<html><body style="word-wrap: break-word; -webkit-nbsp-mode: space; -webkit-line-break: after-white-space; ">The Earth's surface is the principal interface between the lithosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere, which interact at a variety of spatial and temporal scales. The Earth Science department at Rice University anticipates an opening and seeks an outstanding scientist at the junior level who studies aspects of these interactions by integrating theory and observations. Specialties of interest include, but are not limited to, active deformation, geomorphology, sedimentology, biogeochemistry, and environmental and climate processes. We particularly encourage applications from and nominations of women and minorities.<br><br>Successful candidates are expected to drive active research programs, supervise graduate research and teach courses for undergraduate and graduate students. Details about the department and its facilities can be found at <a href="http://earthscience.rice.edu/">http://earthscience.rice.edu</a>.<br><br>Applications received by November 15th, 2008, will receive fullest consideration.<br><br>Please send a resume, research and teaching statements, and names of five or more references to:<br><br>Search Committee Chair<br>Earth Science Department, MS-126<br>Rice University, PO Box 1892 <br>Houston, TX 77251-1892.<br><br>Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.<br><div><br></div><div><br></div></body></html>