Job Search: Computational Geoscience

Tenure-track Assistant Professor
Computational Geoscience
University of Illinois

The Department of Geology, part of the School of Earth, Society and the Environment (SESE), invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Computational Geoscience. A Ph.D. degree in geophysics, geology, or a closely related field is required. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a prominent, externally funded research program and to provide excellence in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

We seek individuals who use computational methods to analyze and understand Earth processes, broadly defined. Possible specializations include but are not limited to geodynamics, geophysics (including seismology), mineralogy, geochemistry, tectonics, and surface processes. Preference will be given to those individuals able to contribute courses in geophysics to the department curriculum.

The University of Illinois is a world leader in computational science. It is the home of the National Center for Supercomputing Applications and the new Petascale Computing Facility. Excellent opportunities exist for collaboration with other departments of SESE, NCSA, the College of Engineering, the Prairie Research Institute, the Mid-America Earthquake Center, and the Beckman Institute. More information about the department and community can be found at www.geology.illinois.edu.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 11, 2011. The anticipated starting date of this appointment is August, 2012. Salary is commensurate with experience.

To ensure full consideration, please create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your application letter, curriculum vitae, summary of research and plans, teaching philosophy and experience, and contact information for three or more references. Questions, requests for additional information or nominations may be addressed to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Craig Lundstrom ( [lundstro@illinois.edu] ).

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty, and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu)