Assistant Professor of Geology: Structural Geology & Field

Utah Tech University; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition waivers for employees

Job summary

Utah Tech University in St. George, UT, invites applications for a Geology tenure-track faculty position beginning January 2027 (Spring) or July 2027 (Fall). The focus is structural geology, tectonics, field geology, and related areas; teaching undergraduate through upper-division courses and mentoring student research.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Geology or a closely related field by start date; strong record in structural geology and undergraduate teaching; postdoctoral experience

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Geology or related field by start date.
• Expertise in structural geology and tectonics evidenced by publications or grants.
• Undergraduate teaching effectiveness.
• Ability to engage with diverse students and colleagues.
• Postdoctoral experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 credits of lecture and laboratory courses each academic year.
• Teach undergraduate courses in geology with focus on structural geology, tectonics, and field geology.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance interdisciplinary research and education.
• Support the department's field school as needed.
• Participate in service at departmental, college, university, and community levels.
• Develop innovative course materials and teaching methods.
• Mentor students in academic and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Structural geology

Tectonics

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Geology or closely related field

Job description

Utah Tech University in St. George, UT, invites applications for a Geology tenure-track faculty position beginning January 2027 (Spring) or July 2027 (Fall). The focus is structural geology, tectonics, field geology, and related areas; teaching undergraduate through upper-division courses and mentoring student research.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Geology or a closely related field by start date; strong record in structural geology and undergraduate teaching; postdoctoral experience