UC Santa Cruz Geology Faculty search

UCSC Assistant Professor search forwarded from Emily Brodsky:

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) at the University of California, Santa Cruz, seeks a geologist whose research focuses on the dynamics and evolution of continental and marine lithosphere, including its surface. We are particularly interested in candidates concentrating on research areas that incorporate, but are not restricted to: evolution of mountain belts, geomorphology, active tectonics, and climate-tectonics interactions. We welcome qualified applicants whose technical expertise will build upon or complement our existing strengths in areas such as: geochemistry, field geophysics, and remote sensing.

The successful applicant is expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and supervise research by graduate and undergraduate students. The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching and/or service.

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (http://www.es.ucsc.edu) consists of 21 faculty, ~60 graduate students, ~100 undergraduate majors, and an outstanding technical support and administrative staff. Additionally, EPS faculty can take advantage of existing collaborations, or establish new ones, with researchers in the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics, the Institute of Marine Sciences, and faculty from other affiliated departments. Diverse analytical and computational resources are available at UCSC and our faculty have access to UC-wide and regional science communities and facilities in the greater Bay Area.

RANK: Assistant Professor

SALARY: Step and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Earth Sciences or related field; a demonstrated record of research excellence and potential to obtain external funding; and a commitment to and talent for teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Fall 2008

TO APPLY: To ensure full consideration, send curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research and teaching interests, reprints, and arrange to have five letters of recommendation* sent to the address below. Applicants are invited to submit a statement addressing their contributions to diversity through their research, service, and/or teaching.

Assistant Professor Search Committee
c/o Judy Van Leuven, MSO
University of California, Santa Cruz
Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064

Please refer to position #357-08 in all correspondence.
(Inquiries only: judy@pmc.ucsc.edu; 831-459-4478)

*All letters are considered as confidential documents. Please direct your letter writers to the UCSC Confidentiality Statement at:

http://www2.ucsc.edu/ahr/academic_policies_and_procedures/cappm/confstm.htm

CLOSING DATE: The position will remain opened until filled. Screening will begin with applications postmarked by December 1, 2007. To ensure full consideration, all application materials must arrive by the initial screening date.

UC Santa Cruz faculty make significant contributions to the body of research that has earned the University of California the ranking as the foremost public higher education institution in the world. In the process, our faculty demonstrate that cutting-edge research, excellent teaching and outstanding service are mutually supportive. The University of California, Santa Cruz is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to excellence through diversity. We strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Office at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

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