1. Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Hydrogeology

The Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Alaska Anchorage (www.uaa.alaska.edu/ geology/) seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member at open rank, broadly in the field of hydrogeology, to begin August 2017. We aim to expand and complement existing areas of research expertise in the Department which include geochemistry, structural geology, petrology/geochronology, stratigraphy/petroleum geology, Quaternary geology, and planetary geology.

The position requires a Ph.D. in geological sciences or a related field, university teaching experience, and demonstration of research experience and future potential. Industry or post-doctoral experience will be considered favorably. Please submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching and research interests that includes how you will involve students in research opportunities, contact information for at least three references, and unofficial academic transcripts to Posting 504716 at careers.alaska.edu. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2016 and will continue until the position has been filled.

Details

Employer

University of Alaska Anchorage, Department of Geological Sciences

Location

Anchorage, Alaska

Posted

Sep 13, 2016

Closes

Nov 12, 2016

Discipline

Hydrology

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Tenure Track

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000229/tenure-track-faculty-position-in-hydrogeology/

2. Endowed Chair (Associate/Full Professor) of Unconventional Energy

The Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at Purdue University invite applications for the Stephen and Karen Brand Chair in unconventional energy resources. Candidates with a core expertise in unconventional energy with a strong and consistent track record of applying this expertise to unconventional petroleum resources will be considered. Candidates with expertise including, but not limited to, unconventional exploration and production, tight reservoir characterization, geophysics and seismic data analysis, subsurface integration, hydraulic fracture mechanics, pore/fluid interactions, water and environmental issues, and enhanced oil and gas recovery are encouraged to apply.

Details

Employer

Purdue University

Location

West Lafayette, Indiana

Posted

Sep 13, 2016

Closes

Dec 12, 2016

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000227/endowed-chair-associate-full-professor-of-unconventional-energy/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

3. Research Scientist

The Crustal Geophysics and Geochemistry Science Center (CGGSC) has an open position for a capable, established research scientist able to join and enhance our team of remote sensing experts. The CGGSC invites applications for a permanent Research Geophysicist/Physical Scientist/Geologist position that is supported by the Mineral Resources Program. We seek candidates that combine a broad expertise in remote sensing, with an emphasis on the use of imaging spectroscopy techniques (laboratory, theoretical and field), that may be applied to such topics as mineral resource and disaster/hazard assessments, geoenvironmental and planetary investigations, and human health issues.

Details

Employer

U.S. Geological Survey

Location

Denver, Colorado (US)

Posted

Sep 13, 2016

Closes

Nov 12, 2016

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Experienced

Education Level

PhD

Link:

https://careers.agu.org/job/8000225/research-scientist/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

4. Student Programs Internship (Fall)

About AGU:

Home to more than 60,000 scientists from 139 countries, AGU provides a dynamic forum for Earth and Space scientists to advance research, collaborate across disciplines, and communicate the importance and impact of science to society. Through top-ranked scientific journals, scientific meetings and conferences, and other educational and scientific programs, AGU offers opportunities to present and publish research, gain leadership experience, mentor, and freely exchange knowledge.

Purpose & Responsibilities:

Currently, AGU has an excellent internship opportunity in our dynamic Science Department. The student programs intern will work on AGU Talent Pool initiatives, particularly in student and early career programs. These programs serve young and early career AGU members through career development resources, travel and research grants, student paper judging, and meetings programs.

The student programs intern will assist with the management of AGU student and career center programs by researching and analyzing information for the Outstanding Student Paper Awards Program, Student Travel Grants, Mentorship Programs and Early Career Scientist Conference. Additionally, the intern will also monitor shared email boxes, respond to AGU member inquiries and assist in other areas as needed.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

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• A Bachelor's degree and current student or graduate in Science or related field

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• Well-organized and skilled at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks

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• Strong research and writing skills are needed.

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• Willingness to relocate to Washington D.C. area for the internship at own expense.

Details:

Employer

American Geophysical Union

Location

Washington D.C.

Salary

$16/hr

Posted

Sep 12, 2016

Closes

Dec 09, 2016

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

Bachelors

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/7998990/student-programs-internship-fall-/?LinkSource=PremiumListing

5. Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Energy Engineering

The John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering (http://www.eme.psu.edu) at the Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the field of energy engineering. The Department is vibrant and growing with 35 faculty members, about 125 graduate students, and 1500 undergraduate students. The faculty conduct funded research of $6 M per year. Four ABET accredited undergraduate engineering programs in Energy Engineering; Environmental Systems Engineering; Mining Engineering; and Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering; along with two undergraduate programs in Energy Business and Finance; and Energy and Sustainability Policy are housed in the Department, making it a home for engineering, business and policy issues related to sustainability and energy. At the graduate level, the department offers MS and PhD degrees in Energy and Mineral Engineering with options in energy management and policy; environmental health and safety engineering; fuel science; mining and mineral process engineering; and petroleum and natural gas engineering. The successful candidate will be an active member of the energy engineering program (http://www.eme.psu.edu/eneng).

Details:

Employer

Pennsylvania State University

Location

University Park, PA

Posted

Sep 12, 2016

Closes

Oct 12, 2016

Ref

871537

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

PhD

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000219/tenure-track-assistant-professor-in-energy-engineering/

6. 2017 Postdoctoral Scholar Program

Scripps Institution of Oceanography (https://scripps.ucsd.edu) at UC San Diego (https://ucsd.edu) in La Jolla, California, invites applications for one or more Institution-wide Postdoctoral positions in any of the major areas of research conducted at Scripps. Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research in the world. Research at Scripps encompasses physical, chemical, biological, geological, and geophysical studies of the oceans, earth, and atmosphere. Scripps Postdoctoral scholars are expected to interact with existing programs, and candidates are required to contact potential mentors and identify mutual research interests prior to submitting their applications. Research activities at Scripps can be explored by viewing profiles of the Principal Investigators at Scripps (https://scripps.ucsd.edu/people/faculty).

Candidates are required to have completed the PhD degree prior to taking up the appointment and should have received the degree no earlier than January 1, 2014. Current and former Scripps or UC San Diego Graduate Students and Postdocs are ineligible for these awards.

Details:

Employer

Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego

Location

La Jolla, California

Posted

Sep 12, 2016

Closes

Oct 12, 2016

Ref

874540

Discipline

Ocean Science

Career Level

Postdoctoral

Education Level

PhD

LINK:

https://careers.agu.org/job/8000220/2017-postdoctoral-scholar-program/

7. Postdoctoral Scholar - Critical Zone Scientist

The University of California, Merced is a dynamic new university campus in Merced, California. The University opened in September 2005 as the tenth campus of the University of California and the first American research university in the 21st century. In keeping with the mission of the University to provide teaching, research and public service of the highest quality, UC Merced offers research-centered and student-oriented educational opportunities at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels through three academic schools: Engineering, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences/Humanities/Arts.

Details:

Employer

University of California, Merced

Location

This position will be based at the University of California, Merced

Salary

Salary is based on the University of California Academic Salary Scales.

Posted

Sep 12, 2016

Closes

Oct 11, 2016

Ref

Postdoctoral Scholar # JPF00356

Discipline

Biogeosciences, Global Environmental Change,Hydrology

Career Level

Postdoctoral

Education Level

PhD

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000207/postdoctoral-scholar-critical-zone-scientist/

8. Tenure Track Paleontologist

The Department of Geology at San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Paleontology. A Ph.D. degree in the Earth Sciences is required. Postdoctoral experience is desirable, and a proven record of excellence in teaching or evidence of promise for excellence in teaching is expected. Research interests may include the interdisciplinary fields of paleobiology, paleoceanography, global change/paleoclimatology and carbonate sedimentology and should complement current departmental strengths in tectonics, petrology/geochemistry, geomorphology, sedimentology/stratigraphy, structural geology, and field geology. The successful candidate must have the interest and ability to teach Paleontology and an undergraduate Earth Systems course and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in his or her area of expertise.

Details:

Employer

San Jose State University, Geology dept.

Location

San Jose State University

Posted

Sep 09, 2016

Closes

Nov 02, 2016

Discipline

Biogeosciences,Paleoceanography and Paleoclimatology

Career Level

Faculty

Education Level

PhD

Job Type

Tenure Track

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000218/tenure-track-paleontologist-/

9. Assistant or Associate Mineralogist

The Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) is a premier state geological survey, with over 200 scientists and technical support staff, serving the needs of the public, government, and industry with earth science information and research relevant to natural resources, environmental quality, economic vitality, and public safety.ISGS is part of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. PRI houses five large scientific surveys covering a wide range of expertise including biology, water resources, climate, geology, sustainable technology and archaeology. The University is a land-grant institution that provides access to world-class laboratory and academic facilities, Big Ten athletic events, and internationally acclaimed cultural opportunities.

Details:

Employer

Illinois State Geological Survey

Location

Champaign, Illinois

Posted

Sep 09, 2016

Closes

Oct 09, 2016

Discipline

Interdisciplinary/Other

Career Level

Experienced

Education Level

Bachelors

Job Type

Full-time

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000215/assistant-or-associate-mineralogist/

10. Graduate positions available - Department of Geology & Geophysics, Louisiana State University

Earth materials modeling lab at the Department of Geology and Geophysics at Louisiana State University invites applications for graduate student (Ph.D., M.S.) and postdoc positions in mineral physics, earth materials, or geochemistry.

The subject of the project will be decided upon agreement between the candidate and the supervisor and will depends on the candidate interests and strengths and the research interest of the lab on earth materials modeling. Successful graduate applicants will be supported by graduate research, teaching assistantship, or fellowship. Research assistantship will come from new grants from National Science Foundation and Department of Energy, and fellowship will be supported by a new fellowship grant from Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Teaching assistantship will be awarded by the Department of Geology and Geophysics. The funded research topics include Fe-Ni liquids under earth’s core conditions (computation) and crystal chemistry and dissolution of mineral analogue/ceramic nuclear waste materials (computation and experiment) and other nuclear materials.

Details:

Employer

Louisiana State University

Location

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Salary

Supported by assistantship or fellowship in the range $20k - $25k

Posted

Sep 09, 2016

Closes

Oct 09, 2016

Discipline

Geochemistry,Interdisciplinary/Other,Mineral and Rock Physics

Career Level

Student / Graduate

Education Level

Bachelors

Job Type

Internship

Link:https://careers.agu.org/job/8000212/graduate-positions-available-department-of-geology-and-geophysics-louisiana-state-university/