University of Alabama - Tenure-track Faculty Position

The Department of Geological Sciences at The University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Seismology beginning in August 2010. The position will be filled at the Assistant Professor level. Candidates must have a strong record of research and a Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics or a related field. We are seeking an outstanding scientist, whose research will a) emphasize the use of seismic data to solve geological problems; and/or b) explore crustal structures, including sedimentary basin structures with using seismic data. The specific areas of research may include, but are not limited to, solid-earth seismology, reflection, refraction and exploration seismology. This is a tenure-track appointment and will be filled at the assistant professor level in August 2010. The successful candidate will be expected to (i) establish a vigorous, externally-funded, research program; (ii) teach geology courses at the introductory level, as well as develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in their field of expertise, and (iii) supervise student research projects at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. This position expands the Department’s Geophysics program and complements other Department programs in Environmental Change and Natural Hazards, Petroleum Geology, Sedimentary Basin Analysis, Structural Geology and Tectonics. The Department of Geological Sciences hosts excellent computational and laboratory facilities in Geophysics.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically. A list of required documents and application instructions can be found at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. Names and contact information for at least 3 references should be attached as “Other Document.” For additional information, contact Dr. Ibrahim Çemen, at icemen@as.ua.edu or 205-348-8019, or visit www.geo.ua.edu. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Alabama is an equal-opportunity/affirmative action employer and particularly encourages applications from women and minorities.