[iris-bulk] (Job) Assistant Professor - University of California, Santa Cruz

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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES

Assistant Professor

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) at the University
of California, Santa Cruz, seeks a geologist whose research focuses on
the dynamics and evolution of continental and marine lithosphere,
including its surface. We are particularly interested in candidates
concentrating on research areas that incorporate, but are not restricted
to: evolution of mountain belts, geomorphology, active tectonics, and
climate-tectonics interactions. We welcome qualified applicants whose
technical expertise will build upon or complement our existing strengths
in areas such as: geochemistry, field geophysics, and remote sensing.
The successful applicant is expected to develop a vigorous, externally
funded research program and supervise research by graduate and
undergraduate students. The campus is especially interested in
candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the
academic community through their research, teaching and/or service.
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (http://www.es.ucsc.edu)
consists of 21 faculty, ~60 graduate students, ~100 undergraduate
majors, and an outstanding technical support and administrative staff.
Additionally, EPS faculty can take advantage of existing collaborations,
or establish new ones, with researchers in the Institute of Geophysics
and Planetary Physics, the Institute of Marine Sciences, and faculty
from other affiliated departments. Diverse analytical and computational
resources are available at UCSC and our faculty have access to UC-wide
and regional science communities and facilities in the greater Bay Area.

RANK: Assistant Professor
SALARY: Step and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Earth Sciences or
related field; a demonstrated record of research excellence and
potential to obtain external funding; and a commitment to and talent for
teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Fall 2008
TO APPLY: To ensure full consideration, send curriculum vitae, a brief
summary of research and teaching interests, reprints, and arrange to
have five letters of recommendation* sent to the address below.
Applicants are invited to submit a statement addressing their
contributions to diversity through their research, service, and/or  
teaching.
Assistant Professor Search Committee
c/o Judy Van Leuven, MSO
University of California, Santa Cruz
Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences
1156 High Street Please refer to position #357-08 in all correspondence.
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
(Inquiries only: judy at pmc.ucsc.edu; 831-459-4478)
*All letters are considered as confidential documents. Please direct
your letter writers to the UCSC Confidentiality Statement at
http://www2.ucsc.edu/ahr/academic_policies_and_procedures/cappm/ 
confstm.htm
CLOSING DATE: The position will remain opened until filled. Screening
will begin with applications postmarked by December 1, 2007. To ensure
full consideration, all application materials must arrive by the initial
screening date.
UC Santa Cruz faculty make significant contributions to the body of
research that has earned the University of California the ranking as the
foremost public higher education institution in the world. In the
process, our faculty demonstrate that cutting-edge research, excellent
teaching and outstanding service are mutually supportive.
The University of California, Santa Cruz is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to excellence through
diversity. We strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates,
and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and  
employees.
Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity
policies may be directed to: Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Office at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064;
(831) 459-2686. Under Federal law, the University of California may
employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United
States as established by providing documents as specified in the
Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
If you need assistance due to a disability please contact the Academic
Human Resources Office at 499 Clark Kerr Hall (831) 459-4300. This
position description is available in alternate formats, which may be
requested from Academic Human Resources at (831) 459-4300.

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