Mineralogy/Petrology tenure-track faculty position at Western Washington University
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We seek a colleague whose research interests could include metamorphism and the dynamics of orogenic systems, low temperature alteration processes, generation of ore deposits, or planetary geology. Required qualifications for the position are 1) a PhD in an appropriate Earth Science field at the time of appointment, 2) the ability to develop a high-quality undergraduate teaching program including courses in Mineralogy, Optical Petrography, and contribution to field courses such as Field Camp or Field Petrology, 3) the ability to establish an externally-supported research program, 4) the ability to involve students in research, 5) the ability to contribute to the graduate (MS) degree program 6) the ability to work with a diverse student body and 7) a demonstrated capacity to pursue important problems in the Earth sciences using field-based and quantitative techniques. Preferred qualifications include post-doctoral experience, college-level teaching experience in the courses listed above, ability to teach Introductory Geology, and potential to develop local field research projects.
Review of applications begins January 5, 2015; position is open until filled. For full position announcement, including all required and preferred qualifications, and to apply, see: https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=6211
About Western: Western Washington University is a comprehensive state university, with almost 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school. Western is located in beautiful Bellingham, a scenic coastal city of approximately 80,000 situated between Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia. With easy access to both the Cascade mountain range and the Pacific coast, the region is rich in cultural events and attractions as well as many recreational activities. Western is known nationally for its successes, including being named the top public master’s granting university in the Pacific Northwest by U. S. News and World Report and one of the best colleges in the nation to work for by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
About the Department: The Geology Department has 12 faculty, offering BA, BS and MS programs in Geology, Geophysics, and Science Education. The department has strengths in field based teaching and research in geomorphology, igneous petrology, geophysics, hydrogeology and environmental/engineering geology, planetary geology, sedimentology, science education, and structure/tectonics. Additional information about the department can be found at http://www.geology.wwu.edu. The Geology Department strives to further Western’s identity as an institution that welcomes and embraces diversity, and encourages applications from diverse candidates.
Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or _expression_, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Vice Provost for Equal Opportunity & Employment Diversity, Equal Opportunity Office, Western Washington University, Old Main 345 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); eoo@xxxxxxx. WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services, 360.650.3774.
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