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.

CAMAC 2011 Summer Internship Program

CAMAC 2011 Summer Internship Program
June – August 2011
Houston, Texas

CAMAC seeks exceptional college students for our Summer Internship Program in Houston from June through August.

The CAMAC internship offers the opportunity to gain valuable and practical work experience at a multi-national energy services corporation. Since 1988, CAMAC has seen 39 students progress through our program. You will be a valued member of our team.

Junior, senior and graduate level students working towards a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in the disciplines of petroleum engineering, geology, geosciences, finance or accounting are encouraged to apply. This internship is compensated (housing and transportation expenses are not included).

Criteria

Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

How to apply

Please submit the following –
• One copy of official university transcript
• One copy of résumé or CV
• Two recommendation letters from a dean or professor
• Two typed essays (750 words each)

Please select and write about one topic from each category.

Category 1;
 Describe how energy impacts daily life in America or Africa.
 What factors will impact the future of the global energy industry and why?
 What impact does finance and accounting have on the energy industry?

Category 2;
 What personal characteristics, values and experiences do you possess
that would be an asset to CAMAC if selected as an intern?
 Why did you select your major and what do you hope to contribute as a
professional in your chosen career?

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application deadline:
February 1, 2011

Submit application to:
Summer Internship Program
CAMAC International Corporation
1330 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 2200
Houston, Texas 77056

About CAMAC

Headquartered in Houston, CAMAC specializes in oil and gas exploration and production, crude oil and natural gas trading and engineering services.

CAMAC is a valued strategic partner for exploration and production projects and joint ventures with major integrated oil and gas firms and government entities. Since 1992, CAMAC has been responsible for over US$2.2 billion in investment opportunities in West Africa.

CAMAC operates offices in London, Johannesburg, Lagos and Abuja.

www.camac.com

Postdoctoral Fellow - Board on Earth Sciences and Resources (BESR) - Washington, DC

Postdoctoral Fellow
Location: Corporate Headquarters - DC
Department: Div on Earth & Life Studies
Job Req #: 100237-7
Basic Requirements: Ph.D. in earth science or earth resources

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Description
The Division on Earth and Life Studies (DELS) consists of twelve units that facilitate communication among the research community, policy makers, industry, interest groups, and the public. DELS is responsible for a vast array of topics, ranging from the molecular level to the global level. The common thread linking the units is the broad topic of science and the environment, but the division also examines issues outside that area.

The Board on Earth Sciences and Resources (BESR) has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow. A PhD desired in earth sciences (e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, geology, or earth surface processes) or earth resources. With general oversight and guidance from the board director, a senior program officer, or other senior staff, the Postdoctoral Fellow coordinates program/project activities, handling inquiries, organizing meetings, and developing materials; assembles committees/panels and serves as liaison between the committee/panel members; conducts research and prepares research papers and/or summaries; tracks relevant issues and compiles reports; assists with writing and editing the report, report review, and report dissemination; ensures the program/project meets its stated objectives; serves as liaison between the National Academies and related external customers and organizations; may assist senior staff in the development of programs/projects, including developing prospectuses and raising funds. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.

http://www7.nationalacademies.org/careers/

The Lunar and Planetary Institute Summer Internship Program - 2011

Program Description
The Lunar and Planetary Institute invites undergraduates with at least 50 semester hours of credit to experience cutting-edge research in the lunar and planetary sciences. As a Summer Intern, you will work one-on-one with a scientist at the LPI or at the NASA Johnson Space Center on a research project of current interest in lunar and planetary science. Furthermore, you will participate in peer-reviewed research, learn from top-notch planetary scientists, and preview various careers in science.

The 10-week program runs from June 7, 2011–August 13, 2011. You will receive a $5,000.00 stipend plus $1000.00 U.S. travel stipend, or $1,500 foreign travel reimbursement for foreign interns.

The LPI is located near Johnson Space Center, on the south side of Houston, Texas. The LPI provides, on NASA’s behalf, leadership in the scientific community for research in lunar, planetary, and solar system sciences, and linkage with related terrestrial programs.

Areas of Research
Lunar Science and Exploration
Planetary Remote Sensing and Spectroscopy
Image Processing
Planetary Geology and Surface Processes
Impact Studies
Geophysical Data Analysis and Modeling
Physics and Chemistry of Planetary Atmospheres
Meteorites and Sample Analysis
Interplanetary Dust and Presolar Grains
Mineralogy/Petrology
Representative Projects

Abstracts From Previous Intern Conferences

1. Examining MARSIS Radar Sounding Data for Evidence of Subpermafrost Groundwater Advisors: Dr. Steve Clifford and Dr. Essam Heggy

2. Cooling Rates of Impact Melts on Asteroids as Determined by Metal Compositions in Meteorites Advisor: Dr. David Kring

3. Forensic Engineering of Lunar Dust



Eligibility and Selection Criteria
College undergraduates with at least 50 semester hours of credit interested in pursuing a career in the sciences are eligible. Relevant fields of study include the natural sciences, engineering, computer sciences, and mathematics. Applicants will be considered for appointment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, handicap status, or other nonmerit factors. Selection is based on these criteria: (1) scholarship, curriculum, and experience; (2) career objectives and scientific interest; and (3) match of interest of applicant with available research projects. All online application information must be received at LPI no later than January 21, 2011. Notification of selection will be made by March 7, 2011. Successful applicants should be prepared to make a decision regarding the offer to participate within two days of notification.

Application Requirements
Application form | Letters of reference

You will need to apply using the online application form. Paper applications will not be accepted. Once you begin the application you must complete all of the questions on the form, including essay-style questions. Transcripts and letters of recommendation may be submitted independently, but must be received by January 22, 2011, for your application to be considered.

Complete the application form. Upon submission you will receive a confirmation e-mail with your application number and a link to an online submission form for letters of reference.

Have three people submit online reference letters. They will need your application number and the correct spelling of your last name. We suggest that you forward the link from the confirmation e-mail directly to the individuals you are asking to provide a reference.

Have your college registrar mail an official transcript to: LPI Summer Intern Program Application #: 3600 Bay Area Boulevard Houston, TX 77058-1113

If you are a foreign national you will be asked to provide proof of English proficiency. This may be either in the form of a Test Of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score, or a letter from one of the professors in the English department at your university confirming that you have sufficient English language skills, both spoken and written, to successfully participate in our internship program. These should be sent to the same address as your transcript. You will be responsible for US taxes.

Be sure to include your application number in the address you provide to your registrar. Transcripts must be received by LPI no later than January 22, 2011.

Applications are only accepted using the electronic application form found on this website.

Questions may be directed to
E-mail: internprogram@lpi.usra.edu
Phone: 281-486-2180
Fax: 281-486-2173
http://www.lpi.usra.edu/lpiintern/

Timeline
Friday, January 21, 2011 Deadline for Application
Monday, March 7, 2011 Notification of Acceptance
Monday, June 6, 2011 Program Begins
Thursday, August 11, 2011 LPI Summer Intern Conference
Friday, August 12, 2011 Program Ends
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the program open to non-U.S. citizens?
Yes, the program is open to international undergraduates as well as students from the United States.

2. Can participants start the ten-week internship after the program start date?
Start dates for the internship are flexible. Students on the quarter system often request late start dates. The program tries to be as accommodating as possible.

3. Where should my school send my transcript?
Transcripts should be sent to:
LPI Summer Intern Program
3600 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058-1113
Note: Please add your application number from the online application, if known.

4. When will applicants be notified of their selection?
We will start notifying applicants March 7, 2011. All notifications should be made by March 7, 2011.

5. Who is eligible for the program?
College undergraduate students with a least 50 semester hours of credit (or equivalent sophomore status) who are interested in pursuing a career in the sciences are eligible to apply. Students with majors in a physical or natural science, engineering, computer science, or mathematics have an advantage, but any eligible student may apply.

6. Are graduates and students already holding a bachelor's degree eligible to participate in the program?
While we do consider the applications of graduating seniors, they are not the main focus of the program. The program is really geared for students finishing their sophomore and junior years.

7. Where will the internship be located?
Interns will be located either at the Lunar and Planetary Institute or the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.



Contact
Claudia Quintana
Lunar and Planetary Institute
3600 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston TX 77058
internprogram@lpi.usra.edu

Tenure-Track Faculty Position - Hydrogeology - University of Kentucky

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a faculty position in hydrogeology beginning August 2011. We are primarily seeking to hire at the assistant professor level (tenure-track), but in exceptional circumstances a more senior candidate may be considered to fill the department’s Hudnall Chair at full professor rank. Applicants are expected to complement our existing programs in hydrogeology, nearsurface and environmental geophysics, and stable-isotope geochemistry, and interact with broader segments of the UK community.

In particular, we seek a fieldwork- and modelingoriented candidate with expertise in hydrogeophysics, ecohydrology, karst hydrology, and/or large-scale water-cycle studies. A broad range of opportunities exists for cooperation with other academic units, the Kentucky Geological Survey, the UK Center for Applied Energy Research, the Tracy Farmer Institute for Sustainability and the Environment, and the Kentucky Water Resources Research Institute.

In addition to developing a rigorous, productive, externally funded research program, the new faculty member will teach courses at the introductory, major, and graduate levels and supervise graduate students. Applicants will demonstrate a track record of publication and funding; relevant experience beyond the Ph.D. is desirable.

Interested applicants should submit via e-mail (merged pdf document): cover letter, curriculum vitae, brief statements of research and teaching interests, copies of relevant research publications, and contact information for at least three references to Prof. Alan Fryar (alan.fryar@uky.edu), Hydrogeology Search Committee Chair. We will begin review of applications on November 8, 2010; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Kentucky is an ffirmative Action/Equal Opportunity university that values diversity and is located in an increasingly diverse geographical region. As a land-grant institution and Kentucky’s flagship university, UK is committed to becoming one of the top public institutions in the country. Women, persons with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The University also supports family-friendly policies. Additional details of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences (faculty, research clusters, facilities) and University of Kentucky may be viewed at our web pages: www.as.uky.edu/ees and www.uky.edu.

Postdoctoral Position in Climate Dynamics, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position in climate dynamics. The successful candidate will work on an NSF funded project to improve our understanding of past and future climate change over the Antarctic and Southern Hemisphere using models, observations, and theory. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in atmospheric science or other climate-related field. The position will be located at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory in Palisades, NY in the research group of Professors Michael Previdi and Lorenzo Polvani, with opportunity for extended stay at Northwest Research Associates in Redmond, WA to work with Beate Liepert.

This is a full-time 2-year appointment with continuation contingent upon funding.

Position will remain open for at least 30 days and until the position is filled.
Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and names and addresses of 3 referees to:

https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53793.

Please follow instructions on how to apply since we only accept online applications.
Thank you.


Columbia University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Faculty Position in Hydrogeology – University of Wisconsin-Madison

Faculty Position in Hydrogeology – University of Wisconsin-Madison

The Department of Geoscience invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor, beginning August 2011. We seek a broad range of outstanding candidates in hydrogeology with specialties related to physical, chemical and biological processes affecting subsurface flow and transport in porous and fractured geologic media. Research approaches should encompass some combination of field, laboratory and modeling. Specific areas of interest include (but are not limited to) evaluation, development and sustainable management of water resources; transport, fate and remediation of contaminants; interactions between groundwater and surface water, seawater, snow or ice; groundwater and geologic processes; groundwater and energy resources; groundwater and climate change; and paleohydrogeology.

The evaluation of candidates will focus primarily on their potential for innovative scientific research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor and advise graduate students and maintain an externally funded, internationally visible research program. Potential collaborative interactions exist within the department (see http://geoscience.wisc.edu/geoscience/), with other departments and programs on campus (Geological Eng., Civil and Environmental Eng., Geography, Soil Science, Water Resources Management, Environment and Resources, Environmental Chemistry and Technology, Limnology and Marine Science, Center for Climatic Research, Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment, UW Energy Institute), with the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey, and with state and federal agency researchers in the Madison area (USGS, WI Dept. of Natural Resources, USDA). Teaching responsibilities may include introductory geoscience courses for undergraduates as well as upper level undergraduate and graduate level courses related to the candidate’s specialty. A Ph.D. in geoscience, hydrologic science or a related field is required by the start of the appointment. Applicants should submit a vita, statements of research and teaching interests, and names and contact information of three or more references by email to hydrosearch@geology.wisc.edu, or by mail to Jean M. Bahr, Hydrogeology Search Committee Chair, Department of Geoscience, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1215 W. Dayton St., Madison WI 53706. (608)262-5513.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2010. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants and nominees must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. A criminal background check may be required prior to employment. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal-opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Assistant Professor Position - Department of Crop and Soil Sciences - Michigan State University

The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences and the Environmental Science and Policy Program at Michigan State University invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in soil physics and hydrology with emphasis on unsaturated flow and transport processes.


This research (75%) and teaching (25%) position will emphasize transport processes in the unsaturated and capillary zones, involving water, solutes and/or particles, in single or multiple phases. The ideal candidate will utilize experimental data and quantitative models to explore the complex physical, chemical, and biological processes that govern unsaturated flow and transport across multiple scales. Teaching expectations include an undergraduate course in soil physics and graduate course in the Environmental Science and Policy Program. The candidate will be expected to establish a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research program.


Additional information for submitting complete applications is available online at: http://www.css.msu.edu/soilphysics/. Nominations and inquiries are encouraged and should be forwarded to Stephen Boyd, Search Committee Chair, by email: boyds@msu.edu.


MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Here: http://www.apply-for-job.net/c/jobclick.cfm?site=5870&job=7297345

Assistant Professor Positions (2) - Geosciences, University of Arkansas

Two Tenure-Track Positions in Geosciences, University of Arkansas
The Department of Geosciences, University of Arkansas-Fayetteville invites applications for two 9-month appointment tenure-track assistant professor positions with an anticipated start date of August 2011

Position 1: Expertise in the broad area of low-temperature geochemistry/biogeochemistry to complement existing departmental strengths in geochemistry, water resources and stable isotopes. Please reference position number Y11909 with your application materials.
Position 2: Expertise in the broad area of quantitative physical hydrogeology and water resources to complement existing departmental strengths in this area. Please reference position number Y11908 with your application materials.

Applicants for both positions must demonstrate ability and commitment to develop an independent externally funded research program as well as the potential for collaboration and synergism with ongoing research in the Department of Geosciences (http://geosciences.uark.edu). The successful applicant will be an integrated scholar capable of meeting departmental goals of independent research, advising graduate-research, and teaching--and will have a strong commitment to teaching at all levels.

Review of applications will begin November 10, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, brief statements of research and teaching interests, and the names, addresses and contact information for at least three professional references to: Dr. Stephen Boss, 113 Ozark Hall, Fayetteville, AR 72701, or electronically to sboss@uark.edu.

The University of Arkansas is a nationally competitive student-centered research university located in Fayetteville, Arkansas and it is the flagship campus of the University of Arkansas system. The Department of Geosciences offers bachelors and masters degrees in geology and geography, and participates in two interdisciplinary graduate programs, Space and Planetary Sciences and Environmental Dynamics, providing opportunity for supervision of PhD student research.

Fayetteville, nestled in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas, is part of a metropolitan area retaining its small, college-town atmosphere. The area is a rapidly growing metro area of over 400,000 , spurred by opportunities with national companies including Wal-Mart, Tyson, Inc., and J.B. Hunt. Quality of life is high and the area is nationally recognized as a place to work, play, and raise a family.

The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, color, sex, or national origin. Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States as well as all PhD requirements completed at the time of the appointment. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Structural Geologist - Smith College

Department of Geosciences
Search for Tenure-Track Structural Geologist

Smith College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Geosciences specializing in structural geology with knowledge in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in structural geology, GIS, and other subjects that can support our Geoscience majors and Environmental Science and Policy majors. Applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in teaching. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program that encourages collaborative research with Smith College undergraduate students. A Ph.D. in the geosciences is required.

Submit application at http://jobs.smith.edu with uploaded letter of application, C.V., statement of research interests, and the names and contact information of three references. Review of applications will begin on December 30, 2010.

Smith College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire, and Mount Holyoke Colleges and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer encouraging excellence through diversity.

Faculty Positions - Virginia Tech

SEDIMENTOLOGY/STRATIGRAPHY

Tenure-Track Faculty Position(s). The Department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in sedimentology/stratigraphy starting in the Fall of 2011. Particular subareas of interest include, but are not limited to, physical sedimentology, sedimentary basin analysis with emphasis on marine seismic stratigraphy, high-resolution sequence stratigraphy, sedimentary (bio)geochemistry, chemostratigraphy, and Earth systems history. The position is at the assistant professor level, but outstanding senior candidates will also be considered. The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded, multi-disciplinary research program; and to actively participate in the undergraduate and graduate teaching mission of the university. This position is one of several hires in the Departments of Geosciences and Biological Sciences to support the Virginia Tech College of Science research clusters in Integrated Studies of Earth Systems and Energy/Environment. To receive full consideration, the applicant must have a Ph.D. degree in Geosciences or a related discipline at the time of appointment and a demonstrated capability/promise to develop an active research program. Preference will be given to candidates whose research areas complement existing strengths in the department.
Consideration of applications will begin as early as November 8, 2010 and will continue until the positions are filled. Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. Please visit www.hr.vt.edu/employment/ (posting # 0100596) to apply on-line for this position. Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, research statement, teaching statement, and a list of at least four referees who are familiar with their work. For further information, visit the Department of Geosciences website (www.geos.vt.edu) or contact Search Committee chair Dr. Shuhai Xiao by e-mail (xiao@vt.edu). Virginia Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and the recipient of a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic science and engineering careers.
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PETROLOGIC PROCESSES

Tenure-Track Faculty Position. The Department of Geosciences at Virginia Tech is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position to start in the Fall of 2011 in Petrologic Processes. This position is part of the Integrated Studies of Earth Systems cluster hiring initiative of the College of Science. Potential focus areas include magmatism, metamorphism, evolution of the crust and upper mantle, high temperature geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, and geochronology, with an emphasis on plate tectonics and how the material properties of rocks, minerals, and geofluids influence dynamics of the whole Earth system.
The position will likely be at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding senior candidates are encouraged to inquire and apply. Rank will be determined by the qualifications of the successful applicant and salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. To receive full consideration, applicants must have a Ph.D. in Geosciences or related discipline at the time of appointment and a proven record of successful research. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining a vigorous, internationally recognized, externally funded research program that emphasizes multi-disciplinary collaborations, as well as active participation in the undergraduate and graduate teaching mission of the university. Preference will be given to candidates whose research areas complement existing strengths in the department.
Review of applications will begin as early as November 8, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Please visit www.hr.vt.edu/employment/ (posting # 0100587) to apply on-line for this position. Applicants should provide a cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and a list of at least four references who are familiar with their work. For further information, visit the Department of Geosciences website (www.geos.vt.edu) or contact search committee chair Dr. James Spotila by e-mail (spotila@vt.edu).
Virginia Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and recipient of a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic science and engineering careers.

DIRECTOR – Kansas Geological Survey

DIRECTOR – Kansas Geological Survey-The University of Kansas, Lawrence. Full-time position serving as the Director of the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) and State Geologist. Must develop and articulate a vision of KGS programs, understand the concept of serving Kansas through high-quality research in the applied geosciences, and embrace a collegial leadership style. Requires doctorate in the geosciences with 10 years professional experience, 3 years administrative experience, national recognition in geoscience research, excellent communication skills, knowledge of natural resources and the environmental aspects of their use, and demonstrated ability to deal with natural-resource policy issues.

The KGS is a research and service division of the University of Kansas (KU). Created in 1889, the Survey studies the geology of Kansas, develops new techniques for exploring and analyzing geologic data, and produces and disseminates maps, reports, and scientific papers. Among the premier earth-science research and service institutions in the U.S., the KGS has an annual state budget of $6 million and employs more than 90 researchers, support staff, and students in four research sections and a number of service sections. Staff collaborate extensively with faculty and students in academic departments at KU.

Complete announcement/application information at www.kgs.ku.edu/General/jobs.html. Review will begin Nov. 19, 2010, position open until filled. For further information contact Jim Butler (jbutler@kgs.ku.edu). KU is an EO/AA employer.

Tenure Track Hydrology Lecturer - University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

PHYSICAL HYDROGEOLOGY POSITION AVAILABLE


The Department of Geosciences at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in physical hydrogeology at the rank of Assistant Professor with a start date of August 2011. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in geology or related field at the time of appointment, and have demonstrated research experience in physical hydrogeology. Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Scientific publications, conference publications, and funding experience preferred but not necessary. Teaching experience (TA and/or lecture) is desirable. The successful candidate is expected to conduct an active, internationally recognized, externally funded research program. The successful candidate will teach an undergraduate/graduate course in physical hydrogeology, an introductory course, upper level undergraduate and graduate level courses in their field of expertise, and advise graduate student thesis projects. A normal teaching load is 3 courses per academic year. This job posting is available on-line along with information regarding the Department of Geosciences and the College of Letters and Sciences at http://www4.uwm.edu/letsci/geosciences/dept_life/job_ad.cfm.


Review of applications will begin November 1, 2010. Priority will be given to applications received by this date, but the position remains open until filled. To apply, please go to http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/4880. Candidates will upload cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, research interests, and published works with online application. Published works may be uploaded with application as 'Other Document'. In addition, three letters of recommendation are required and should be mailed to Lisa Alzalde, Search & Screen Support, Department of Geosciences, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201 or lalzalde@uwm.edu.

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a large, research-oriented institution located on the northeast side of Milwaukee, five blocks from Lake Michigan. The Department of Geosciences offers B.S./B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. degree programs and is staffed by 12 full-time faculty. UWM is an AA/EEO employer.

Pacific Lutheran University - Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor, Geosciences and Environmental Studies
Pacific Lutheran University

The Department of Geosciences and the Environmental Studies Program at Pacific Lutheran University invite applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin September 2011. Teaching responsibilities will be equally split between Environmental Studies and Geosciences and will include teaching glacial geology, global climate change, meteorology, the central interdisciplinary methods course for the Environmental Studies program, topical lower and upper division courses, and mentoring senior capstone research projects. Field-based research with undergraduates on topics that address the complex relationships between people and the environment is expected. Research is competitively supported by the Division of Natural Sciences.
A Ph.D. is required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level is required, with experience in interdisciplinary teaching. Pacific Lutheran University, near Seattle and Mt. Rainier, enrolls 3,600 students, with a mission of educating for lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership, and care. It is committed to diversity and endorses the goals of equal opportunity and affirmative action. See http://www.plu.edu/geosciences/Open-Faculty-Position/home.php for more information.

Submit letter of interest, c.v., undergraduate and graduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, summary of current research interest, and three recommendation letters to: Search Committee, Department of Geosciences, Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA 98447. Applications due by October 1, 2010.


Jill Whitman
Chair, Department of Geosciences
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA 98447
253-535-8720
whitmaj@plu.edu

Ecohydrology - Postdoctoral Teaching Position, Boston College

The interdisciplinary Environmental Studies Program (www.bc.edu/envstudies) at Boston College seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor for a 2-3 year term position starting between January 15 and July 15, 2011. The successful candidate will be housed in the Department of Geology and Geophysics (www.bc.edu/geosciences) and participate in teaching, research and student advising activities. The position includes teaching 8-10 credits (~3 courses) per year of undergraduate environmental science courses and seminars on ecosystems, water resources, anthropogenic impacts, and sustainability. Applicants’ research interests should be at the intersection of hydrologic and ecologic processes in terrestrial and/or coastal systems. The candidate will aid in academic and research advising of undergraduate Environmental Studies minors. This teaching postdoctoral position will include strong teaching and research mentoring by department faculty, and the candidate will work closely with the Director of the Environmental Studies Program. Applicants should send a curriculum vita, statements of teaching and research interests, and the names and contact information of three references as a single PDF-file e-mail attachment to ecohydro-position@bc.edu. Review of applications will begin on September 27, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. Boston College is an academic community whose doors are open to all students and employees without regard to race, religion, age, sex, marital or parental status, national origin, veteran status, or handicap.