Faculty Position in Hydrogeology / Hydrology jobs at California State Polytechnic University
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The Geological Sciences Department invites applications for an Assistant Professor level tenure-track appointment beginning September 2011. Applicants must hold a doctorate in hydrogeology or a related field by August 2011. The ideal candidate will have research and teaching interests that emphasize practical applications of field, laboratory and/or computational skills in one or more of the following areas: groundwater exploration and aquifer characterization; quantitative analysis of surface and groundwater flow in porous and/or fractured media; hydro-geochemical studies related to contaminant transport, groundwater remediation and/or water quality modeling; anthropogenic and climate impacts on surface and groundwater resources. We seek an enthusiastic teacher who will contribute to instruction of existing water-related courses: Groundwater Geology, Watershed Restoration, GIS Applications in Geology, Field Modules, Meteorology, Oceanography and Studies of a Blue Planet. He/she is expected to develop new undergraduate and graduate courses that emphasize practical applications and draw connections between hydrogeology and environmental, geotechnical or energy industries. The successful candidate will engage undergraduate and Masters degree students in research, assist the Geology Department with implementation of its new Masters program and participate in ongoing interdisciplinary collaborations with programs in Civil Engineering, Regenerative Studies, Environmental Design and Geography. Additional desirable assets include established ties to industry or government agencies and demonstrated experience with field studies and data collection using modern instrumentation.
Applicants must submit a signed application form (available at http://geology.csupomona.edu/employment.htm), letter of interest, CV, statement of teaching and research interests, and contact information for five professional references. A campus interview, three formal reference letters and official confirmation of degree transcripts are required of all finalists. Initial screening begins January 17, 2011. Mail application materials to Hydrogeology Search Chair, Geological Sciences Department, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA 91768.
The University is an Equal Employment, Affirmative Action employer.
Full Position Description: http://geology.csupomona.edu/employment.htm
Two Cal Poly Pomona faculty members will be attending the AGU meeting in San Francisco December 13-17, 2010 and are available for questions. Please visit the AGU Career Center for more details.
