Assistant Professor, Geosciences: Structural Geology & Field Research

Colorado Mesa University; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Geosciences specializing in Structural Geology in the Geosciences Program. This is a full-time, tenure-track position starting August 2027.

The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per fall and spring semester. Scholarship in the discipline, advising, and service are expected. We encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Geosciences or related field by summer 2027.
• Demonstrated expertise in Structural Geology.
• Proven teaching effectiveness and positive learning environment.
• Ability to supervise undergraduate research.
• Collaborative and collegial teamwork.
• Commitment to integrating field, lab, and computational approaches.

Responsibilities

• Teach geosciences courses and labs at introductory and upper-division levels.
• Establish a research program in Structural Geology with undergrads.
• Integrate GIS/remote sensing into teaching and research.
• Participate in the Geosciences Summer Field Camp and mapping projects.
• Advise and mentor undergraduates; participate in program assessment.
• Engage in service to CMU, department, and profession.

Skills

Structural Geology

Teaching effectiveness

Undergrad mentoring

Team collaboration

Curriculum integration

Field-based instruction

Education

Ph.D. in Geosciences by summer 2027

Job description

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Geosciences specializing in Structural Geology in the Geosciences Program. This is a full-time, tenure-track position starting August 2027.

The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per fall and spring semester. Scholarship in the discipline, advising, and service are expected. We encourage diverse candidates to apply.