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regard, we particularly seek individuals who are groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. graduate students and to pursue external research
interested in a) promoting diversity in research, Texas A&M University also has a policy of being funding.
education, and outreach, b) developing innova- responsive to the needs of dual-career partners
tive approaches to enhancing student engagement, (hr.tamu.edu/employment/dual-career.html). Wilkes University is an independent, compre-
c) participating in outreach and contributing to hensive university dedicated to academic excel-
departmental, college, and university service, d) a Please send your application materials to F.M. lence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected
variety of collaborative, teaching, and curricular Chester, chair of the Halbouty Visiting Chair Com- professional programs. The University has approx-
perspectives, and e) expanding collaborations with mittee (chesterf@tamu.edu). For further informa- imately 2300 students at the undergraduate level
community and business partners. tion, contact F.M. Chester or other faculty mem- and over 2,000 full time equivalent students at the
bers of the department (http://geoweb.tamu.edu/). graduate and first professional levels. Its institu-
To Apply: For more information, and to apply tional focus is on developing strong mentoring
for the position, please see the job posting at ASSISTANT PROFESSOR relationships with each of its students and contrib-
https://uacareers.com/postings/15210. STRUCTURE/TECTONICS uting vitally to economic development of North-
eastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in
MICHEL T. HALBOUTY ‘30 VISITING WILKES UNIVERSITY Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city that
CHAIR IN GEOLOGY AND GEOPHYSICS Wilkes University invites applicants for a tenure- is located on the scenic Susquehanna River and is
track Assistant Professor of Geology in the within two and one-half hours driving distance of
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences New York City and Philadelphia.
The Department of Geology and Geophysics at Department starting August 2017. The Environ-
Texas A&M University is pleased to announce the mental Engineering and Earth Sciences programs, To apply, visit www.Wilkes.edu and click “Jobs
Michel T. Halbouty ‘30 Visiting Chair in Geology including Geology, are exclusively undergraduate at Wilkes”. Please include a cover letter, curricu-
and Geophysics. The purpose of Mr. Halbouty’s programs that have a long tradition of personalized lum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and
generous gift is to “Promote excellence in the learning/teaching experiences with small class contact information for three references. Review
teaching and research of the Department of Geol- sizes, publishable undergraduate research, and of applications begins February 1, 2017 and will
ogy and Geophysics.” We expect to appoint 4 to 5 hands-on projects throughout the curriculum. The continue until the position is filled. Information
distinguished scholars to the Visiting Chair over successful applicant would be expected to comple- on the Department is at http://www.wilkes.edu/
the next few years and provide them the opportu- ment the science and engineering faculty (8 full- academics/colleges/science-and-engineering/
nity to visit our campus and interact with depart- time members) and value undergraduate research. environmental-engineering-earth-sciences/.
ment faculty and students for up to twelve months
duration. The appointment provides partial salary The Department seeks a candidate with exper- Wilkes University is constantly seeking to
support and additional funds to cover lodging and tise in tectonics/structural geology, teaching become a more diverse community and to enhance
travel, as well as proposed engagement activities. experience at the undergraduate level in these and its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural
related areas, experience mentoring undergraduate richness that diversity brings. The University
Applications should be submitted by March level students in research, an ability to work with strongly encourages applications from persons
20, 2017, to be considered for awards in 2017 and an interdisciplinary team of faculty and a desire with diverse backgrounds.
2018. Interested persons are encouraged to contact to assist the Department in delivering a modern
faculty members in the Department of Geology undergraduate geology major. Teaching and/or GSA Advertising
and Geophysics (http://geoweb.tamu.edu/). Appli- research experience that bridges environmental Manager
cations should identify potential faculty propo- science, energy resources, or a closely related field
nents, include a CV, a 2-page proposal identifying will be considered favorably. Field-based research Ann Crawford
research, teaching and engagement activities as a and an interest in the North American Appala-
Visiting Chair holder, availability for visiting the chian orogenic belt are desirable. The successful advertising@geosociety.org
department in the upcoming academic year, and candidate is expected to assist in the development +1-303-357-1053
tabulation of desired funds needed for salary and of a summer geology field course. Candidates
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tion of a diverse faculty and student body and com- and field methods. We seek a candidate who is able
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The University is dedicated to the goal of building in-field instruction and who is amenable to teach
a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff courses outside of their specialty area such as
committed to teaching and working in a multicul- hydrogeology, paleontology and energy resources.
tural environment. We strongly encourage appli- The successful applicant will be expected to
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