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<p>The Departments of Earth Sciences and Biological Sciences of the
Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at
the University of Southern California (Los Angeles, California)
invite applications for an open-rank, tenured or tenure-track
faculty position in geobiology anticipated to start Fall 2016.</p>
<p>We are looking for an interdisciplinary scientist who will apply
modern, quantitative and innovative techniques to solve major
problems in any area of geobiology. Our interests include but are
not limited to candidates with expertise in geomicrobiology,
biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, and/or organic geochemistry,
who combine field-based studies with state-of-the-art analytical
capabilities and laboratory experimentation. The successful
candidate will be expected to develop a transformative research
program, to provide leadership in USC’s strong geobiology program,
and to contribute to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate
levels.</p>
<p>The position can be filled at the Full Professor, Associate
Professor, or Assistant Professor level. A Ph.D. or equivalent in
the Geosciences, Microbiology, or related field is required.
Candidates are encouraged to visit our websites in the Dornsife
College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://dornsife.usc.edu/earth/">http://dornsife.usc.edu/earth/</a> and
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://dornsife.usc.edu/bisc/meb/">http://dornsife.usc.edu/bisc/meb/</a> .</p>
<p>Applications must include a curriculum vitae, publication list,
statement of teaching interests, and the names and contact
information of at least four individuals who can provide letters
of recommendation upon request. In addition, applicants should
include in their cover letter a list of what they consider to be
critical issues in geobiology today and a research statement that
demonstrates how the candidate plans to address those issues. In
order to be considered for this position, all candidates must
apply via the “<span class="caps">CLICK</span> <span class="caps">HERE</span>”
link at the top of this page. Review of complete applications will
begin October 15, 2015. For further information, please contact
the Chair of the search committee, Jan Amend at <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:janamend@usc.edu">janamend@usc.edu</a> .</p>
<p><span class="caps">USC</span> is an equal-opportunity educator
and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to
providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race,
gender, creed and background. The University particularly
encourages women, members of underrepresented groups, veterans and
individuals with disabilities to apply. <span class="caps">USC</span>
will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue
hardship. Further information is available by contacting
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:uschr@usc.edu">uschr@usc.edu</a> .</p>
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