Jobs:Job-01745
Apply before: 12 January 2025
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Posting:
Position: Tenure-track position
Apply before: 12 January 2025
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Have a great week,
Zach Perzan
Assistant Professor, Geoscience
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
ROLE of the POSITION
The Department of Geoscience at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Earth and Environmental Science. We seek outstanding scholars that will establish an innovative research program in water resources at the intersection of geology and hydrology. We are especially interested in applicants who provide synergy with existing Departmental research activities in arid zones, including the recent cluster hire in the broad topic of Sustainability in Arid Lands. In addition to developing an externally funded research program, candidates will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate level courses in water-related fields and contribute to a proposed online water resources program.
PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT
The UNLV Geoscience Department currently has 20 Faculty, 150 undergraduate students, and more than 40 MS/PhD students. The Department hosts multiple laboratory facilities, including stable isotope, argon geochronology, fluid inclusion, XRD, multi-collector (MC) ICP-MS, LA-ICP-MS, soils, high pressure piston cylinder apparatus, electron microprobe and SEMs. In addition, students and faculty have free access to an array of computing clusters at the National Supercomputing Institute, which is housed at UNLV. The UNLV campus is within two hours’ drive of numerous breathtaking geological sites and is an ideal location for field-based research and education. UNLV is a Carnegie R1 research institution, ranks among the nation’s most diverse campuses and has graduate programs rated among the nation’s top 100, including Geoscience. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are core values at UNLV and in our department. Candidates from historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a PhD from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and preferably post-doctoral experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PhD in Geology or closely related field in Earth and Environmental Science from a Geoscience or closely related field; post-doctoral experience is preferred.
COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES
A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
SALARY
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV
- Competitive total rewards package including:
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
PERKS
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- UNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- RebelCard discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
HOW TO APPLY
Review of applications will begin January 12, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Application materials must include a 1) cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) research statement (three-page limit); 4) teaching statement (two-page limit); 5) a statement of past or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion (one-page limit); and 6) contact information for at least three referees.
