1) Assistant Professor of Geology – Dept. of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences, UCLA
2) Tenure-Track (assistant/associate/full) Professor in Marine Geoscience (Geochemistry) – Seoul National University School of Earth
3) Assistant Professor Earth Systems History – College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon
4) Assistant Professor Sedimentology – University of Alabama, Dept of Geological Sciences
5) Assistant Professor Seismic Stratigraphy – University of Alabama, Dept of Geological Sciences
6) Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Coastal & Marine Initiative: Geomorphology, Hydrology, Physical Oceanography and Air-Sea Interactions – Florida State University
7) Assistant Professor Geophysics –University of Arizona, Dept of Geosciences
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1) Assistant Professor of Geology – Dept. of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences, UCLA
The Department of Earth, Planetary and Space Sciences seeks an assistant professor in geology. We encourage applicants from all sub-disciplines of geology but preference may be given to candidates with experience on both sides of the cover/bedrock interface or who complement existing strengths in tectonics, paleoclimate, geochronology, and sedimentology. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in geological sciences or a related field. Selection will begin on October 1, 2014. Please include a curriculum vitae, list of publications, statement of teaching and research, names and email addresses of three referees, electronic copies of up to five significant publications, and a cover letter addressing how your experience fits the job description. Electronic applications should be directed to the Chair of the Geology/Surface Processes Search Committee at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00331. Inquiries may be directed to geologysurfaceprocesses_search@epss.ucla.edu.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and has a commitment to enhance diversity in the geosciences at UCLA (see https://faculty.diversity.ucla.edu). Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please consult the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy.
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2) Tenure-track (assistant/associate/full) Professor in Marine Geoscience (Geochemistry) – Seoul National University School of Earth
Seoul National University, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences is searching for one tenure-track (assistant/associate/full) professor in Marine Geoscience (Geochemistry). This position was created to promote diversity within the university. Competent applicants are encouraged to apply (September 23 – October 22, 2014). For more information, please contact Prof. Sang-Mook Lee (smlee@snu.ac.kr). (http://cns.snu.ac.kr/).
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3) Assistant Professor Earth Systems History – College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon
Applications are invited by the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. The position terms can be 9 month, 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) faculty position, or 12-month position at 0.75 FTE. For either, grant funds can augment the university-provided salary. Conduct research and teach in the area of sedimentary geology, focusing on the use of pre-Quaternary sedimentary records as a basis for investigation of solid earth, oceanic, atmospheric, and surficial processes and interactions. Areas of expertise may include: paleoclimatology, past ocean and atmospheric chemistry and circulation, and tectonic and/or geodynamic influences on earth surface processes. Duties: teach undergraduate courses in earth history, stratigraphy and sedimentology, geology field methods, and graduate courses in area of specialty; establish an externally funded program of scholarly research; and college/university service. Requires a PhD geology, oceanography, or a closely related field; record of significant and innovative research that uses the sedimentary record to explore Earth Systems History; strong scholarly potential; potential for establishing a research program; potential to contribute to the teaching excellence in the undergrad/graduate programs; potential for mentoring; and proficiency in English. See job posting: http://oregonstate.edu/jobs/#0012926. For full consideration apply by 11/03/2014. Closing date: 12/15/2014.
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4) Assistant Professor Sedimentology – University of Alabama, Dept of Geological Sciences
The Department of Geological Sciences at The University of Alabama invites applications for an Assistant Professor tenure-track faculty position in sedimentology beginning August 2015. Candidates must have a strong record of research and teaching, and must have received their Ph.D. in Geosciences at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an externally-funded research program, attract and supervise graduate students, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sedimentology/stratigraphy, and introductory geology. The department has a broad range of isotopic, geochemical and modeling research facilities available, in addition to University-shared instrumentation at the Central Analytical Facility (www.caf.ua.edu<http://www.caf.ua.edu/>). Details regarding existing research programs, equipment, facilities, and departmental activities are at www.geo.ua.edu<http://www.geo.ua.edu/>. Questions should be directed to Dr. Delores Robinson (dmr@ua.edu<mailto:dmr@ua.edu>). Go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/35994 to electronically apply. When submitting an application, candidates must provide a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and a list with the contact information for at least three referees. Review of applications will begin November 17, 2014. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and actively seeks diversity in its employees.
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5) Assistant Professor Seismic Stratigraphy – University of Alabama, Dept of Geological Sciences
The Department of Geological Sciences at The University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in seismic stratigraphy, beginning August 2015. The position will be filled at the Assistant Professor level. Candidates are invited to apply who have specialties within the broad field of seismic stratigraphy. Energy industry experience is a plus. It is expected that this position will enhance our existing faculty research areas in geophysics, sedimentology, basin analysis, and petroleum geology. Candidates must have a strong record of research and teaching, and must have received a Ph.D. in geology, geophysics, or a related field, at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and attract and advise high-quality graduate students. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate courses in her/his specialty and introductory geology. The department has a broad range of geophysical, geochemical, and computational facilities, in addition to University shared facilities, including the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. Departmental software includes industry standards such as ProMAX, Petrel, IHS Kingdom, Geosoft, ArcGIS, and Matlab. Details regarding existing research programs, equipment and facilities, and departmental activities can be found at http://www.geo.ua.edu<http://www.geo.ua.edu/>. Questions should be directed to Dr. Ibrahim Ҫemen (icemen@as.ua.edu<mailto:icemen@as.ua.edu>). Applicants should go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/36000 to electronically apply for this position. When submitting an application, candidates must provide a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and a list with the contact information for at least three referees. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 17, 2014. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and actively seeks diversity in its employees.
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6) Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Coastal & Marine Initiative: Geomorphology, Hydrology, Physical Oceanography and Air-Sea Interactions – Florida State University
Florida State University is continuing its major interdisciplinary initiative in the broadly defined area of Coastal & Marine Research. During the 2014-15 academic year the initiative will be recruiting up to five tenure-track faculty members; the search is open with respect to rank. We invite applications from researchers active in coastal system research in the areas of geomorphology, hydrology, physical oceanography and air-sea interactions. Candidates with research interests that bridge across disciplines, including life sciences, are encouraged to apply. The search seeks to complement the existing strengths in coastal and marine research in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science, the Department of Biological Science and the FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory. Faculty appointments will be in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science and can be based at the Coastal and Marine Laboratory.
Successful candidates are expected to have a synergistic impact on existing coastal and marine research programs at the University and to contribute to teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful candidates will be offered highly competitive salaries and start-up packages, high quality research space and access to state-of-the-art instrumentation, computing and facilities in academic and interdisciplinary units.
Florida State University is classified as a Carnegie RU/VH (very high research activity) institution with a student population approaching 42,000. The University is located in Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, approximately 20 miles from the Gulf of Mexico coast. Residents have access to a broad range of cultural amenities afforded by the presence of three institutions of higher learning.
Applicants are asked to provide a single document in PDF format containing a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a two (2) page narrative describing their research interests and plans, and a brief teaching statement. Applications must be sent electronically to coastal&marine2014P.search@fsu.edu. Applicants also should have three letters of recommendation sent to coastal&marine2014P.letters@fsu.edu. The closing date for applications is November 12, 2014.
The 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. As an agency of the State of Florida, all application materials and selection procedures are available for public review.
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7) Assistant Professor Geophysics –University of Arizona, Dept of Geosciences
The Department of Geosciences at the University of Arizona seeks applications for a tenure track faculty position in geophysics in the broad areas of geodynamics, seismology and/or geodesy. Candidates must hold a PhD degree by the time of appointment. Postdoctoral or other postgraduate research experience is desirable. We anticipate hiring at the tenure-track assistant professor level. The appointee is expected to develop and maintain a vigorous, collaborative, externally funded research program and to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level. Screening of applications will begin November 20, 2014 and the search will continue until the position is filled. The University of Arizona is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must apply online at: http://www.hr.arizona.edu/jobs, job number 56514. Please include: a cover letter, including references, curriculum vita, and statements of research and teaching experience and interests.
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