[ES_JOBS_NET] Sedimentology position U of Manitoba

[Erika Marín-Spiotta]

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Sedimentology

Position number 20719

Department of Geological Sciences, University of Manitoba


The Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Manitoba
invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant
Professor beginning as early as July 1, 2016 in the general area of
sedimentology with expertise in petroleum geoscience. We especially
welcome applications from candidates with research interests in
unconventional oil and gas resources, and petroleum industry experience.
Particular attention will be given to candidates that complement and
contribute to on-going research and teaching activities in the Department.
Qualified applicants must have a proven record of excellence in research
and the potential for excellence in teaching. The successful applicant
will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in
sedimentary, petroleum and field geology, and establish an internationally
recognized, externally funded research program.

The Department of Geological Sciences is home to 12 tenured and
tenure-track faculty members in the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of
Environment, Earth, and Resources, and offers a range of undergraduate and
graduate programs in Geology and Geophysics.  It has a well-established
national and international research reputation with strengths in
mineralogy, geochemistry, sedimentary geology, paleontology, geophysics,
and environmental geosciences. The department has over $10 million of
equipment housed in major, multi-user laboratories.  To learn more about
the University of Manitoba and the Department of Geological Sciences,
please visit http://umanitoba.ca/geoscience/

Applications, in a single pdf file, should include: a cover letter
outlining specific interests in the position, a detailed curriculum vitae,
a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, a research plan, and the
names and contact information for three references.

Applications must be sent electronically by November 27, 2015 to Dr.
Mostafa Fayek, Head, Department of Geological Sciences and Chair of the
Search Committee at Mostafa.Fayek at Umanitoba.ca.    Please refer to
position #20719 in the application.

Review of applications will begin November 30, 2015, and continue until
the position is filled.

The University of Manitoba is committed to creating a diverse and
inclusive workplace. Applications are encouraged from qualified applicants
including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with
disabilities and people of all sexual orientations and genders. All
qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however Canadians and
permanent residents will be given priority.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in
accordance with the ³Freedom of Information ant Protection of Privacy Act²
(Manitoba). Please note that CVs will be provided to participating members
of the search committee and department.


--
Mostafa Fayek
Professor and Head, Department of Geological Sciences
Canada Research Chair Isotope and Environmental Geochemistry
Manitoba Institute for Materials (MIM)

University of Manitoba
240 Wallace Bldg.
125 Dysart Rd.
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2

Office: (204)474-7982
Lab: (204)474-7124
Fax: (204)474-7623
Cell: (865)696-2785
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: http://mailman.ucar.edu/pipermail/es_jobs_net/attachments/20151005/627e8553/attachment-0001.html