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geo-resources, stratigraphy, sedimentology, struc-
tural geology and applied geology will receive more
favored consideration. Applicants are requested to
submit the following documents: CV, list of publi-
cations, three to five copies of refereed articles
published within the last seven years (one of which
shall be designated as representative paper and
must be published after 1stAugust, 2011), plans for
teaching and research in WORD or PDF files, and
names of three potential referees. Application mate-
rials should be sent to Professor Ya-Hsuan Liou,
the Chairman of the Searching Committee, by post
or emails at yhliou@ntu.edu.tw. Address: Dept. of
Geosciences, National Taiwan University, No. 1, Sec.
4, Roosevelt Rd., Taipei 106, Taiwan.
Deadline for application: 15th January 2016. Web
site: http://web.gl.ntu.edu.tw/.
ENDOWED CHAIR
(ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR)
OF UNCONVENTIONAL ENERGY
PURDUE UNIVERSITY
The Dept. of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary
Sciences at Purdue University invite applications
for the Steven and Karen Brand Chair in uncon-
ventional energy resources. Candidates with a core
expertise in unconventional energy with a strong
and consistent track record of applying this exper-
tise to unconventional petroleum resources will be
considered. Candidates with expertise including,
but not limited to, unconventional exploration
and production, tight reservoir characterization,
geophysics and seismic data analysis, subsurface
integration, hydraulic fracture mechanics, pore/
fluid interactions, water and environmental issues,
and enhanced oil and gas recovery are encouraged to
apply. Excellence in and/or commitment to multi-
disciplinary research and teaching is a requirement.
It is expected that the candidate hired would signifi- consideration without regard to race, religion, color,
cantly enhance Purdue’s visibility and impact in this
key area; increase opportunities for industry collabo- marital status, parental status, sexual orientation,
ration and grant funding; and inspire and train the
next generation of leaders in the field.
This is an open-rank search; senior or mid-career
scientists with academic, national laboratory, and
industry background are all encouraged to apply.
Applicant must hold a doctorate in an appropriate
field; salary and rank are commensurate with quali-
fications and experience. The Dept. of Earth, Atmo-
spheric, and Planetary Sciences, and the College of
Science at Purdue embrace diversity and seek candi-
dates who will create a climate that attracts students
of all races, nationalities, and genders. We strongly
encourage women and under-represented minori-
ties to apply.
The department, in collaboration with other
departments, has expertise in solid earth geophysics
and crustal seismology, fracture mechanics, fluid
flow in porous media, hydrogeology, clay miner-
alogy and surface chemistry, and basin analysis. The
department has a long tradition of training students
for careers in the petroleum industry and is part of a area of expertise.
new multidisciplinary initiative at Purdue University
aimed at addressing the energy needs of the country
and is affiliated with the newly established Enhanced
Oil Recovery Laboratory located in Discovery Park.
Faculty members have a long history of working
closely with and providing leadership to various
Purdue University Discovery Park Centers (www
.purdue.edu/DP). The successful applicant will
conduct research, will advise graduate students,
will teach undergraduate and graduate level courses,
and will perform service. The successful applicant
will be expected to work across these existing areas of deeply personal and relevant college experience.
Purdue expertise and build on them with a focus on
unconventional resources. Applicants should have a
vision for the design and execution of a cross-func-
tional program that achieves the intended mission as
described above.
Interested applicants should visit https://hiring
.science.purdue.edu; submit a curriculum vitae, a
research statement, a vision statement, a teaching
statement, and complete contact information for at
least 3 references. Review of applications will begin
January 15, 2016, and continue until the position
is filled. Questions related to this position should
be sent to Drs. John Cushman or Ken Ridgway,
Co-Chairs of the Search Committee (phone:
765-494-3258, email jcushman@purdue.edu or
ridge@purdue.edu). Applications will be accepted
until the position is filled.
Purdue University is a dynamic, growing
university and a great place to work. Our inclusive
community of scholars, students and staff impart an
uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute
creative ideas to further the university’s mission of
teaching, discovery and engagement.
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.
Purdue University is committed to maintaining
a community which recognizes and values the
inherent worth and dignity of every person. In
pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the
University seeks to develop and nurture diversity.
All qualified applicants for employment will receive
sex, national origin or ancestry, genetic information,
gender identity and expression, disability or status
as a veteran.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF GEOLOGY
COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY
The Dept. of Earth and Space Sciences at Columbus
State University invites applications for a tenure-
track Assistant Professor position with specialization
in Sedimentology/Stratigraphy to begin Fall 2016.
Candidates must demonstrate potential for
research and effective teaching of university level
courses. The successful candidate will be expected
to maintain an active research program, including
mentoring graduate and undergraduate students,
leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals;
assist with academic advising; and contribute to the
service needs of the university. Teaching responsi-
bilities will include: introductory geology, sedimen-
tary geology, stratigraphy and basin analysis, as well
as other undergraduate/graduate courses within the
The Dept. of Earth and Space Sciences is strongly
interdisciplinary with tracks in Astrophysics and
Planetary Geology, Environmental Science, Geology,
and Secondary Education within the BS Earth and
Space Sciences program, as well as degree tracks in
Geoscience and Environmental Science within the
MS Natural Sciences program. Earth and Space GSA TODAY | www.geosociety.org/classiads
Sciences faculty have a strong tradition of incorpo-
rating both undergraduate and graduate students in
faculty research.
Columbus State University provides a creative,
Serving the Southeast while attracting students
from around the world, Columbus State thrives on
community partnerships to deliver excellence for
students who want to achieve personal and profes-
sional success in an increasingly global environment.
Just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Columbus
State University is a proud member of the Univer-
sity System of Georgia, enrolling more than 8,400
students in a wide variety of degree programs, from
online degrees to a doctorate in education. Among
public regional universities in the South, Columbus
State University recently ranked No. 46 in the “Best
Colleges” rankings by U.S. News & World Report.
CSU has a nationally recognized track record of
partnership and outreach through efforts such as the
Cunningham Center for Leadership Development,
Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows
Environmental Learning Center, and its own resi-
dence—the Spencer House—in Oxford, England.
The University has two primary campus locations
in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150
acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus
in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the
Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with
more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class
enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley
Company, TSYS and Ft. Benning, the U.S. Army’s
Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For
additional information about the University visit
our website at www.ColumbusState.edu.
Candidates should have an earned doctorate in
the broad field of Geoscience prior to the start date
of August 2016. Experience teaching at the baccalau-
reate level is desired.
Candidates with interdisciplinary interests are
preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately
and will continue until the position has been filled.
Applications for part-time and full-time faculty
positions must include transcripts of all academic
work, and official transcripts must be presented
prior to campus visit if selected for interview. Appli-
cants must have the ability to meet Southern Asso-
ciation of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, in particular a
minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching disci-
pline. Columbus State University is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Committed to
Diversity in Hiring.
A successful criminal background check will be
required as a condition of employment.
Required Documents to Submit with Online
Application:
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Other document 1: Statement of Research Interests
• Other document 2: Contact information for
3 persons willing to provide letters of reference
All applications and required documents must
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