New faculty position at UCSB in Continental Dynamics
Date: 05/31/2007
Faculty Position in Continental Dynamics
Department of Earth Science
University of California, Santa Barbara
UCSB solicits applications for a tenure-track faculty position as described below:
CONTINENTAL DYNAMICS
The Department of Earth Science at the University of California at Santa Barbara seeks a broadly educated geoscientist who conducts creative research on the structural/petrological evolution of the continents. A field orientation combined with expertise in analytical tools, such as geochronology or isotope geochemistry, or computational skills, such as numerical modeling or GIS analysis, is required. The appointee is expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and teach undergraduate and graduate courses. This tenure-track appointment will be as an Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2008.
A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2007. Applicants should submit a PDF file containing a letter of application, curriculum vita, a description of teaching and research objectives and accomplishments, and a list of names and contact information of the referees. The application file and letters of reference should be submitted via email to continental_dynamics@geol.ucsb.edu. Queries about this application can be directed to Bradley Hacker (hacker@geol.ucsb.edu).
The Department of Earth Science is dedicated to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. For more information about the department visit our webpage www.geol.ucsb.edu). UCSB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
