[ES_JOBS_NET] Faculty Position in Sedimentary Systems Science - UMinn Twin Cities

[Sharon Kressler]

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> *Faculty Position in Sedimentary Systems Science*
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>> The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences at the University of
>> Minnesota-Twin Cities invites applications for a tenure-track faculty
>> position in sedimentary systems sciences at the assistant professor level.
>> Exceptional candidates at higher ranks may also be considered. We seek a
>> colleague who creatively uses field-based, lab-based, experimental, and/or
>> theoretical approaches to investigate sedimentary processes and sedimentary
>> records, and their implications for modern or ancient Earth-surface
>> processes and changes related to the cryosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere,
>> biosphere, and/or atmosphere.
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>> Successful applicants are expected to contribute to a diverse research
>> and teaching community through the development of a vigorous,
>> internationally recognized and externally funded research program, through
>> teaching courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and through
>> service including engagement in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
>> initiatives in the department, college, and university. The Department of
>> Earth & Environmental Sciences is part of the College of Science &
>> Engineering and houses research programs as well as state-of-the-art
>> analytical facilities spanning a broad spectrum of Earth Science
>> disciplines (further information is available at:
>> https://cse.umn.edu/esci).  The department and its faculty also maintain
>> strong connections and collaborations with other relevant research units in
>> the School of Earth &  Environmental Sciences and across the University
>> including  (but not limited to) the Polar Geospatial Center, St. Anthony
>> Falls Laboratory, the Minnesota Geological Survey, Continental Scientific
>> Drilling Facility, and the Institute for Rock Magnetism. Faculty, staff,
>> and students in the department are engaged in a strong and growing
>> commitment to DEI initiatives within our unit, at the College and
>> University levels, regionally in Minnesota, and beyond.
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>> Applicants must have a Ph.D. in the geosciences or a related field and a
>> track record of peer-reviewed publications at the time of appointment.
>> Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and separate
>> statements on their research and teaching interests, as well as the names
>> and contact information (email, phone) of three references. Each of the
>> statements should not be more than three pages, and each must address
>> commitments and activities related to promotion of diversity, equity, and
>> inclusion, which are integral to performance and promotion criteria in the
>> department.
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>> *These materials must be submitted along with your application through
>> Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/96956
>> <http://apply.interfolio.com/96956>.*
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>> To request accommodation during the application process, please e-mail
>> employ at umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
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>> Appointment may begin as early as August 2022. Review of applications
>> will begin on January 5, 2022, and continue until the position is filled.
>> For further information or questions, please contact Peter J. Makovicky,
>> Chair of the Search Committee, at pmakovic at umn.edu.
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>> *The University of Minnesota values a diverse faculty, which fosters a
>> richness of perspectives and an inclusive environment, and whose members
>> serve as role models for a diverse student body. The University provides
>> equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment
>> without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,
>> age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status,
>> sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University
>> supports the work-life balance of its faculty. *
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