Tenure-Track Geologist: Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences (EOS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor to support our Geology program starting August 2027. The candidate should specialize in igneous or metamorphic petrology with field and laboratory methods and contribute to teaching, advising, and mentoring student research.

Ideal candidates will have a strong record in research, potential for external funding, and a commitment to undergraduate and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Geology or related field, conferred by Aug 1, 2027.
• Strong record of peer‑reviewed publications and presentations.
• Experience or potential to obtain external funding (NSF/USGS/DOE/NASA).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses with a 3:2 load.
• Advise and mentor student research.
• Develop and manage an externally funded research program.
• Support geology facilities and collections.
• Engage in department and university service.

Skills

Geology

Petrology

Fieldwork

Teaching undergraduate courses

Research funding experience

Education

Ph.D. in Geology or related

Tools

Petrographic microscopes

Geology laboratory facilities

Job description

The Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences (EOS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor to support our Geology program starting August 2027. The candidate should specialize in igneous or metamorphic petrology with field and laboratory methods and contribute to teaching, advising, and mentoring student research.

Ideal candidates will have a strong record in research, potential for external funding, and a commitment to undergraduate and