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Per line each –> search sedimentology. Ph.D. Opportunity in Active Tectonics and
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Classification 1st month (same ad) Application deadline: August 24th, 2019 (23:59 Remote Sensing, University of Canterbury. One
Positions Open $9.35 $9.30 Swiss time GMT+2). fully funded Ph.D. scholarship in active tecton-
Fellowship Opportunities $9.35 $9.30 ics and remote sensing is available through a joint
Opportunities for Students Assistant (Tenure-Track) or Associate research initiative with Dr. Tim Stahl at the Univer-
First 25 lines FREE $5.00 (Tenured) Professor in Solid Earth sity of Canterbury and Dr. Kate Clark at the Insti-
Additional lines $5.00 $5.00 Geophysics, The University of Texas tute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences (GNS).
at Austin The successful applicant will join a research team
POSITIONS OPEN The Dept. of Geological Sciences in the Jackson utilising novel photogrammetric datasets and tech-
School of Geosciences at The University of Texas niques, alongside field work, to research historical
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) at Austin seeks to hire a faculty member in the field earthquake fault ruptures in a range of tectonic
in Paleoclimate Sedimentology, of solid Earth geophysics at the Assistant (tenure- environments in New Zealand. Research topics
University of Lausanne track) or Associate Professor (tenured) level. We include (1) developing techniques for processing
The Faculty of Geosciences and the Environment are looking for an outstanding scientist who will historical aerial photographs into digital elevation
(FGSE) of the University of Lausanne invites establish an innovative, externally funded research data; (2) analysis of pre- and post-earthquake data
applications for a professorship in Paleoclimate program and will be committed to both teaching for the purpose of assessing fault geometries, con-
Sedimentology, to be based in the Institute of Earth and mentoring at the undergraduate and gradu- nectivity and kinematics; (3) modelling multi-fault
Sciences (ISTE). ate levels. The successful applicant is expected ruptures using geologic and remotely sensed vali-
We are looking for an excellent sedimentologist to develop a vibrant research program that con- dation datasets, and exploring the implications of
who focuses on the reconstruction of past climate tributes to the understanding of the dynamics and this research for seismic hazard analysis.
changes (including sedimentary, paleoclimate, evolution of the solid Earth and complements exist- The ideal candidate will have strengths in active
biological and paleoceanography changes) at geo- ing strengths within the Jackson School. Areas of tectonics, paleoseismology, and/or geomorphol-
logical timescales using the stratigraphic and sedi- specialization might include, but are not limited to, ogy, and will have worked with remote sensing
mentary record. We seek a candidate who can pro- seismology, geodesy, and geodynamics. Review of data. Field experience in active tectonics/geomor-
vide an innovative interpretation of sedimentary applications will begin September 1, 2019, and will phology would be beneficial and experience in
archives, using laboratory, and field techniques and continue until the position is filled. computational science, programming &/or numeri-
reconstructing Earth system history. The ideal can- The Dept. of Geological Sciences is part of the cal modelling is required. Masters degree or BS/
didate should have a strong background in geology, Jackson School of Geosciences (JSG), which also BSc degree with significant research and work
a strong commitment to field-based research and includes two research units, the Institute for Geo- experience required. The Ph.D. position will be
a willingness to contribute to field-based teaching. physics and the Bureau of Economic Geology. based in Christchurch, New Zealand, at the Uni-
The successful candidate will actively par- With over 190 research scientists and faculty, the versity of Canterbury. There will be opportuni-
ticipate in the research activities of the Institute of Jackson School of Geosciences is one of the largest ties to undertake research visits to GNS Science,
Earth Sciences, will teach in the Bachelor of Geo- academic earth science schools in the country. The Lower Hutt. Applications will be accepted until 15
sciences and Environment and in relevant Masters University of Texas is also home to the Oden Insti- July 2019 or until the position is filled. Please email
taught by the FGSE, and will supervise masters and tute for Computational Engineering and Sciences timothy.stahl@canterbury.ac.nz with your CV and
doctoral students. and the Texas Advanced Computing Center. The cover letter. Candidates from under-represented
Appointment will be at the Assistant Profes- University is located in a thriving metropolitan area and diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
sor level (tenure track). However, exceptionally, with a dynamic, multicultural community of over
we will consider outstanding candidates for direct one million people. The department is interested in
appointment to the Associate or Ordinary Profes- building a culturally diverse intellectual commu- Hiring?
sor level, notably if this corresponds with our equal nity and we strongly encourage applications from Find those qualified to fill vacancies.
opportunity objectives. all underrepresented groups. The University of
The application should include a cover letter Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer Use print issues of GSA Today
(max 0.5 page), a full Curriculum Vitae, a research with a commitment to diversity at all levels. and GSA’s Geoscience Job Board
statement (max. 4 pages), a teaching statement Interested applicants should submit a cover (www.geosociety.org/jobs). Bundle
(max. 2 pages), PDFs of the three most significant letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and save for best pricing options.
publications, and the names and contact infor- statement addressing past and/or potential contri-
mation of five referees. For further information, butions to diversity through research, teaching, That unique candidate is
contact Prof. Frédéric Herman, Dean of the FGSE and or service, and a list of at least three individu- waiting to be found.
(frederic.herman@unil.ch). als who would be able to provide letters of refer-

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