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bon sequestration, and geologic mapping Assistant Professor of Instruction, cations in top-ranked and field relevant journals
• Build relationships with global federal and state Mineralogy/Petrology, University of or forthcoming publications meeting high interna-
agencies, industry, foundations, NGOs, and inter- Akron tional standards, the submitted research statement,
national groups that will ensure that new program The Department of Geosciences, University of presentations at significant conferences, awards
opportunities are created and funded Akron, Ohio, has an opening for a non-tenure and accolades and strong endorsements from refer-
• Manage staffing and scheduling; coordinate with track position in mineralogy/petrology (job# ees of high standing.
administrators and project PI’s to ensure that 11999). Candidates must possess a Ph.D. (or ABD The candidate must also show a strong commit-
projects are on schedule, on budget, and research with a previously earned master’s in geosciences) ment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate
groups are collaborating appropriately in the geosciences and have the ability to teach level teaching. Evidence of excellence in teaching
• Represent the Bureau at conferences and UT mineralogy, petrology, introductory-level earth will be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments,
meetings. science and summer Geology Field Camp courses. the teaching dossier, the teaching statement, sample
Required Qualifications. Advanced degree with For complete required and preferred qualifica- course materials, and teaching evaluations, or other
major course work in the field of earth science. tions and to apply visit: http://www.uakron.edu/ evidence of superior performance in teaching-
Ph.D. with minimum of 12 years work experience, jobs. When completing the application attach: (1) related activities submitted as part of the applica-
or master’s degree with minimum 17 years experi- a CV; (2) a brief statement of teaching philoso- tion, as well as strong endorsements by referee.
ence, in a field related to the Bureau’s core areas phy that describes your pedagogical approaches Other teaching-related activities include perfor-
of environmental research, as per responsibilities and how your teaching and research experiences mance as a teaching assistant or course instructors,
outlined above. Excellent management, admin- will contribute to the growth and success of the experience leading successful workshops or semi-
istrative, leadership and organizational abilities. department; (3) unofficial transcripts; (4) contact nars, student mentorship, or excellent conference
Previous experience as a successful leader of major information for at least 3 references. Review of presentations or posters. Primary teaching respon-
research programs. Acknowledged contributions in applications will begin January 14, 2020. Ques- sibilities may include any sub-disciplines within
one or more aspects of environmental research. Rel- tions can be directed to John Peck at jpeck@ petrology, mineralogy, and high-temperature-
evant education and experience may be substituted uakron.edu. The University of Akron is an equal geochemistry as well as introductory-level courses
as appropriate. education and employment institution committed within the broader field of Earth sciences. In addi-
Preferred Qualifications. Proven record of to affirmative action. It is university policy that tion, field-based courses will be integral parts of the
research and leadership, preferably related to the there shall be no unlawful discrimination. teaching assignments.
Bureau’s core areas of environmental research. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications
Demonstrated ability to attract and administer Assistant Professor, Igneous and experience.
external funds from a variety of sources, including Petrology or High-Temperature All qualified candidates are invited to apply
federal agencies, state and local governments, and Geochemistry, University of Toronto online by clicking the link below. Applicants must
industry. A strong record of research publication The Department of Earth Sciences [https://www .es submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae,
and presentations. Evidence of innovation and abil- .utoronto.ca/] in the Faculty of Arts and Science at a research statement outlining current and future
ity to think creatively. the University of Toronto invites applications for a research interests, up to three sample papers, and
Salary Range. $180,000 + depending on quali- full-time tenure stream position in the area of igne- teaching dossier to include a statement of teach-
fications. ous petrology or high-temperature geochemistry, ing philosophy and experience (3-5 pages for each
About the Bureau of Economic Geology. Estab- particularly (but not exclusively) related to mineral statement), sample course materials, teaching
lished in 1909, the Bureau of Economic Geology in deposits research. The appointment will be at the evaluations, or evidence of superior performance
the Jackson School of Geosciences is the oldest and rank of Assistant Professor, and will commence on in other teaching-related activities as listed above.
second-largest organized research unit at The Uni- July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. Applicants must also arrange to have three letters
versity of Texas at Austin. The Bureau is the State Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in of reference sent directly by the referee by email (on
Geological Survey of Texas, and conducts basic and geology or a related area by the time of the appoint- letterhead and signed) to geol_sec@es.utoronto.ca.
applied research around the world focusing on the ment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated The application materials and letters of reference
intersection of energy, the environment, and the record of excellence in research and teaching. The must be received by December 16, 2019.
economy. The Bureau partners with federal, state, University of Toronto has an outstanding interna- Submission guidelines can be found at http://
and local agencies, academic institutions, industry, tional reputation for research in the Earth Sciences. uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining
nonprofit organizations, and foundations to conduct We seek candidates in any dynamic and evolving attached documents into one or two files in PDF/
high-quality research and disseminate the results to sub-discipline of igneous petrology or high-tem- MS word format. If you have any questions about
the scientific and engineering communities as well perature geochemistry, and specifically application this position, please contact Ampy Tolentino at
as to the broad public. The Bureau provides tech- of the research to the study of economic geology or geol_sec@es.utoronto.ca.
nical, educational, and publicly accessible infor- ore deposits will be an asset. The successful candi- The University of Toronto is strongly committed
mation via a myriad of media forms to Texas, the date’s research program will further complement to diversity within its community and especially
nation, and the world. and develop the Department’s strengths [https:// welcomes applications from racialized persons/
Talented people are the Bureau’s formula for suc- www.es.utoronto.ca/research/faculty-interests/] persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal
cess. Our staff of over 250 includes scientists, engi- in understanding Earth materials through novel People of North America, persons with disabilities,
neers, economists, graduate students and support empirical, experimental, analytical and/or theo- LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to
staff, representing 27 countries, often working in retical approaches. The successful candidate will the further diversification of ideas
integrated, multi-disciplinary research teams. The be expected to pursue innovative and independent As part of your application, you will be asked to
Bureau’s facilities and state-of-the-art equipment research at the highest international level and to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is
include more than fifteen individual laboratories establish an outstanding, competitive and externally voluntary. Any information directed related to you
hosting researchers investigating everything from funded research program. The Department houses a is confidential and cannot be accessed by search
nanoparticles to basin-scale phenomena. collection [https://www.es.utoronto.ca/research/] of committees or human resources staff. Results will
To apply and for more information, please go to modern experimental and analytical facilities which be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.
http://bit.ly/2rlEH3p. the successful candidate would have an opportunity For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
The search will remain open until filled. Please to take advantage of and further develop. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply,
direct queries to the search committee chair, Mark Candidates must provide evidence of research however, Canadians and permanent residents will
Shuster at recruiting@beg.utexas.edu. excellence as demonstrated by a record of publi- be given priority.

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