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please contact Rhonda McKay at rlmckay2@
alaska.edu.
UA is an AA/EO employer and educational
institution and prohibits illegal discrimina-
tion against any individual: www.alaska.edu/
nondiscrimination.
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION
NEAR-SURFACE GEOPHYSICS OR
SEDIMENTARY PETROLOGY
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
OREM, UTAH. The Dept. of Earth Science at
Utah Valley University (UVU) invites applications
for a tenure-track position to begin August 2018.
We seek a talented and committed educator with
expertise in sedimentary petrology, near-surface
geophysics, or geophysics applied to engineering
geology. The successful candidate must have a
Ph.D. in geology or a closely related field at the
time of appointment. Responsibilities will include
teaching introductory level geoscience courses,
supervision of undergraduate research, possible
development of new upper division course(s) in
the successful applicant’s area of expertise, and
service to the institution. Excellent teaching skills lent facilities, and new Geography programs,
and a strong commitment to effective teaching and
undergraduate research are necessary.
UVU, located in Orem, Utah, is a fast-growing
comprehensive state institution of higher educa-
tion with over 36,000 students and strong sup-
port for engaged learning. The university sits
at the western front of the Wasatch Mountains,
with superb opportunities for field-based teach-
ing and research. The Dept. of Earth Science
has a 13-member faculty with a strong record of
mentoring undergraduate research and offers B.S.
programs in Geology, Environmental Science &
Management, and Earth Science Education. It has
excellent facilities, including a GEODE seismo-
graph, XRF, ICP-OES, SEM (EDX and CL-capa-
ble), petrographic teaching microscopes, electrical
resistivity and magnetometer instruments, as well
as a range of other geochemical, remote sensing,
surveying, and computing resources. The depart-
ment also has strong ties to the University of Utah,
Brigham Young University, Utah State University,
local industry and governmental organizations.
UVU is located in the Provo-Orem metropoli-
tan area, which has a population of over 500,000
and excellent access to numerous outdoor rec-
reational activities such as snow sports, hiking,
mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, and hunt-
ing. Salt Lake City is 45 minutes north by high-
speed commuter rail and has a major airport and a
vibrant cultural scene including highly acclaimed
ballet, outdoor concert series, professional sports
and more (see www.slcgov.com/arts and www.
visitsaltlake.com). In addition, Utah boasts world
famous National Parks and Monuments. For more
information, please see http://www.uvu.edu/earth-
science/ or contact Michael Bunds at michael.
bunds@uvu.edu.
To apply, please visit https://www.uvu.jobs/
postings/3579. Applications will be evaluated
beginning 1/5/18.
Utah Valley University is an Equal Opportu-
nity Employer/Veterans/Disabled/Equal Access
Employer. Utah Valley University is committed to
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an inclusive hiring process and the welcoming of
diverse candidates.
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
OREM, UTAH. The Dept. of Earth Science
at Utah Valley University (UVU) invites appli-
cations for a full-time, tenure-track position
in Physical Geography, to begin August 2018.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in
physical geography, expertise in remote sensing,
applied research projects in physical geography,
and a demonstrated commitment to excellence
in teaching. Responsibilities will include teach-
ing introductory geography courses and upper
division courses in the candidate’s area of exper-
tise, including remote sensing, as well as engag-
ing in scholarship, supervision of undergraduate
research, activity in professional organizations,
and service.
UVU is a growing comprehensive state univer-
sity with over 30,000 students and strong support
for undergraduate research. The Dept. of Earth
Science consists of a 13 full-time faculty, excel-
including a Certificate of GIS starting in the fall
of 2017 and B.S. degree submitted to the State
Board of Regents. The department also offers B.S.
programs in Geology, Environmental Science &
Management, and Earth Science Education. UVU
is located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains,
45 minutes south of downtown Salt Lake City. The
area offers outstanding outdoor recreation oppor-
tunities and a vibrant cultural scene including
highly acclaimed ballet, symphony and outdoor
concert series.
For more information, please visit www.uvu
.edu/earthscience and/or contact the search com-
mittee co-chairs, Hilary Hungerford (hilary.
hungerford@uvu.edu) and Nathan Toké (Nathan.
Toke@uvu.edu). To apply and for details on
application requirements, please visit www.uvu.
jobs. Applications will be evaluated beginning
12/17/17. Utah Valley University is an Affirma-
tive Action/ Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access
Employer. Employment decisions are made on the
basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to ment, please visit http://csus.peopleadmin.com/
perform the job without regard to race, color, reli-
gion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gen-
der identity, gender expression, age (40 and over),
disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth,
or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic informa-
tion, or other bases protected by applicable federal, The Dept. of Geosciences at NTU is seeking active
state, or local law.
TWO-YEAR POST-DOCTORAL POSITION
LOW TEMPERATURE GEOCHEMISTRY
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
The Dept. of Geology at Kansas State University
invites applications for a post-doctoral position
for up to two years beginning in August 2018. The
successful candidate’s research will emphasize
Low temperature aqueous geochemistry. Antici-
pated areas of specialization could include at least
one of the following: Application of Stable Isotope
Systematics in Hydrochemistry, Rare Earth Ele-
ment Geochemistry in Groundwater Flow Sys-
tems, Use of inorganic and organic tracers to bet-
ter understand provenance of groundwater solvent
and solute sources and processes, Environmental
Geochemistry, Contaminant Hydrology, Ground-
water Contaminant Geochemistry, and Critical
Zone Geochemistry. Research that interfaces with
the broad area of biogeochemistry and chemical
hydrogeology is highly desirable. Along with post-
doctoral research this position also requires teach-
ing 2 sections of Introductory Geology course per
semester. A detailed advertisement for the posi-
tion is located: http://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/
job/502098/fellow-post-doc-geology
Screening of applications begins Feb 1, 2018
and continues until the position is filled. Full con-
sideration will be given to applications received
by Feb 15, 2018. Kansas State University is an
EOE of individuals with disabilities and protected
veterans. Kansas State University actively seeks
diversity among its employees. Background check
required.
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION
GEOLOGY AND/OR GEOSCIENCE
EDUCATION, CALIFORNIA STATE
UNIVERSITY, SACRAMENTO
The Geology Dept. in the College of Natural
Sciences and Mathematics at California State
University, Sacramento invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor of Geology and/
or Geoscience Education to begin August 2018.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in geology or related
field by August 2018. The ideal candidate will be a
specialist in geodesy, earth materials, engineering
geology, soils, or surface water. We will consider
other specialties that fit the needs of the depart-
ment. The successful candidate will embrace the
opportunity to teach general education courses to
a diverse student population, conduct a research
program that involves undergraduate and gradu-
ate geology students, and be a fully engaged par-
ticipant in a small, collegial department. Enthusi-
asm and a commitment to teaching and mentoring
are essential. Salary will be dependent on qualifi-
cations and professional experience. Screening of
applications will begin January 15, 2018; position
open until filled. For the full vacancy announce-
postings/2162.
FACULTY POSITIONS
DEPARTMENT OF GEOSCIENCES
NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY
scientists to fill two faculty positions starting from
August 1st, 2018. The positions are open to candi-
dates from all fields in geosciences, but those who
have strong background in the fields of petrology
and geochemistry, geo-resources, energy explora-
tion, stratigraphy, sedimentology, structural geol-
ogy and hydro- and applied geology will receive
more favorable consideration. Applicants are
requested to submit the following documents: CV,
list of publications, statements of teaching and
research interests, names and contact information
of three referees, and three to five articles pub-
lished within the last seven years (one of which
need to be designated as representative paper and
must be published after August 1st, 2013). Appli-
cation materials should be sent by email to Profes-