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Department Head, Biology, Geology, As a member of the Texas A&M System, Tarleton occasional lifting of moderate loads (50 lbs) in office
and Environmental Science, University will provide equal opportunity for employment to and field environments.
of Tennessee at Chattanooga all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, Preferred Qualifications: Experience and ability
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) national origin, age, disability, genetic information, to teach additional courses from wider background
is preferred, but not essential.
College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity
the position of Head of the Department of Biology, and will strive to achieve full and equal employment
Geology, and Environmental Science (BGE) at the opportunity through the Texas A&M System. Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research
rank of associate or full professor. This is a tenure- Required Qualification: Candidates must hold Fellowships, U.S. Geological Survey
track, 12-month position with appointment to begin a Master’s Degree in geology, geological sciences, Various Locations
August 1, 2021. The field of specialization is open, environmental science, or a related field at the time The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking
but candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in Biol- of employment. Must demonstrate potential for candidates for Mendenhall Research Fellows. The
ogy, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related outstanding teaching, and strong verbal and writ- postdoctoral fellows are appointed to the USGS for
discipline to be considered. Applicants must have ten communication skills. Physical activity will two years and receive full salary and benefits at the
administrative experience and demonstrate the involve sitting, standing, bending, climbing stairs GS-12 level, step 1. Mendenhall Fellow appointments
ability to support and integrate our large, complex, and walking, 20/20 corrected eyesight, and occa- are time limited, not to exceed two years, and are full-
multidisciplinary department while promoting our sional lifting of moderate loads (50 lbs) in an office time. Under certain circumstances, the appointment
disciplinary identities and strengths. The successful and field environment. may be extended up to an additional two years.
candidate should be a forward thinker who is able Preferred Qualifications: Experience and ability Open – Thursday 10/1/20, Close – Monday 1/4/21
to motivate the department to pursue a long-term to teach additional courses from wider background The USGS Mendenhall Research Fellowship Pro-
vision that will grow our strengths and capitalize is preferred, but not essential. gram provides an opportunity for postdoctoral fellows
on our uniqueness. We are especially interested to conduct concentrated research in association with
in candidates with strong communication skills Environmental Science Tenure Track USGS scientists, often as a final element to their for-
that will encourage open conversation within the Assistant Professor (9 Month), Tarleton mal career preparation. The Program also provides:
department and facilitate advocacy of departmen- State University 1) research experiences that enhance the scientific
tal needs to the upper administration. Applicants The Department of Chemistry, Geosciences, and stature and credentials of the Fellows; and 2) scien-
should have a history of teaching accomplishment Physics at Tarleton State University, in Stephenville, tific expertise to assist in the implementation of the
and scholarly productivity and a sustained commit- Texas, invites applications for the tenure-track posi- USGS Strategic Plan and the science strategy of its
ment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher tion of Assistant Professor of Environmental Science programs. Mendenhall Fellows are expected to pub-
education with a focus on increasing the participa- (9 month) starting Fall 2021. The successful candi- lish their results in peer-reviewed scientific outlets.
tion of underrepresented students and faculty in the date will support the Environmental Science Mas- Applicants are encouraged to contact the Research
sciences. We encourage applications from members ters of Science program through engaging, student- Advisor(s) for the Research Opportunity of interest to
of under-represented groups, including but not lim- centered teaching, establishment of a competitive coordinate the development of a research proposal.
ited to women, people of color, LGBTQ+, gender- research program, and actively contribute to service More information on Research Opportunities and
nonconforming individuals, first generation college and outreach initiatives that advance the department, specific application requirements can be found at
graduates, and people with disabilities. college, and university. Candidates will be expected https://www.usgs.gov/centers/mendenhall/research
For detailed information about this position, -opportunities.
including minimum and preferred qualifications to instruct in graduate-level environmental science For more information, contact the Mendenhall
courses in both a face-to-face and virtual format,
and application procedure, refer to the position as well as assist in teaching undergraduate courses mailbox at mendenhall@usgs.gov.
announcement using the following link: The U.S. Geological Survey is an Equal Oppor-
https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/utc_faculty/ as appropriate, while assisting in the expansion and tunity Employer.
jobdetail.ftl?job=20000000X1. management of the Master’s program at Tarleton
Review of applications begins Friday, November State University. Research specialization areas are OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
6, 2020 and will continue until position is filled. broad, and candidates with experience in climate,
remediation, or compliance are especially encour- Graduate Student Opportunities at Case Western
Geosciences Instructor, Tarleton State aged to apply. All application submissions must be Reserve University. Students with backgrounds in
University made electronically through Tarleton’s employment geology, physics, chemistry, biology, engineering,
The Department of Chemistry, Geosciences, and site, https://www.tarleton.edu/jobs/. and related fields are encouraged to apply for our
Physics at Tarleton State University, in Stephen- Review of applications will begin immediately, Ph.D. and MS programs in Earth, Environmental,
ville, Texas, invites applications for a non-tenure and continue until the position is filled. Position and Planetary Sciences. Areas of active research in
track Instructor of Geosciences (9 month) start- availability is contingent on budgetary approval. the Department include planetary geology and geo-
ing Fall 2021. The successful candidate will sup- Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ dynamics, planetary materials, high-pressure mineral
port the Geosciences program through engaging, Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. physics and geochemistry, core and mantle processes,
student-centered teaching, and actively contribute As a member of the Texas A&M System, Tarleton environmental science, sedimentary geology, and
to service and outreach initiatives that advance the will provide equal opportunity for employment to sediment transport. For more information, please visit
department, college, and university. Candidates will all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, http://eeps.case.edu or write to eeps-gradinfo@case
be expected to instruct in introductory geoscience national origin, age, disability, genetic information, .edu. Financial assistance is available. Application
and related discipline courses and laboratories, and veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity deadline: 1/15/2021.
be competent in face-to-face and online instruction. and will strive to achieve full and equal employment
All application submissions must be made electroni- opportunity through the Texas A&M System. Graduate Student Opportunities (MS), Ohio
cally through Tarleton’s employment site, https:// Required Qualification: Candidates must hold a University. The Department of Geological Sci-
www.tarleton.edu/jobs/. Ph.D. in environmental science or a related field at ences at Ohio University invites applications to its
Review of applications will begin immediately, the time of employment. Must demonstrate potential research thesis-based MS degree in Geology for
and continue until the position is filled. Position for outstanding teaching, research, and strong verbal the Fall of 2021. The Geological Sciences faculty at
availability is contingent on budgetary approval. and written communication skills. Physical activ- Ohio University collaborate in three research clus-
Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ ity will involve sitting, standing, bending, climbing ters: paleobiology and sedimentary geology, solid
Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. stairs and walking, 20/20 corrected eyesight, and earth and planetary dynamics, and environmental
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