GEOBIOLOGY
The Department of Geological Sciences at
Virginia Polytechnic
Institute and State University invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor in Geobiology. Applicants must hold a
Ph.D. degree in Geosciences or Biosciences. Preferences will be given to
candidates with a strong background in paleontology (including micro-
paleontology), excellent quantitative skills, and a broad
interdisciplinary training. Post-doctoral experience is preferred, but
not essential. The applicant should have a strong commitment to
undergraduate and graduate education.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous,
externally funded research program that combines biological and
geological data to study the earth and life systems. Preference will be
given to candidates who will interact across disciplines and develop
research themes with high visibility and/or societal relevance.
Such themes may include, for example: (1) biocomplexity and biodiversity;
(2) paleoclimatology and biostratigraphy; (3) isotope paleobiology,
biological oceanography, and environmental paleontology; and (4)
Quaternary paleoecology, conservation biology, and rapid global
changes.
A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Interested
applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, copies of
transcripts, names and contact information of three references, statement
of anticipated research and teaching interests along with a short essay
explaining where the applicant would like to see him/herself within the
geosciences in the future. Applicants should send their application
package to Ms. Carolyn Williams, Geobiology Search Committee, Department
of Geological Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061; Phone:
540-231-6984; Fax: 540-231-3386; email:
wilcar@vt.edu. For detailed
information about the Department, applicants are encouraged to visit the
Department's Home Page at
http://www.geol.vt.edu.
Questions may be sent to Fred Read (jread@vt.edu), Chair of the Search
Committee. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2002 and
continue until the position is filled.
Affirmative Action and 504 Statements: The College of Arts and
Sciences is deeply committed to recruiting, selecting, promoting, and
retaining women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities.
We strongly value diversity in the college community, and seek to assure
equality in education and employment. Individuals with disabilities
desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Carolyn
Williams at 540-231-6894, TTY: 1-800-828-1120 by December 1,
2002.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title of Position: Faculty Position in
Geobiology
Rank: Assistant Professor
Type of Appointment: Tenure Track
Position Type: Research and Teaching Faculty
Annual Appointment Type: 9 month (AY)
Location: Department of Geological Sciences, Virginia Tech,
Blacksburg, VA
Duties and Responsibilities: Candidate will be expected to develop
a vigorous externally funded research program that combines biological
and geological data to study earth and life systems, as well as teach
undergraduate and graduate courses.
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Geosciences or
Biosciences
Desired Qualifications: Background in paleontology, quantitative
skills, and broad interdisciplinary training; ability to generate top
quality research program in geobiology; postdoctoral experience; and a
strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
Expectations: The department has a commitment to excellence in
research and teaching, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, and has a
target of being once again in the top 20 Geoscience departments in the
country in the next 10 years. Such themes may include, for example:
(1) biocomplexity and biodiversity; (2) paleoclimatology and
biostratigraphy; (3) isotope paleobiology, biological oceanography, and
environmental paleontology; and (4) Quaternary paleoecology, conservation
biology, and rapid global changes. The successful candidate will be
expected to develop a top-ranked geobiology program in research and
teaching.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a letter of
interest, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, names and contact
information of three references, statement of anticipated research and
teaching interests along with a short essay explaining where the
applicant would like to see him/herself within the geosciences in the
future. Applicants should send their application package to Ms.
Carolyn Williams, Geobiology Search Committee, Department of Geological
Sciences, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061; Phone: 540-231-6984; Fax:
540-231-3386; email:
wilcar@vt.edu. For detailed
information about the Department, applicants are encouraged to visit the
Department's Home Page at
http://www.geol.vt.edu.
Questions may be sent to Fred Read (jread@vt.edu), Chair of the Search
Committee.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin December 1, 2002 and
continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information: J.F. Read, Chair of Geobiology Search
Committee,
Department of Geological Sciences, Derring Hall, Virginia Tech,
Blacksburg VA 24061
Affirmative Action and 504 Statements: The College of Arts and
Sciences is deeply committed to recruiting, selecting, promoting, and
retaining women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities.
We strongly value diversity in the college community, and seek to assure
equality in education and employment. Individuals with disabilities
desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Carolyn
Williams at 540-231-6894, TTY: 1-800-828-1120 by December 1,
2002.