Assistant Professor – Solid Earth Dynamics and Structure

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Department of Earth Environmental and Planetary Sciences at Rice University in Houston TX seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Applications are encouraged from scientists across the fields of Solid Earth Dynamics and Structure including but not limited to geophysical imaging (seismology potential fields) geodesy (ground or space-based) earthquake processes and computational modeling of deformation spanning local to global scales. Research connections with the challenges of the energy transition natural hazards and complex interactions between the Solid Earth and Environment are welcomed. Field observational and/or computational approaches are encouraged including those that seek to harness the potential of AI.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous externally funded research program teach core courses and develop undergraduate and graduate courses within their area of expertise and be involved in service to the department university and the broader candidates will realize opportunities to participate in growing research initiatives outlined in Rices strategic plan ( candidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Earth Environmental or Planetary Science or a related field by the time of the appointment. Applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement on research; (4) statement on teaching; and (5) the names affiliations and email addresses of at least three professional references. Within the research and teaching statements applicants may choose to describe plans to foster welcoming and supportive environments in their research group and classes. Details about the department and its facilities can be found at . All required application materials submitted by October 15 2025 will receive full consideration. For questions please contact . Applications for this position must be submitted electronically at University is located in Houston Texas USA and is a private coeducational nonsectarian university that aspires to path-breaking research unsurpassed teaching and contributions to the betterment of our world. We welcome the fullness of diversity to Rice. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national or ethnic origin genetic information disability or protected veteran status. Also in our candidate pools we seek to attract greater representation ofwomenscholars of color people with disabilitiesveterans and others whohave historically beenunderrepresented in Earth Science; attract students from a wide range of countries and backgrounds; accelerateprogress in buildinga faculty and staff varied in background and thought;and maintain an environment that fosters interaction and understanding withinourcommunity.