European Geosciences Union
Volcanology or Petrology Professor and ERI Director
European Geosciences Union, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Volcanology or Petrology Professor and ERI DirectorDepartment:
Planetary and Solar System Sciences (PS)Type:
Full timeLevel:
Entry levelPreferred Education:
PhDPosted:
4 October 2024Position Overview:Position title: Associate or Full ProfessorSalary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $120,000 — $400,000Anticipated start: July 1, 2025Application Window:Next review date: Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) invites applications for a tenured faculty position in volcanology or petrology (broadly defined) at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, who would also serve as the Director of the Earth Research Institute (ERI). We seek applicants whose records are commensurate with that of an associate or full professor with tenure, who are passionate about teaching and mentorship of diverse undergraduate and graduate students, and whose research interests complement existing strengths in the Department of Earth Science and across campus.Responsibilities:Broadly trained, with interdisciplinary experience in volcanology or petrology, the successful candidate is expected to lead, promote, and advance the research enterprise of ERI across a broad front of activities, while continuing their own, extramurally funded research program, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, participating in ongoing graduate and undergraduate teaching programs, and contributing to other university service and professional activities.UCSB is particularly interested in applicants who have made and continue to make significant contributions to Earth science and have demonstrated successful leadership and development skills. As the ERI Director, the candidate is expected to provide scientific and organizational leadership, and foster an environment that inspires collaborations across a broad spectrum of researchers. The Director will hold a tenured faculty position in the Department of Earth Science at UC Santa Barbara. The appointment as ERI Director is for five years and is renewable for additional five-year periods.Basic Qualifications (required at time of application):A Ph.D. conferred in geology, geochemistry, geophysics, or related field.Preferred Qualifications:A record of research and professional activity commensurate with a tenured appointment.Demonstrated experience in academic research administration, development, and leadership at a University or similar environment.Demonstrated teaching and mentoring experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels and an ability to make direct contributions to the Earth Science curricula.Demonstrated expertise in organizational and budget management (e.g., laboratory research group or institution administration).Potential to work collaboratively within the Department of Earth Science and experience in leadership and service at the university level and within the scientific community.Application Requirements:Letter of Application – Introduce your research question(s) and highlight your qualifications as related to the advertised position.Curriculum Vitae – Complete CV, including previous employment and degrees earned, a full list of publications, notable conference and seminar talks/presentations, awards, and participation in student, university or professional groups.Statement of Administrative Experience – Summarize your administrative experience and discuss your top three administrative accomplishments and the vision you have for ERI and Earth science at UCSB (2-3 pages).Statement of Research – Discuss your contributions to science, your current research focus, plans for the future, and the potential for sustained impact of your research (2-3 pages).Statement of Teaching – Provide a statement that includes teaching and mentorship experiences, a brief summary of your teaching philosophy, and approximately 3 topics you would be interested in teaching (1-2 pages).Statement of Contributions to Diversity – Describe how your scholarship, teaching, and mentoring contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion (1-2 pages).The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.Job location: Santa Barbara, California
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Planetary and Solar System Sciences (PS)Type:
Full timeLevel:
Entry levelPreferred Education:
PhDPosted:
4 October 2024Position Overview:Position title: Associate or Full ProfessorSalary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $120,000 — $400,000Anticipated start: July 1, 2025Application Window:Next review date: Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) invites applications for a tenured faculty position in volcanology or petrology (broadly defined) at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, who would also serve as the Director of the Earth Research Institute (ERI). We seek applicants whose records are commensurate with that of an associate or full professor with tenure, who are passionate about teaching and mentorship of diverse undergraduate and graduate students, and whose research interests complement existing strengths in the Department of Earth Science and across campus.Responsibilities:Broadly trained, with interdisciplinary experience in volcanology or petrology, the successful candidate is expected to lead, promote, and advance the research enterprise of ERI across a broad front of activities, while continuing their own, extramurally funded research program, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, participating in ongoing graduate and undergraduate teaching programs, and contributing to other university service and professional activities.UCSB is particularly interested in applicants who have made and continue to make significant contributions to Earth science and have demonstrated successful leadership and development skills. As the ERI Director, the candidate is expected to provide scientific and organizational leadership, and foster an environment that inspires collaborations across a broad spectrum of researchers. The Director will hold a tenured faculty position in the Department of Earth Science at UC Santa Barbara. The appointment as ERI Director is for five years and is renewable for additional five-year periods.Basic Qualifications (required at time of application):A Ph.D. conferred in geology, geochemistry, geophysics, or related field.Preferred Qualifications:A record of research and professional activity commensurate with a tenured appointment.Demonstrated experience in academic research administration, development, and leadership at a University or similar environment.Demonstrated teaching and mentoring experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels and an ability to make direct contributions to the Earth Science curricula.Demonstrated expertise in organizational and budget management (e.g., laboratory research group or institution administration).Potential to work collaboratively within the Department of Earth Science and experience in leadership and service at the university level and within the scientific community.Application Requirements:Letter of Application – Introduce your research question(s) and highlight your qualifications as related to the advertised position.Curriculum Vitae – Complete CV, including previous employment and degrees earned, a full list of publications, notable conference and seminar talks/presentations, awards, and participation in student, university or professional groups.Statement of Administrative Experience – Summarize your administrative experience and discuss your top three administrative accomplishments and the vision you have for ERI and Earth science at UCSB (2-3 pages).Statement of Research – Discuss your contributions to science, your current research focus, plans for the future, and the potential for sustained impact of your research (2-3 pages).Statement of Teaching – Provide a statement that includes teaching and mentorship experiences, a brief summary of your teaching philosophy, and approximately 3 topics you would be interested in teaching (1-2 pages).Statement of Contributions to Diversity – Describe how your scholarship, teaching, and mentoring contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion (1-2 pages).The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.Job location: Santa Barbara, California
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