1. Assistant or Associate Researcher, Position Number: 0088474, 0088665

Other Conditions:

• This joint appointment position is .50 FTE HIGP (position number 88474) and .50 FTE WRRC (position number 88665) with the locus of tenure in HIGP. This is an eleven-month appointment with minimum nine-month equivalent (.82 FTE) funds provided. The selectee is expected to fund the remainder of her/his salary through external funds. In the first five years funding at 1.0 FTE is provided as part of UH NSF-EPSCOR, ‘Ike Wai project. Position is expected to begin approximately January, 2017 or as mutually acceptable, subject to position clearance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in geophysics or closely related discipline received no later than January 2016.

• A record of peer-reviewed publications. Ability to take the lead in generating professional reports. For appointment at Associate level, a proven record of extramural funding; for appointment at Assistant level, demonstrable potential to obtain such funding.

• Organizational skills which can be applied to coordinate and conduct research to identify, characterize, and quantify water-related problems

• Skills and experience in collaborating with indigenous communities/organizations or local, state, or national agencies.

• Demonstrated ability to collect geophysical data in the field.

Details

Employer

University of Hawaii-Manoa

Location

University of Hawaii, Manoa Campus, Honolulu, Hawaii

Salary

R3M11/R4M11, salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Posted

Sep 27, 2016

Closes

Oct 24, 2016

Discipline

Hydrology, Near Surface Geophysics

Career Level

Researcher

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000327/assistant-or-associate-researcher-position-number-0088474-0088665/        

2. Graduate Research Assistant

Funding is available to support a PhD student or MS student for two years at Portland State University to work on inverse models for mantle viscosity structure and forward models of mantle convection. Our work is supported by the NSF, and the research will be carried out collaboratively with colleagues from the University of Maryland. For more information about our group and department, please visit (maxrudolph.org) or (geology.pdx.edu). Applications can be considered for study beginning as soon as January 2017, but no later than September 2017. A background in physics or geophysics is preferred. For more information or to inquire about applying for the position, please email Dr. Max Rudolph (rmaxwell@pdx.edu) and include a CV and unofficial transcript.

Details

Employer

Department of Geology, Portland State University

Location

Portland, Oregon

Posted

Sep 27, 2016

Closes

Oct 27, 2016

Discipline

Solid Earth Geophysics

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

Masters

Job Type

Internship

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000337/graduate-research-assistant/       

  

3. Faculty Position in Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering (www.me.udel.edu) at the University of Delaware (UD) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of thermal fluids with applications in energy, environment or manufacturing. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, multiphase fluid transport, phase change heat transfer, complex fluids, thermofluid device design, microfluidics/MEMS, instrumentation, bio-inspired fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, environmental fluid dynamics, and combustion.

The department consists of 25 full-time faculty members actively engaged in the core research areas of biomechanics, clean energy and environment, composite and advanced materials, nanotechnology, and robotics and controls; annual research expenditures are $6.5 million.

Details

Employer

The University of Delaware

Location

Newark, Delaware

Posted

Sep 27, 2016

Closes

Oct 27, 2016

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000336/faculty-position-in-mechanical-engineering/      

4. Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Geomicrobiology

Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution, consistently listed with highest honors among The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For.” Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas through the efforts of Baptist pioneers, Baylor is the oldest continuously operating university in Texas.

Utilization of unique analytical techniques or conceptual modeling coupled with field-based measurements is desired. Research areas may range in scope from the Critical Zone to global biogeochemistry with relevance to hydrologic cycles. Regardless of research focus area, enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and cultivation of new collaborations is essential to this position. The successful candidate may teach courses in geomicrobiology, soil hydrology, or biogeochemistry, establish and participate in externally-funded research, and successfully mentor M.S. and Ph.D. candidates to graduation.

Details:

Employer

Dept. of Geosciences, Baylor University

Location

Waco, Texas

Posted

Sep 27, 2016

Closes

Oct 27, 2016

Discipline

Biogeosciences

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Tenure Track

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000334/tenure-track-assistant-professor-in-geomicrobiology/        

5. Atmospheric Hazards

The Armonk and Global Catastrophe Hazards team are comprised of over 50 multinational experts situated in either Armonk NY, Zurich Switzerland, or Bangalore, India. The majority of the staff have advanced degrees in natural sciences, engineering, or math from some of the top universities in the world. The team is enthusiastic and has an established track record and are highly recognized by those within the industry, scientific community, and civil communities. One of the most attractive features of our role is that it varies and offers the individual to grow across many business, economic, environmental, and societal endeavors. We are risk experts to some of the greatest risks a community can face. The team is heavily involved and interactive with clients and the rest of Swiss Re.

About you:

• Technical Skills:

• Sound understanding of atmospheric hazards and/or wind engineering.

• GIS knowledge, preferably with ESRI software.

• Ability to handle complex database and spreadsheet applications.

• An advanced degree in natural sciences, engineering or related fields

• Demonstrated superior problem recognition/definition, analytical and solving skills

• Proficient in mathematics or statistics

• Strong PC and software skills ( Matlab)

• Very good English verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Demonstrated ability to make decisions utilizing sound judgement

• Strong willingness to work in a team as well as work independently

• Able to effectively manage own time and priorities

• Highly motivated individual

Details:

Employer

Swiss Re

Location

Armonk, New York

Posted

Sep 27, 2016

Closes

Oct 27, 2016

Discipline

Atmospheric Sciences,Hydrology

Career Level

Any Experience Level Considered

Education Level

Masters

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000330/atmospheric-hazards/  

6. Research Geologist

The U.S. Geological Survey Central Mineral and Environmental Resources Science Center (CMERSC) in Lakewood, Colorado is soliciting interest from qualified individuals for a permanent position as a Research Geologist. The successful candidate will have comprehensive experience and detailed knowledge of low-temperature geochemistry as applied to economic geology.

Applications (resume, official transcript, and application questions) for this vacancy must be received on-line via USAJOBS BEFORE midnight Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete on-line resume and supporting documentation, i.e. unofficial transcripts, you will not be considered for this position. Requests for extensions will not be granted. If applying on-line poses a hardship for you, please speak to someone in the Servicing Personnel Office listed on the announcement PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Details:

Employer

USGS Central Mineral and Environmental Resources Science Center

Location

Lakewood, Colorado

Posted

Sep 27, 2016

Closes

Oct 06, 2016

Discipline

Geochemistry

Career Level

Researcher

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000315/research-geologist/      

7. Assistant/Associate/Full Professors – Physical and Biological Oceanography，Marine Geophysics/Geology

The school of oceanography at the South University of Science and Technology of China (SUSTC) invites applications for several tenure-track (or tenured) faculty positions at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor.  Applicants must have earned Doctoral degrees in marine geophysics/geology, physical oceanography, biological oceanography, ocean engineering or closely related field.

SUSTC is a young university at Shenzhen in southern China since 2010 which is set to become a world-leading research university, to lead the higher education reform in China, to serve the needs of innovation-oriented national development and the needs of building Shenzhen into a modern, international and innovative metropolitan. These positions are created with a significant development to establish a vigorous research program in oceanography at SUSTC to serve the national call for China’s important role in deep sea research and resource-oriented exploration in the world oceans.

Details:

Employer

South University of Science and Technology, China (SUSTC)

Location

Shenzhen, China

Posted

Sep 26, 2016

Closes

Oct 26, 2016

Discipline

Ocean Science

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000328/assistant-associate-full-professors-physical-and-biological-oceanography-marine-geophysics-geology/?LinkSource=PremiumListing       

   

8. Graduate Positions in Diamond and Kimberlite Geology

MSc and PhD opportunities in Kimberlite and Diamond Research with Industrial Internships at the University of British Columbia.

We invite applications for MSc and PhD students at the University of British Columbia, Dept of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, Vancouver, Canada for projects starting between January and September 2017. A number of fully-funded projects in diamond inclusion studies and kimberlite volcanology are available for qualified students interested in addressing outstanding problems of mantle petrology.

Details:

Employer

The University of British Columbia

Location

Vancouver, British Columbia (CA)

Salary

Salary of Can$ 21,500 per year

Posted

Sep 26, 2016

Closes

Oct 26, 2016

Discipline

Volcanology, Geochemistry, and Petrology

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

Bachelors

Job Type

Internship

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000326/graduate-positions-in-diamond-and-kimberlite-geology/    

9. Cornell Geochemistry Faculty Position

Cornell University’s Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) seeks to fill a tenure track faculty position in the general area of geochemistry, with an emphasis on magmatic and/or metamorphic processes. This is expected to be one in a series of faculty renewal hires. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to subduction-related processes; formation, evolution and recycling of the oceanic and/or continental crust; fluid-rock interactions at hydrothermal, metamorphic and magmatic conditions; and volatile recycling. Approaches can be theoretical, observational and experimental.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in an appropriate field, have a demonstrated ability to conduct outstanding research, and show promise for attracting external research support. The successful candidate will also be a committed educator, enthusiastic about teaching and supervising student research at all levels. We anticipate filling the position at the Assistant Professor level, but applications for Associate level will be considered; salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Details:

Employer

Cornell University: Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Location

Ithaca, New York

Posted

Sep 26, 2016

Closes

Oct 26, 2016

Contact

Geoff Abers

Discipline

Geochemistry

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000325/cornell-geochemistry-faculty-position/?LinkSource=PremiumListing   

 

10. Faculty positions: Harquail School of Earth Sciences

Laurentian University is one of the recognized world leaders in mineral exploration research and is the top Canadian university in research funding for Economic Geology and in Applied Geophysics from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). Laurentian University, located in Sudbury, Ontario, is the only university in Canada where geology and mineral exploration are integral components of the University’s strategic plan.

Laurentian University is seeking individuals with demonstrated excellence in research and teaching. Successful candidates are expected to actively participate inMetal Earth’s research in addition to developing their independent vigorous and externally-funded research programs. They will teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the HES as well as professional courses through the Goodman School of Mines and other units.

Details:

Employer

Laurentian University

Location

Sudbury (Region), Ontario (CA)

Posted

Sep 23, 2016

Closes

Oct 23, 2016

Discipline

Earth and Space Science Informatics,Interdisciplinary/Other,Mineral and Rock Physics,Near Surface Geophysics,Seismology, Solid Earth Geophysics

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Full-time

Link: https://careers.agu.org/job/8000321/faculty-positions-harquail-school-of-earth-sciences/?LinkSource=PremiumListing