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Assistant Professor
Posting Number	req12005
Department	Geosciences
Department Website Link	geo.arizona.edu
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The Department of Geosciences invites applications for a tenure eligible faculty position to be filled by May 2023 at the Assistant Professor level. We seek applicants with interests in the broad field of tectonics, including but not limited to past and present continental tectonics, marine tectonics, planetary tectonics, Geodynamics, Geodesy, Seismology, and Tectonics-Surface-Climate interactions. The appointee is expected to develop a high-profile, externally funded research program, teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in solid-Earth geology/geophysics, and to engage in departmental, university, and external service. The position is open to applicants who hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. The Department of Geosciences seeks faculty who promote diversity and equity in research, education, and outreach, and who have interests in collaborative research and curricular activities. The Department of Geosciences at the University of Arizona features perennial top-ten ranked programs in geology, geophysics, and geochemistry, and a growing emphasis in climate science and paleoclimatology. The Department includes 33 full-time faculty members, 30-40 research scientists, 70-80 graduate students, and 200-250 undergraduate students. The University of Arizona also has top planetary science, hydrology, and engineering departments with significant potential for collaboration. Review of applications will begin Jan 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .
Duties & Responsibilities	This position is expected to maintain an active research program, participate fully, and with distinction, in both undergraduate and graduate education, and carry advising duties and committee assignments. Additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications	A Ph.D. In Geosciences or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
Rank	Assistant Professor
Tenure Information	Tenure-Eligible (TE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	DOE
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	10/21/2022
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Dr. Jay Quade quadej@arizona.edu
Open Date	10/13/2022
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Five Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant	Required application materials include: a (1) curriculum vitae; (2) cover letter; (3) statement of research interests and accomplishments; (4) statement of teaching interests and qualifications; (5) vision statement describing how the candidate would develop their research program, (6) statement describing the candidate’s experience in working with diverse students, diversifying a department, or demonstrating success in increasing a sense of academic inclusiveness; and (7) list of at least three references (including an email addresses and telephone numbers)
Diversity Statement	At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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