Assistant Professor, Geobiology & Field Education

University of Wisconsin-River Falls; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-River Falls seeks an Assistant Professor in Geology/Earth and Environmental Sciences. The 9-month, tenure-track position emphasizes undergraduate education, student mentoring, and curriculum development within an interdisciplinary department.

Responsibilities include developing courses across paleontology, sedimentary geology, and global change, leading field courses, advising students, and contributing to outreach and program development. A PhD is required by start date.

Qualifications

• PhD in Geology or related field completed or near completion with evidence of ongoing research in geosciences.
• Field and/or laboratory training in paleontology, sedimentary geology, stratigraphy, and earth science education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach Paleontology, Sedimentary Geology & Stratigraphy, and Environmental Education courses.
• Lead field courses domestically and internationally, and supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
• Advise students and participate in department and program recruitment and outreach.

Skills

Geology

Paleontology

Stratigraphy

Earth Science Education

Field Experience

Education

PhD in Geology

Job description

University of Wisconsin-River Falls seeks an Assistant Professor in Geology/Earth and Environmental Sciences. The 9-month, tenure-track position emphasizes undergraduate education, student mentoring, and curriculum development within an interdisciplinary department.

Responsibilities include developing courses across paleontology, sedimentary geology, and global change, leading field courses, advising students, and contributing to outreach and program development. A PhD is required by start date.