Visiting Assistant Professor – Sedimentation, Stratigraphy and Structural Geology, Boise State University

Description

The successful candidate will lead the instruction of four courses in the academic 2022-2023 year: undergraduate courses in Sedimentation and Stratigraphy (fall) and Structural Geology (spring), as well as two graduate/upper division undergraduate elective courses in the candidate's field of expertise.

We encourage applications from scholars with active research programs in tectonics, structural geology, stratigraphy, and/or basin studies, and the successful candidate will have full access to the analytical facilities of the Department of Geosciences to further their research goals, including in situ and high-precision U-Pb geochronology, radiogenic and stable isotope geochemistry, and electron microscopy and microbeam analysis.

Apply

To apply, go online. Search for "Visiting Assistant Professor in Sedimentation, Stratigraphy and Structural Geology". The online application will prompt you to upload all of the required materials: a letter of application; curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy including evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction; and contact information for three references. Questions about the position can be forwarded to Dr. Mark Schmitz, Search Committee Chair (markschmitz@boisestate.edu). Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2022, and continue until the position is filled.
Salary will be for a 9-month appointment, in an amount commensurate with qualifications and experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options online.

About Boise State

Boise State University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university of distinction. Learn more about Boise State and the City of Boise online. Boise State University is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Research demonstrates that people thrive when they feel welcome, respected, and inspired. We seek applicants who are committed to helping us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Applications from members of historically marginalized groups, including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged.