Assistant Professor of Earth Sciences Stable Isotope Biogeochemistry andor Geobiology

Hanover, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Department of Earth Sciences at Dartmouth College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the general areas of stable isotope biogeochemistry and/or geobiology. We are particularly interested in applicants with research that provides direct synergy with our existing strengths in Earth surface and environmental processes climate and cryospheric science and Earth and planetary history. Particular attention will be given to qualified candidates who combine a focus on understanding fundamental processes with state-of-the-art laboratory and/or field research programs that complement and contribute to ongoing research activities in the Department as well as in Dartmouths Geisel School of Medicine and Thayer School of Engineering.

The Department of Earth Sciences is home to 13 faculty members in the School of Arts and Sciences and enjoys excellent graduate (Ph.D. and M.S.) and undergraduate programs. Teaching responsibilities consist of three courses spread over four ten-week terms. The teaching assignment for this position includes both an introductory Earth Science course and an upper-level course on environmental isotope geochemistry or geobiology. To create an atmosphere supportive of research Dartmouth offers faculty members grants for research-related expenses a quarter of sabbatical leave for each three academic years in residence and flexible scheduling of teaching responsibilities. Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are supported by the Guarini School for Graduate and Advanced Studies including their community initiatives. We are especially interested in applicants who have a demonstrated ability to contribute to Dartmouths undergraduate initiatives in STEM research such as Dartmouth ERAS E. E. Just Program and Academic Summer Undergraduate Research Experience.

Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds life experiences and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research teaching service and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouths commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.

Applicants should have a PhD in Earth and Planetary Sciences Geology or a closely related field or be ABD with degree received before the start of the appointment. Effective classroom teaching is essential for this position.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students
Classroom Experience
Medical Management
Library Services
Pharmacy Residency
Research Experience
Teaching
Higher Education Teaching
Curriculum Development
Grant Writing
Mentoring
Research Laboratory Experience

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