Assistant Professor
Stable Isotope Geochemistry
Vacancy #10F028
Position #6021
The Department of Geography and Geology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in stable isotope geochemistry to begin August 2010. The candidate’s area of specialty should complement established research and teaching programs in the department such as coastal and marine processes, sedimentology/stratigraphy, hydrology/climatology, and paleobiology. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses in their area of expertise, direct graduate student research, establish an externally funded research program, and provide leadership for the Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry laboratory at the Center for Marine Science (CMS). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of related programs within the College of Arts and Sciences and the CMS. A PhD in geological sciences, marine sciences, or a related field is required. The department currently offers B.A., B.S., and M.S. degrees in geology, B.A. in geography, along with a G.I.S. certificate and minors in geology, geography, and oceanography.
For additional information on faculty and programs see: www.uncw.edu/earsci. To apply, complete the online application process at http://consensus.uncw.edu. A letter of application including brief statements of teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae and contact information, including
e-mail addresses, for three professional references should be attached to the online application. Not e-mailed, mailed or faxed. MS Word or PDF attachments are required. For questions about the position, contact Dr. Richard Laws, Search Committee Chair, laws@uncw.edu, (910) 962-4125. For questions about the online application process, contact Ms. Cathy Morris, morris@uncw.edu or (910) 962-3536. Review of application will begin February 1, 2010 but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified men and women from all racial, ethnic, or other minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
