Jobs:Job-00096

Assistant Professor in Geosciences, Utah State University in Price

Utah State University in Price, Utah, United States
Apply before: 28 February 2020

Posting:

Position:

Assistant Professor

Apply before:

28 February 2020

Apply online:

https://careers-usu.icims.com

Utah State University's Geoscience Department seeks applicants for a nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in geology at the USU Eastern campus in Price, UT, with a start date of August 1, 2020. We seek candidates who conduct innovative teaching at the introductory level and geoscience research in areas that may include but is not limited to: geoscience education, sedimentology, stratigraphy, paleontology, paleoecology, surface processes, and economic geology.

Successful candidates will demonstrate outstanding potential for excellence in teaching through multiple delivery modes to statewide students, as well as the potential for a research program that complements our Department’s current strengths, takes advantage of the position location in central Utah, and involves undergraduate and graduate students. The Department of Geosciences is especially interested in candidates committed to fostering inclusive learning environments as well as to promoting an environment of diversity and excellence through their teaching, research, and service.

Applicants should view the complete position description and apply online at https://careers-usu.icims.com. Required materials include: 1) cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy that includes previous classroom experiences and pedagogy; 4) the names and contact information for three references; and 5) three letters of recommendation uploaded by referees. Review of applications will begin February 28th 2020, and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, please contact:

Dr. Benjamin Burger
Search Committee Chair
Department of Geosciences
Utah State University, Uintah Basin Campus
320 North Aggie Blvd.
Vernal, UT 84078
email: benjamin.burger@usu.edu

Tammy Rittenour
Associate Professor, Geosciences
Director, USU Luminescence Lab
Utah State University
Ph 435-213-5756

http://www.usu.edu/geo/luminlab/

Of interest for:

Terrestrial Working Group