Assistant Professor Position - Structural Geology - West Chester University, Pennsylvania

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Structural Geology and Sustainability

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

The WCU Department of Geology and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the area of structural geology and sustainability with additional expertise in petrology, geochronology, and geophysics, beginning August 2011. The successful candidate is expected to effectively teach courses in geology, advise a diverse student population, undertake a vigorous research program involving undergraduate students, make professional and university service contributions, and contribute to university efforts in sustainability.

Requirements: Minimum requirements include a doctorate in geology (ABD will be considered), and the demonstration of effective communication and teaching skills. The successful candidate must demonstrate teaching excellence in Structural Geology and Field Methods, as well as introductory geology or Humans and the Environment, and show potential to contribute to university sustainability efforts (please see www.wcugreen.org).

Applicants should submit statements of teaching experience and research interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference with contact information, and academic transcripts to Dr. Martin Helmke, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geology and Astronomy, West Chester University, West Chester, PA 19383, mhelmke@wcupa.edu. Electronic submissions are encouraged. Please visit www.wcupa.edu/scripts/vacancies for more information.