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GSA TODAY | MARCH/APRIL 2015 | Geoscience Jobs & Opportunities Positions Open
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
CONTINUING (TENURE-TRACK) POSITION
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH SCIENCES
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW
BRUNSWICK, FREDERICTON
http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/science/depts/
earth-sciences/index.html
The University of New Brunswick, Department of
Earth Sciences, invites applications for a continuing
(tenure-track) position at the Assistant Professor
level to commence July 1, 2015, or as soon as possible
thereafter.
The Department of Earth Sciences offers degrees
in Earth Science, Environmental Geochemistry and
Geological Engineering. We seek a candidate with
teaching interests that will support at least two of
the Geological Engineering undergraduate program
options of geoenvironmental, geotechnical and
mineral resource geological engineering. Qualifi-
cations required include a Ph.D. and postdoctoral
experience. Demonstrated excellence in research and
excellent potential for teaching at the undergraduate
and graduate levels are required.
The successful candidate is expected to develop
an externally funded research program that comple-
ments the research in the Department of Earth
Sciences and fosters faculty-student collaboration.
The successful candidate must have a PhD in
Earth Sciences or Geological Engineering and must
be registered, or be eligible to register, as a Profes-
sional Engineer in the province of New Brunswick.
A letter of application including CV, statement
of teaching and research interests, and the names
of three referees should be sent to: Dr. Cliff Shaw,
Chair, Department of Earth Sciences, University of
New Brunswick, P. O. Box 4400, Fredericton, NB,
E3B 5A3, cshaw@unb.ca.
The deadline for receipt of applications is March
27th 2015. Interviews will occur on or before April
23rd 2015.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply,
however, Canadians and permanent residents will
be given priority. Applicants should indicate current
citizenship status. The University of New Brunswick
is committed to the principle of employment equity.
This position is subject to budgetary approval.
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
IN PETROLEUM GEOCHEMISTRY
CONOCOPHILLIPS SCHOOL OF
GEOLOGY AND GEOPHYSICS
THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
The University of Oklahoma invites applications
for a tenure-track position in Petroleum Geochem-
istry at the assistant or associate professor level. The
ConocoPhillips School of Geology and Geophysics
has a long and distinguished history in Petroleum
Geochemistry. We are seeking a creative, dynamic
person to help us move forward into new and
exciting areas of petroleum geochemical research,
in particular, with respect to biomarker and stable
isotope studies, and an effective teacher who will
educate students so they can move into successful
careers. The successful applicant will hold a Ph.D.,
have an academic background in the geosciences,
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develop an externally funded research program, and
teach undergraduate courses in geology in addition to
graduate-level courses in petroleum geochemistry.
The ConocoPhillips School of Geology and
Geophysics is housed in the Sarkeys Energy Center.
The Petroleum Geochemistry research facili-
ties include wet chemistry laboratories for sample
preparation and experimentation, all of which are
equipped with fume hoods, chemical and solvent
storage facilities, microbalances, ovens, water puri-
fication facilities, etc. Instrumentation is state of the and Quaternary geology in the Department of
art, including 7 gas chromatographs, gas chroma-
tography/mass spectrometry instruments (a Thermo
TSQ 8000 GC/MS/MS and two 5975 MSD systems),
pyrolysis/gas chromatography instrumentation
and high performance liquid chromatographic
equipment. Our stable isotope laboratories are
equipped with conventional facilities for the off-
line combustion, isolation, and purification of gases
for stable isotope analysis. The laboratory houses
5 stable isotope ratio mass spectrometers, including
a Thermo Delta V Plus, a MAT 252, a MAT 253, a
Delta Plus XL and a Delta E for bulk and compound
specific stable isotope analyses of organic and inor-
ganic materials via dual inlet and in continuous flow
modes using elemental analyzers and gas chromato-
graphs interfaced to the instruments.
Review of applications will begin April 1, 2015.
The search will continue until the position is filled.
The anticipated start date for the position is August
15, 2015. Applicants are requested to submit a vita/
resume, statement of research and teaching interests,
and a list of five references who can be contacted,
including telephone numbers, e-mail addresses,
and mailing addresses. Questions or information
requests should be addressed to the Chair of the
Petroleum Geochemistry Search Committee, at
+1-405-325-3253 or ougeochemistrysearchchair@
ou.edu. Applications should be addressed to Petro-
leum Geochemistry Search Committee, Conoco-
Phillips School of Geology and Geophysics, The
University of Oklahoma, 100 East Boyd St., Room
710, Norman, OK 73019-1008.
The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative
Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women
and minorities are encouraged to apply. Protected
veterans and individuals with disabilities are encour-
aged to apply.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR NEOTECTONICS
(TENURE-TRACK)
NEVADA BUREAU OF MINES AND
GEOLOGY (NBMG) AT THE
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
The Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology (NBMG)
at the University of Nevada, Reno seeks applicants
with expertise in neotectonics and Quaternary
geology. Nevada is one of the most exciting regions
in the world to conduct research in the geosci-
ences, particularly in the fields of neotectonics and
geologic hazards.
Position Responsibilities: The primary responsi-
bilities of this position will be to develop programs
in research and education in the field of neotectonics
with emphasis on paleoseismic and earthquake
hazard research in Nevada and the surrounding
region. Research will focus on landscape evolu-
tion primarily as it relates to Quaternary faulting,
utilizing innovative approaches, such as LiDAR, to
conduct detailed geologic mapping and dating of
Quaternary units and surfaces. The successful candi-
date will also be expected to contribute to the devel-
opment of datasets and reports on Nevada’s Quater-
nary faults and seismic activity, including periodic
assessments and syntheses of hazards facing its major
cities and infrastructure. Education will include
teaching courses in the successful candidate’s area
of expertise, such as neotectonics, geologic hazards,
Geological Sciences and Engineering and super-
vising graduate students. Research and educational
efforts will involve integrated multi-departmental
(e.g. Nevada Seismological Laboratory) and multi-
institutional efforts, with scientists from academia,
industry, other institutions, and government labs.
The successful candidate will be asked to commu-
nicate effectively with the public and community
leaders regarding natural hazards in Nevada and
coordinate mitigation and response efforts with local
and federal emergency management agencies.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a doctorate
in geology or a related geoscience field by the time
of hire and a demonstrated record of research on
topics related to neotectonics as indicated by disser-
tation research, industry experience, and/or peer-
reviewed publications. Excellent communication
skills, as demonstrated in written application mate-
rials; commitment to public service; potential for,
or established record of publications; and ability to
attract funding are essential. The successful candi-
date must also have the ability to develop and coor-
dinate programs and work in teams to accomplish
major goals.
Preference will be given to candidates with
academic or industry experience in neotectonics.
Expertise in paleoseismology (e.g. trenching),
surficial processes, Quaternary dating techniques,
LiDAR, and/or InSAR will be valued. Preference
will be given to candidates who have demonstrated
research productivity with publications in peer-
reviewed literature. The successful candidate will
compete for funding from a variety of sources,
including federal agencies interested in funda-
mental and applied geoscience research (e.g., NSF,
USGS, Department of Energy, and Bureau of Land
Management) and industry. Therefore, preference
will be given to candidates who explain achievable
plans for funded research on Nevada-focused topics
in neotectonics in their letters of interest. In addi-
tion, preference will be given to candidates who
understand the role of NBMG as the state geological
survey of Nevada and can articulate how NBMG can
better serve stakeholders (citizens, government, and
industry) on issues related to geologic hazards.
Salary and Date of Appointment: The position
will be a tenure-track faculty appointment at the
assistant professor level with an academic-year base
salary that is competitive with other research univer-
sities. Starting date will be July 1, 2015, or shortly
thereafter, depending on availability of the successful
candidate.
To apply, please visit https://www.unrsearch
.com/postings/16813. Please submit a letter expressing
your interest in the position and research plans;