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The California State University

Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences – Earth Materials

The California State University, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences – Earth Materials

Job no:

543206Work type:

Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-TrackLocation:

San DiegoCategories:

Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Natural SciencesDescription

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at San Diego State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the broad field of earth materials to begin Fall 2025. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and a strong commitment to teaching and research in a diverse and inclusive setting that helps train next-generation geoscientists. We will consider a broad range of specialties that complement our undergraduate and graduate degree tracks in geology and environmental sciences. Some examples include, but are not limited to, economic geology of critical minerals, volcanology, rock and mineral physics, water-rock interactions, geothermal systems, magmatic and chemical properties of the whole Earth and other planets, petrology of igneous and metamorphic systems, and carbon sequestration. Desirable candidates would have interests in interdisciplinary collaborations, field-based teaching and research, fostering an inclusive research group, and engagement with local stakeholders. The ability to establish a vigorous externally funded research program involving a diverse group of undergraduate and graduate students is required, as is the ability and desire to develop courses and teach broadly across our curriculum. Teaching assignments include undergraduate-level courses in mineralogy, petrology, and resources for a sustainable future, as well as courses in the candidate’s specialty. Service to the department, university, and off-campus in support of your discipline is required.The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule for Assistant Professors and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is from $94,000 to $97,000. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.Qualifications

We are seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups. Candidates must describe in their diversity statement how they satisfy three (3) or more of the eight Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria.Application review will begin on December 15th, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications should include (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae with publications, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, (5) diversity statement indicating how the candidate satisfies three (3) or more of the eight Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria, and (6) names and contact information for three professional references. The statements should be limited to 2 pages, except for the research statement, which has a 3-page limit.As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable “OneSDSU” community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered.SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

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