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University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) Faculty Position in Geobiology at UCLA

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Position overviewPosition title:

Assistant ProfessorSalary range:

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. The salary range for this position is $78,200 - $101,400 annually. "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.Application WindowOpen date:

October 17, 2024Next review date:

Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:

Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.Position descriptionThe UCLA Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences (EPSS) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Geobiology at the Assistant Professor rank. Competitive candidates will have expertise in the detection and characterization of life and/or signatures of life in Earth's past and present environments, and/or in extraterrestrial settings. Areas of research may include, but are not limited to, organic geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, paleontology, paleobiology, and/or astrobiology. We seek individuals with experience in research, teaching, and community/collegial service who are prepared to contribute to our commitment to excellence in scholarship and to our goals of equity, diversity, and inclusion. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program at UCLA. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in biology, chemistry, geochemistry, geology, environmental science, or a closely related field by the date of hire.To apply, candidates must submit (a) cover letter, (b) CV, (c) statement of research, (d) statement of teaching, (e) statement of contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, (f) up to three writing samples, (g) the names of three to five individuals who are familiar with your work and can serve as references, and (h) reference check authorization release form.Applications will be accepted via the UC Recruit website at

https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09827

beginning October 17, 2024 and reviews of submitted applications will commence on December 1, 2024.The target start date is July 1, 2025.Department:

https://epss.ucla.edu/Division:

https://www.physicalsciences.ucla.edu/QualificationsBasic qualifications:

Ph.D. in biology, chemistry, geochemistry, geology, environmental science or a closely related field by the date of hire.Preferred qualifications:A strong publication record with significant accomplishments.A demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program including obtaining extramural funding.Ability to complement and grow UCLA's Geobiology research program and potential for synergies with existing research areas of current EPSS faculty.A strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.A clear commitment to graduate student mentorship and equity, diversity, and inclusion.Application RequirementsDocument requirements:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of ResearchStatement of TeachingStatement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate's past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion.Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form.Writing Sample #1Writing Sample #2 (Optional)Writing Sample #3 (Optional)Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference requirements:3-5 required (contact information only).Please provide contact information for your references. Your references may or may not be contacted for letters of recommendation. Candidates will be informed prior to contacting references.Help contact:

sean@epss.ucla.eduAbout UCLA: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:

Los Angeles, CA

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