Visiting Position in Energy and Earth Resources, University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

VISITING POSITION IN ENERGY AND EARTH RESOURCES

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH-JOHNSTOWN

The University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, a four-year, degree-granting institution, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor position in the department of Energy and Earth Resources beginning in the 2012 fall term.  We seek a broad-based individual who is capable of teaching upper-level courses such as Geomorphology and Hydrology (Surface Water) as well as introductory courses such as Environmental Geology and Physical Geology.     Requirements include:  M.S. in geology/geological science (Ph.D. preferred); teaching and research experience appropriate to the position; demonstrable commitment to undergraduate education including field-based undergraduate research; excellent communication skills; and demonstrable commitment to the process of program development and assessment.  To apply, send a letter of interest (including a statement of teaching philosophy and research goals); a statement of eligibility to work in the U.S.; curriculum vita; transcripts for all degrees (copies acceptable initially); and names and contact information for at least three references to Dr. Steven Stern, Chair, Division of Natural Sciences, University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, Johnstown, PA, 15904.  Review will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.  Email correspondence can be sent to sstern@pitt.edu. 

The University of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  Women and members of minority groups under-represented in academia are especially encouraged to apply.