Assistant Research Professor in Sequence Stratigraphy, Northern Arizona University

Assistant Research Professor in Sequence Stratigraphy, Northern Arizona University

We invite applications from individuals with research experience and expertise using modern
methods of sequence stratigraphy. We seek applicants with a strong research record and
potential in sequence stratigraphy, experience in seismic stratigraphy, and the ability to teach at
the graduate level in their discipline. This position will be in the Geology Program of the School
of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability (SESES)
(http://cefns.nau.edu/Academic/SESES/).

Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate conferred by August 1, 2012 in the
geosciences; teaching experience at the college level; and research experience using modern
methods of sequence stratigraphy.

Preferred qualifications include:
1) Experience with integrated field and subsurface research in sequence stratigraphy.
2) Demonstrated use of seismic reflection data in research.
3) Demonstrated use of state-of-the-art subsurface exploration and production software.
4) Demonstrated ability to teach (a) advanced undergraduate and graduate courses on
sequence stratigraphy, and (b) specialized topics courses.
5) Experience or potential for multidisciplinary collaboration with individuals within and
outside of academia including the oil and gas industry.
6) Experience or interest in advising and mentoring graduate students.
7) Demonstrated experience in effective science communication.
8) Demonstrated experience in, or commitment to, working with diverse communities.

Faculty in the School of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability are committed to
teaching and research excellence, and to providing the highest quality educational experiences
in the classroom, field, and laboratory. SESES offers bachelor and MS degrees and is currently
in the process of developing an interdisciplinary PhD that will start in fall, 2012.

Northern Arizona University is a 25,000-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a
four-season community of about 65,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks.
NAU?s emphasis on undergraduate education is enhanced by its graduate programs and
research as well as distance learning. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working
and learning environment.