Assistant Professor, Hydrogeologist - California State University, Fresno

California State University, Fresno
College of Science and Mathematics
Earth & Environmental Sciences
Vacancy # 11722
http://www.csufresno.edu/csm/


Hydrogeologist
Assistant Professor - Academic Year

California State University, Fresno is a learning-centered University. We believe learning thrives when a strong and active commitment to diversity is shared by all. This is because learning can only take place in a climate where differing positions are welcome, and diversity of all kinds is valued by everyone.
¥ Available for Academic Year: 2012/2013.
¥ Fresno State has been recognized in the Community Engagement classification by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
¥ Fresno State has been recognized by the Federal government as an Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).
¥ Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process.
¥ Salary placement depends upon academic preparation and professional experience.
¥ Instructional Level: Undergraduate and Graduate
¥ Part of a University-wide Water Cohort 2012

Position Characteristics: The Department seeks a broadly trained field-oriented geologist whose background and training focuses on Hydrogeology. The successful candidate will join a university-wide cohort of faculty that will develop teaching, research, and outreach initiatives that focus on water quality, technology, and management, including a new interdisciplinary Master's degree in water resource management. Over the next two years, we anticipate appointments in science education, geographic information systems, hydrology, engineering approaches to water management, business approaches to water management and marketing, irrigation technology, environmental journalism, and water and community health. Lower division teaching responsibilities will include introductory geology or environmental science courses. At the upper division and graduate levels, the candidate will be expected to teach Groundwater Hydrogeology, Contaminant Transport and Stream Restoration along with other applied geoscience topics. We are seeking a field-based applicant that will have a background in physical geohydrology and the transport and fate of pollutants in groundwater, as well as an understanding of the water cycle as it applies to industrial, urban and agricultural practices. The department is actively seeking greater involvement in the restoration of the nearby San Joaquin River. Workload is 15 Weighted Teaching Units (WTUs) per semester, generally comprised of 12 instruction WTUs and 3 WTUs of non-instructional responsibilities. In the first year, the College typically reduces the teaching load by 3 or more WTUs per semester to allow extra start-up time for teaching, scholarly work, research, and other professional development efforts. As faculty members progress through their careers, university statistics show that the average instructional load is closer to 9 WTUs per semester, as opposed to the formal expectation of 12, usually through assigned time funded by external grants. The successful candidate may be called upon to teach in a distance education mode and will be encouraged to develop web-enhanced and/or web-based instruction. Outcomes assessment and service learning are important components of the university curriculum. Specific assignments will depend on departmental needs. The successful candidate will be expected to work cooperatively with faculty and staff in the department and college.

Academic Preparation: An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in a field of Hydrogeology or related Earth Sciences field is required for appointment to a tenure track position. Qualifying degrees must be from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.

Teaching Or Other Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral research or teaching experience. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to or potential for teaching excellence, research, and scholarly activities, including successful grantsmanship and research publications. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The University is committed to promoting the success of all, and to reducing the barriers to success related to differences in areas such as race, ethnicity, culture, disability, and more. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths and experiences in this area. For additional information on the University's commitment to diversity visit: www.csufresno.edu/diversity.

Equal Employment Opportunity: California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Order 883 prohibits discrimination and Executive Order 927 prohibits harassment on the basis of protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity, per HR 2004-12), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Retaliation against individuals for complaining about proscribed conduct, opposing such conduct, or participating in an investigation or proceeding involving such conduct is prohibited by both executive orders. Further, California State University, Fresno's statement of commitment to equal employment opportunity principles is also found in the various collective bargaining agreements.

Application Instructions: To apply for this position at Fresno State, visit our online employment site at http://apptrkr.com/207875 (see vacancy # 11722). Applicants must submit an on-line application and attach the following supporting documents: 1) cover letter/letter of interest, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of research interests, 4) statement of teaching philosophy, 5) names, titles, addresses, phone/fax numbers and email addresses of five professional references. Candidates selected for interview must submit official transcripts before visit. Under separate cover, arrange for three original letters of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months) to be sent directly to: Dr. Peter K. Van de Water, Committee Chair Hydrogeology Faculty Search Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences California State University, Fresno 2576 East San Ramon Avenue M/S ST 24 Fresno, CA 93740 Phone: (559) 278-2912 Fax: (559) 278-5980 E-mail: pvandewater@csufresno.edu For more information about the position, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Peter K. Van de Water at pvandewater@csufresno.edu. We plan to conduct phone interviews of short-listed candidates during the first three weeks of January 2012.

Open Until Filled: To ensure the full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by 1/5/2012. Searches automatically close on 4/1/2012 if not filled.


General Information:
California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to offer high quality educational opportunities to qualified students at the bachelor's and master's levels, and in certain applied disciplines at the doctoral level. The current enrollment is approximately 20,000 students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and world. California State University, Fresno promotes student learning and community engagement through faculty scholarship and service learning opportunities in collaboration with community organizations, education, industry, business and government. The university was one of the first US Colleges and Universities to be selected by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for its new Community Engagement Classification.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 600,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley on the western edge of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The campus is within easy driving distance of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, the Monterey Peninsula, Lake Tahoe, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.


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