[ES_JOBS_NET] assistant/associate professor in hydrogeology

[Rebecca Barnes]

The Department of Geosciences at Fort Lewis College invites applications
for a full-time, tenure-track position in the field of Hydrogeology at the
Assistant or Associate Professor level commencing in the fall semester of
2019.  Responsibilities include teaching courses in groundwater and
introductory geology, contributing to the new Environmental Science
program, and advising undergraduate research within the Department of
Geosciences.

In Fall 2018, Fort Lewis College welcomes our first cohort of first-time
freshman where the majority of students identify as a member of an
underrepresented group. Fort Lewis College’s regional commitment to
Southwestern Colorado and historical commitment to serve Native American
and Alaska Native students makes us proud to have such a diverse incoming
cohort of students. This year, Fort Lewis College will launch a diversity
hiring initiative. The goal of this program is to attract faculty committed
to designing courses around equity, closing achievement gaps, improving
retention, and empowering students of all backgrounds.

*Required Qualifications*

·        A completed Ph.D. by August 14, 2019 in hydrogeology or a closely
related discipline

·        Potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching

·        Active engagement or interest in research and scholarship
involving undergraduate students

·        Proven commitment to teach and mentor students on
interdisciplinary topics, and take an active role in extra-curricular,
student-centered activities that broaden the undergraduate academic
experience

·        Ability to teach courses in groundwater geology

·        Ability to teach introductory geology courses



*Preferred Qualifications:*

·        A research focus on groundwater and water resources, particularly
as it is applied to Geosciences

·        Ability to advise undergraduate research in hydrogeology of the
interior western US

·        Ability to contribute to an interdisciplinary Environmental
Sciences program

·        Ability to teach undergraduate courses in aqueous geochemistry
and/or geophysics



*Teaching Responsibilities*

·        Teaching load is 24 credits per year, an average of 12 contact
hours per week.

·        Groundwater, introductory geology courses, undergraduate research
courses, and other courses as needed.



*About the Department and the GIS Certificate Program*



The Department of Geosciences <https://www.fortlewis.edu/geosciences/>
consists of six tenured or tenure-track faculty and one full-time lecturer,
and all are committed to enthusiastic, high-quality teaching, and are
active in research, particularly with undergraduates.  The department
offers a B.S. degree in Geology and a Certificate in GIS.  Both the Geology
major and the GIS Certificate program
<https://www.fortlewis.edu/geosciences/AboutOurProgram/GISCertificate.aspx>
have seen substantial growth over the past several years.  In 2017, both
Geosciences and GIS moved into our spectacular new Geology, Physics and
Engineering building, Sitter Family Hall.  This $35-million, 60,000 ft2
academic building houses state-of-the-art teaching and research spaces
designed for the particular needs of each program.



*About the College and the Community*

Fort Lewis College
<https://www.fortlewis.edu/Home/About/AboutFortLewisCollege.aspx>, a
selective public institution located in Durango, Colorado
<http://www.durango.org/>, offers degree programs in arts, business,
education, health fields, humanities, social and natural sciences, and
teacher education. Our inspiring mountain campus is located atop a scenic
mesa overlooking historic Durango and situated between the San Juan
Mountains and the desert Southwest. We are committed to accessible and
high-quality baccalaureate education, and our hallmarks are remarkably
close relationships between students and faculty, the freedom of
intellectual exploration, and the challenge of experiential learning. Our
3,400 students come from 48 states, 17 countries, with 36% Native American
and Alaska Native backgrounds, and 11% Hispanic backgrounds. Durango is a
thriving multicultural community of 18,500 set along the beautiful Animas
River Valley. Averaging 300 sunny days per year, the community is known for
its outdoor lifestyle and friendly, festive atmosphere. Durango is also the
cultural and economic hub of the Four Corners region, rich in dining,
shopping, and entertainment, and linked with airline service to hubs in
Denver, Phoenix, and Dallas.



*Application Process*

All required materials should be submitted electronically as a single PDF
document. The following items are required for a complete application.

·        A Letter of Application specifically addressing how you meet the
qualifications, including undergraduate teaching interests and proposed
hydrogeology research/design projects. Candidates should describe how their
previous experiences have prepared them to design courses around equity and
empower students of all backgrounds. They should also discuss how they will
provide quality higher education by teaching and mentoring students from
underrepresented groups.

·        Current curriculum vitae

·        A list of at least three professional references (confidential
letters of recommendation will be requested for selected candidates)



Application materials should be sent via e-mail to:
HYDROsearch at fortlewis.edu.



All e-mail submissions must include the applicant’s first and last name,
the phrase “GeoSearch”, and “Application Packet” in the subject line, e.g.,
<Jane Doe, HYDROSearch, Application Packet>. Submit a single PDF file
containing the requested materials as an attachment to your email.

We advise using the Request Delivery Receipt option in your e-mail client
as a confirmation that your application was received.

Only those applications received by November 1, 2018 will be given full
consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about
the position may be addressed to Dr. Kim Hannula at hannula_k at fortlewis.edu
<gianniny_g at fortlewis.edu> .
*Equal Opportunity *

Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color,
religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, political beliefs, or veteran status.
Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and education
shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal
opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase
the diversity of students, faculty, and staff.
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