************************ Faculty of Environment School of Earth and Environment Institute of Geophysics & Tectonics LEEDS UNIVERSITY, UK Professor Marjorie Wilson e-mail: M.Wilson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ************************ Lectureship in Igneous Petrology and Volcanology This post is available from 1 January 2007 for a fixed term of 3 years and has been created following the appointment of Professor Marjorie Wilson to the post of Pro-Dean for Research in the Faculty of Environment. You will be a member of the Institute of Geophysics and Tectonics (IGT), which comprises a number of internationally leading research groups in geophysics and geodynamics, including magmatic processes and volcano seismology. You will teach undergraduate courses in petrology and volcanology, including fieldwork, and to develop your own research programme. Your research interests should be within the broad field of igneous petrology and/or volcanology. Research support, additional training and mentoring will be provided. The School is one of the largest in the UK and has international calibre research groups working in a broad range of Earth and environmental science areas. We are looking for candidates who will enjoy the challenge of working in an interdisciplinary environment. You will have at least one year's post-doctoral experience, with a record of independent research, quality publications, and clear evidence of the potential to obtain external research grants. University grade 7 (£28,010 - £30,606p.a.) Further details concerning the School, its research activities and structure are available at http://www.see.leeds.ac.uk Informal enquiries about the post may be directed to Professor Marjorie Wilson tel: +44 (0) 113 343 5236, email M.Wilson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To apply on line please visit http://www.leeds.ac.uk and click on 'jobs'. Alternatively application packs are also available via email recruitment@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or tel +44 (0)113 343 5771. Job ref 315045 Closing date 1 November 2006 Possible date for interviews week commencing 20 November 2006. Further Particulars The School of Earth and Environment The School of Earth and Environment brings together a unique combination of environmental scientists spanning the fields of geophysics, atmospheric sciences, geology, Earth systems science and social science. The School has over 80 academic staff and 1000 students. Research in the School is structured around 4 institutes: o The Institute for Geophysics and Tectonics (IGT) (in which this post is located) is dedicated to understanding the structure and evolution of the Earth and neighbouring planets. Research spans a wide range of fields in geophysics and geodynamics. Recent appointments have been made in using Earth observation to understand geophysical processes at the Earth's surface and in the subsurface. The volcano-seismology group focuses on the analysis and modelling of volcanic processes using mainly broad-band seismological data, but also other geophysical approaches. The magmatic processes group provides complementary research in the relationship between magmatism and mantle dynamics and in the processes which trigger volcanic eruptions. o The Institute for Atmospheric Science (IAS) has a world-class research programme in atmospheric processes that underpins and feeds into developments in global models and ultimately climate prediction. The institute has wide ranging expertise in aerosols, cloud processes, atmospheric chemistry, and atmospheric dynamics. A particular strength of IAS's research is the close integration of field measurements using aircraft and ground-based instruments with a wide range of unique process-based models. Research groups in aerosol and cloud processes, atmospheric composition, and atmospheric dynamics & climate interact closely in UK and international field programmes. Models range from cloud-scale microphysics and dynamics to global scale atmospheric chemistry and aerosol processes. o The Institute of Geological Sciences comprises a large group of Earth science researchers with an exceptionally broad range of expertise. Research activities include the study of past and present environmental and climatic conditions, the processes that produce them and the effect on the evolution of life. A particular strength is the application of geochemical and physical measurements across all scales from the microscopic study of mineral growth and fluid inclusions through the scale of rivers and estuaries, to the global-scale study of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulphur and iron in terrestrial and marine systems. o The Sustainability Research Institute (SRI) is an interdisciplinary grouping of academics from a range of social science fields (ecological economics, anthropology, rangeland ecology, aquatic ecology, risk studies). Key strengths are integrated socio-economic and biophysical modelling for regional land-use and greenhouse gas emission scenarios and community vulnerability, adaptability and land use assessments. Theoretical approaches have been developed to better quantify and predict the likely socio-economic impacts of rapid climate change. Analytical facilities at Leeds Isotope geochemistry There is a long tradition of research in geochronology and isotope geochemistry at Leeds, and the laboratory facilities have recently been extensively refurbished. The Radiogenic Isotope suite includes both chemical laboratories and an instrument room, supported by complementary laboratory facilities. Chemistry laboratories include a new Class 7 cleanroom suite with four Class 4 workstations. Enriched isotopic spikes are available for many elements including U, Th, Pb (202Pb, 205Pb), REE, Rb and Sr. Established chemical separation procedures exist for U, Th, Pb, Sm, Nd, Rb, Sr and Cl. There are two thermal ionisation mass spectrometers: o a state of the art Thermo-Finnigan Triton with a collector array comprising 8 faradays + axial SEM with RPQ, installed in 2002. The Triton is currently mainly used for U, Pb and Sr analysis, including Sr samples at 100pg level. o a VG Micromass30 with single Faraday + analogue Daly collectors, recently used mainly for isotope dilution analyses and chlorine isotopes by the caesium chloride technique. Miineral chemistry and electron microscopy o Cameca SX-50 microprobe fitted with three wavelength dispersive spectrometers and an Oxford Instruments energy dispersive system. o Camscan SEM with cathodoluminescence capability, and high resolution backscattered detector for orientation work. o LA-ICP-MS: Agilent 7500c Quadrupole ICP-MS with Microlas ArF excimer laser ablation system o Stage-mounted microdrill for extraction from polished sections of microsamples down to 0.1mm. o Polishing facilities for preparation of thin sections, polished thin sections and polished blocks Whole-rock geochemistry o Access to XRF and ICP analytical facilities Main responsibilities of the post Teaching o contribute to the teaching, management and assessment of a range of undergraduate courses (modules) in petrology, volcanology and geodynamics, depending upon your background and expertise o contribute to curriculum development and module review o contribute to field teaching o undertake related administrative duties as appropriate. Research o undertake innovative and independent research within the broad field of igneous petrology and/or volcanology o supervise PhD students o publish scientific papers o obtain funding for research from external sources. Other o The University provides a range of professional development courses which academic staff are expected to take advantage of. Person Specification Essentials Candidates should have or be able to demonstrate the following: o a PhD in a relevant field of Earth Sciences o preferably at least 1 year of postdoctoral experience in a university or research institute. o a record of publications in reputable scientific journals, preferably with some publications in high impact journals. o some experience of writing research grant proposals o effective communication skills o an enthusiastic and modern approach to teaching within a range of Earth Science disciplines, including project supervision and field-based teaching. o a willingness to assist in relevant administrative duties as required, and to contribute to the community spirit in the school. o a commitment to personal career development How to Apply Applications should include the following:- o A completed application form. If you wish to download an application form please visit http://www.leeds.ac.uk/hr/policy/forms.htm o A Curriculum Vitae/information requested on page 2 of the form. o Equal Opportunities Monitoring form. Please return the Form in a separate envelope marked 'EOs Monitoring'. If you wish to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form on-line please visit http://tldynamic.leeds.ac.uk/equalopps/ Replies will be treated in complete confidence. Completed applications should be returned to Mrs Kate Higham, School of Earth and Environment, EC Stoner Building, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT. Email k.higham@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx quoting job ref 315045 not later than 1 November 2006. If you are selected for interview you can expect to hear from the University not later than 4 weeks after the closing date. If you are not selected for interview the University will not contact you again. Please note that if you are considering applying for this post you must be able to supply proof of the right to work in the UK. We are obliged by European law to appoint people who are citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) where possible. Where there are no skills shortages for a particular post it is highly unlikely that an appointment could be made outside the EU. A Criminal Records Disclosure is not required for this position however applicants who have unspent convictions must indicate this in section 9 of the application form and must declare the nature of the conviction to the Recruitment Officer. Disabled Applicants The post is located in the EC Stoner Building. Disabled applicants wishing to review access to the building are invited to contact the department direct. Additional information may be sought from Disability Services, email disability@xxxxxxxxxxx or tel 0113 343 3927. Disabled applicants are not obliged to inform employers of their disability but will still be covered by the Disability Discrimination Act once their disability becomes known. Data Protection The information you provide in your application will be used to consider your suitability for the post for which you have applied. If your application is not successful the information will be disposed of confidentially within 6 months. If your application is successful and you are appointed, your information and future data will be processed in accordance with the University's Data Protection Code of Practice. A copy of this code can be obtained from either the University's Human Resources Department or by visiting http://www.leeds.ac.uk/hr/policy/index.htm For more information on the University and terms and conditions of appointments please visit http://www.leeds.ac.uk Equality and Diversity Statement The University of Leeds is proud to be a multi-cultural community. We value diversity, and are determined to ensure: o that we treat all individuals fairly, with dignity and respect; o that the opportunities we provide are open to all; o that we provide a safe, supportive and welcoming environment - for staff, for students and for visitors. We recognise that we still have work to do to secure a truly inclusive community, and we are committed to a wide-ranging plan of action to tackle discrimination and to promote diversity. The Equality and Diversity Statement forms part of the University's Equality and Diversity Policy, which applies to staff and students alike and is available on the University's website at http://www.equality.leeds.ac.uk/ed/policy/ The University has published the following policy and code of practice which are linked to the Equality and Diversity policy. They are also available on the University's website: o The Race Equality Policy, o The Code of Practice on Harassment and Bullying Further policies are being developed, and will be made available on the University's website in due course. Further information and advice are available from The Equality Unit, Telephone: 0113 343 3927 or by email to equality@xxxxxxxxxxx -- Regards Professor Marjorie Wilson Institute of Geophysics and Tectonics School of Earth and Environment Earth Sciences Leeds University LEEDS LS2 9JT UK Tel/Fax: + 44 (0)113 343 5236 e-mail: M.Wilson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ============================================================== To unsubscribe from the volcano list, send the message: signoff volcano to: listserv@xxxxxxx, or write to: volcano-request@xxxxxxxx To contribute to the volcano list, send your message to: volcano@xxxxxxxx Please do not send attachments. ==============================================================
