience level. To apply, submit one pdf document containing your CV and examples or links to your creative portfolio (blogs, webpages, popular science articles, podcasts, art, etc.).

Please go to the Rice-works to apply: https://jobs.rice.edu/postings/8261

Information about the department can be found at earthscience.rice.edu. Contact Cin-Ty Lee (ctlee@rice.edu) for more information.

Applications received by Oct 1, 2016 will receive full attention. Position will remain open though until suitable candidate is found.

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4) Wiess Visiting Professor – Department of Earth Science, Rice University

We are soliciting applications for the Wiess Visiting Professor in the Department of Earth Science at Rice University. Our department has lively research programs in

Carbonate and Clastic Sedimentology and Coastal Processes
Paleoclimatology
Atmospheric Chemistry
Biogeochemistry
Geobiology
Low and High Temperature Geochemistry
Petrology
Rock Physics and Geomechanics
Environmental, Exploration, Solid Earth and Theoretical Seismology
Crustal and Mantle Structure and Geodynamics,
Planetary Science
We invite applications from established scientists whose research falls in any of these areas, and request that you identify one or more of our faculty whose research interests overlap yours. The department is characterized by collegiality and interdisciplinary research. Our faculty have ties to the Rice Departments of Biosciences, Chemistry, Computational and Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics and Astronomy. We also have strong ties to the local petroleum industry, the NASA Johnson Space Center, and the Lunar Planetary Institute.

The Wiess Visiting Professorship provides travel expenses to and from Rice, and living expenses while in residence, details are negotiable. Visiting Professors are typically in residence from a few months to a full academic year. Ideally Wiess Visiting Professors interact at a high level with members of our department, often through topical seminars. We particularly encourage women and minority geoscientists to apply.

For more details about our Department, and see: http://earthscience.rice.edu

and http://earthscience.rice.edu/directory/wiess-visiting-professor/ for a list of previous Wiess Visiting Professors.

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5) Tenure-track assistant or Associate Professor appointment in Invertebrate paleontology – Department of Biodiversity, Earth & Environmental Science, Drexel University

The Department of Biodiversity, Earth & Environmental Science at Drexel University seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor appointment in invertebrate paleontology. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, Systematic and Evolutionary Biology, Paleoecology, Climatology and Conservation Paleobiology, with the aim of deploying paleontological data to understand patterns of global change. The successful candidate will develop a research program in their subject area; will teach courses in Invertebrate Paleontology and Stratigraphy, and other potential courses; and will be Curator of the Invertebrate Paleontology collection at Drexel’s Academy of Natural Sciences. The ability to collaborate with other research groups at the university, such as Environmental Biogeochemistry and Environmental Engineering, is a plus. Drexel University emphasizes experiential learning and field-oriented candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Geology, Invertebrate Paleontology, or a related field, a record of scientific achievement, a strong interest in undergraduate and graduate teaching, and must be able to develop a high-quality, externally-funded research program. For the Associate level, the candidate must demonstrate extramural funding. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a summary of research experience, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of three or more references with postal address, email address, and telephone number. Applicants should apply online at drexeljobs.com (Position # 7849). Review of applications will begin December 1st, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquires may be sent to Dr. Gary Rosenberg, Search Committee Chair, at gr347@drexel.edu.

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1) Secondary ion probe (SIMS) manager – Department of Geosciences, Virginia Tech

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1) Secondary ion probe (SIMS) manager – Dept of Geosciences, Virginia Tech

The department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech (VT) is looking for a Senior Project Associate to manage VT’s secondary ion probe Cameca IMS 7f GEO SIMS. The responsibilities of the manager includes: instrument maintenance, analytical protocol development and software update, data collection, training and support of ion-probe users. The candidate must have a strong understanding of micro-analytical analyses. Experience with SIMS instrumentation is required. The position also requires good interpersonal skills to interact with diverse users, including graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, postdocs and visiting researchers. The candidate will also help billing, bookkeeping and scheduling of user, as well as providing assistance for users during analytical work. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and list of three references to jobs.vt.edu. Please apply at https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/69060 posting # SR0160046. Review of applications will begin on Nov, 28 2016. For any questions contact the chair of the search committee Prof. Esteban Gazel at egazel@vt.edu

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2) Tenure-track position in Paleontology – Department of Geology at San José State University

The Department of Geology at San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Paleontology. A Ph.D. degree in the Earth Sciences is required. Postdoctoral experience is desirable, and a proven record of excellence in teaching or evidence of promise for excellence in teaching is expected. Research interests may include the interdisciplinary fields of paleobiology, paleoceanography, global change/paleoclimatology and carbonate sedimentology and should complement current departmental strengths in tectonics, petrology/geochemistry, geomorphology, sedimentology/stratigraphy, structural geology, and field geology. The successful candidate must have the interest and ability to teach Paleontology and an undergraduate Earth Systems course and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in his or her area of expertise. Teaching non-majors is also expected. Research involving masters and undergraduate students is required, and external funding must be sought. Apply by Nov. 1, 2016 for full consideration. 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.

Note: although the position is listed as Paleontology, we are seeking applicants who may have appreciable cross-disciplinary expertise, and we are hoping to cast a wide net. Many thanks for your consideration.

) Faculty Position in Geodynamics – Northwestern University, Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences

2) Postdoctoral Position in Geodynamical Modeling – Penn State

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1) Faculty Position in Geodynamics – Northwestern University, Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in geodynamics, to begin fall 2017.

We seek a creative and innovative scientist to develop an active research program in the broad range of dynamic processes of the solid Earth and/or planets. Areas of specialization are open, but candidates whose expertise complements that of existing faculty in solid Earth geophysics, planetary science and habitability, natural hazards, seismology, and mineral physics are especially encouraged.

The successful candidate is expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses and develop a vibrant, externally funded research program. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment.

Review of applications will begin October 15th and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to visit http://www.earth.northwestern.edu. Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, description of research and teaching objectives and accomplishments, selected reprints/preprints, and the names and email addresses of at least three references.

AA/EOE. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

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2) Postdoctoral Position in Geodynamical Modeling – Penn State

Postdoctoral position in geodynamical modeling, to work on newly-funded NSF project entitled “Collaborative Research: Controls on along-strike variations in locked and creeping megathrust behavior at the Hikurangi convergent margin”. The project is an interdisciplinary, multinational program focused on the Hikurangi margin in New Zealand, aimed at evaluating processes that govern both slip behavior and long-term deformation at subduction zones via an integrated approach combining large-scale seismic imaging, paleoseismology, and geomorphology, focused through the lens?of state-of-the-art numerical modeling. The position is funded for 2.5 years, with an anticipated start date of August 2017. The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with PIs Demian Saffer (Penn State) and Susan Ellis (GNS Science, Wellington) to lead a numerical modeling effort that couples deformation, fluid flow, and mass transfer, using existing vetted modeling codes. The postdoc will also work with others on the project to integrate the modeling study with seismic imaging and geomorphology results, as well as with upcoming IODP drilling efforts planned for early 2018. The postdoc will be part of a vibrant and diverse laboratory group within the Penn State Center for Geomechanics, Geofluids, and GeoHazards (G3 center; http://g3.ems.psu.edu), with opportunities to link the modeling efforts with ongoing studies of friction, petrophysics, and rock mechanics. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Geoscience, Geophysics, or a closely related field; experience in quantitative modeling applied to Earth sciences is preferred. Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, a brief (1-2 page) statement of interest, and the names of three references via https://psu.jobs/job/66318. Materials will be reviewed beginning Oct. 15, 2016 and will be accepted until the position is filled.

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