Thompson Chair of Geological Sciences - Associate or Full Professor
Thompson Chair of Geological Sciences - Associate or Full Professor
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Classification Title:
Associate or Full Professor
Job Description:
The Department of Geological Sciences University of Florida invites applications for theThompson Chair of Geological Sciences anendowed positionat the rank ofAssociate or Full Professorwith tenure to begin August 16 successful candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels mentor students for M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and conduct a dynamic externally funded research program in an area of globally significant Earth science that is relevant to subsurface or sedimentary for teaching and research collaborations exist across UF departments colleges and interdisciplinary institutes and centers includingthe Florida Climate Institute UF Water Institute School of Natural Resources and Environment Thompson Earth Systems Institute and Land Use and Environmental Change Institute.
The Department of Geological Sciences has worldclass analytical facilities and exceptionalcomputational resources through the UF ResearchComputingHiPerGator( is the states oldest largest and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50000 students and was ranked 7thin the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2025 rankings) and 1stamong public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 is located in Gainesville a city of approximately 150000 residents in NorthCentral Florida 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and within a 2hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando Tampa Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford yearround outdoor activities including hiking biking and nature photography. UFs large college sports programs museums and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer atVisit Gainesville.
Advertised Salary:
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Employment Benefits include:
Health Insurance: UF participates in state and universitysponsored benefits programs for individuals families and domestic partners and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision dental longterm disability and more.
Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan State University System Optional Retirement Program Florida Retirement System Investment Plan and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sickleave pool parental leave and leave payouts.
Minimum Requirements:
A PhD is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Qualifications for Associate Professor candidates include demonstration of a commitment to excellence in teaching and research contributions to their discipline. Teaching effectiveness can be demonstrated in a number of ways including peer evaluations of classroom performance; instructional materials (e.g. syllabi exams); student evaluation; supervision of undergraduate research honors theses and/or University Scholars; and course and curriculum development. We expect all candidates to have served on and/or chair M.S. and Ph.D. committees. Candidates must have established a program of research that has been published in refereed journals and/or in nationally or internationally recognized presses and society volumes. We expect a record of acquisition of major research grants and/or contracts.
Qualifications for Full Professor candidates include demonstration of a sustained commitment to excellence in teaching and research contributions to their discipline. In addition to the requirements listed above for Associate Professors we expect Full Professor candidates to have successfully chaired students through the Ph.D. degree. Full Professor candidates will have achieved and be able to demonstrate international recognition of their research. Demonstration of this recognition could be in terms of invitations to speak at international professional meetings awards and honors from professional societies leadership in large collaborative research initiatives collaborations with international researchers participation in international symposia and workshops participation on national or international science panels.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to enhancing and nourishing a culture that supports growth and development of all employees and a climate that allows everyone to do their best work.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration applications must be submittedonline. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.
A complete application includes 1)a brief letter of application summarizing the applicants qualifications interests future research goals and suitability fortheposition(2)acompletecurriculumvitae 3)aresearchstatementdetailingcurrentactivities and future research plans 4 a statement summarizing teaching experience and interests and 5 a list of names and contact information of at least three references. After initial reviewletters of recommendation will be requested from references for selected applicants.
Applicationswillbereviewedbeginning May 4 2025and only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Thepositionwillremainopenuntil filled and applications received after the initial review date will be considered at the discretion of the search committee and/or hiring authority. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair Dr. John Jaeger .
All candidates for employment are subject to a preemployment screening which includes a review of criminal records reference checks and verification of education.
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered official if a designation of Issued to Student is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) which can be found athttp:// University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. Searches are conducted in accordance with Floridas Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position please callor the Florida Relay System at(TDD).
The Department of Geological Sciencesis committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities classes ethnicities/races gender identities and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship teaching mentoring and professional service.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
