Friday, March 11, 2011

Research and Teaching Associate - University of Maine, Orono, Maine

Postdoctoral Research and Teaching Associate
Maine Center for Research in STEM Education
University of Maine
Orono, Maine

The Maine Center for Research in STEM Education (RiSE Center) at the University of Maine seeks applicants for postdoctoral positions in physical sciences education research (chemistry, physics, Earth sciences). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in science, science education, or a closely related field; have a strong research record in discipline-based education research; and have demonstrated excellence in teaching. Preference will be given to applicants who have a record of successful work with middle or high school teachers and/or students, have evidence of collaborating well as part of a team, and possess an interdisciplinary background.

The successful candidates will be part of a team of researchers, faculty, and teachers that comprise the Maine Physical Sciences Curriculum Partnership, a newly funded initiative supported by the National Science Foundation’s Math and Science Partnership Program. This position provides opportunities for mentored teaching, outreach including teacher professional development and curriculum work, and all aspects of research.

The positions are twelve-month appointments, with a flexible start date and possible renewal for a second year. Candidates should submit electronically a letter of application, curriculum vitae, summary of research accomplishments, statement of teaching philosophy, copies of up to three representative publications, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and the names and addresses (including e-mail and phone) of at least three referees to PSP_Postdoc_Search@umit.maine.edu.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information about the RiSE Center and the Maine Physical Sciences Curriculum Partnership, please see http://www.umaine.edu/center and www.umaine.edu/mainepsp. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Maine is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

Visiting Lecturer - Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA

Visiting Lecturer

Geomorphology/Surface Processes/Historical Geology
The Department of Geosciences at Wellesley College invites applications for a full time one-year visiting lecturer position beginning September 2011. We seek a broadly-trained geomorphologist/surface scientist who can integrate classroom, field, and laboratory approaches to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts setting.

This individual will teach courses at all levels of our curriculum, including Historical Geology, a core course for majors, and a 200-level course of their choice that complements our curriculum. Completion of the Ph.D. is required and previous teaching experience is desirable.

A complete application package will include the following: 1) a curriculum vita 2) a statement of approach to teaching and how their course offerings will complement our existing curriculum 3) graduate school transcripts, and 4) three letters of recommendations (The online application will request names/email address so that recommenders or dossier services may submit the letters directly.) All materials should be submitted through the online application system at

https://career.wellesley.edu.

If circumstances make it impossible to submit materials online, please email working@wellesley.edu. Dan Brabander, Chair, Geosciences Department will head this search. Applications will be accepted until April 4, 2011.

Wellesley College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum.
Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Visiting Assistant Professor - Bucknell University - Department of Geology -Lewisburg, PA

Bucknell University’s Department of Geology in Lewisburg, PA, seeks to hire a visiting assistant professor for the 2011/2012 academic year to teach three introductory lectures of historical geology plus three labs and one introductory lecture of physical/environmental geology plus lab. For full details and/or to apply on line, please visit http://jobs.bucknell.edu/. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2011. Position description can also be viewed on the Bucknell Department of Geology website at http://www.bucknell.edu/Geology.

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