Assistant/Associate Professor in Crustal Processes

Assistant/Associate Professor in Crustal Processes at Indiana University

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a tenure-track position in crustal processes to begin in Fall 2020 at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will complement existing strengths in crustal deformation and faulting, tectonic landscape evolution, sedimentary processes, and stable isotope geochemistry. Areas of desirable research include, but are not limited to, rock physics, rheology/mineralogy/petrology of crust and fault zones, crustal fluids, seismology, and geophysical imaging. We particularly encourage applicants who integrate field, theoretical, experimental, and/or modeling approaches.

The successful candidate will establish an internationally recognized, externally funded academic research program, supervise research by graduate and undergraduate students, and teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in their fields of expertise. Qualified candidates may be considered for the Judson Mead endowed professorship in applied geophysics.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Earth Science or related field prior to employment. To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by Oct 15, 2019 but they will continue to be considered until the position is filled. Interested candidates should review the job description and submit application materials online at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/8343. Questions about the position should be directed to: Dr. Kaj Johnson, Search Committee Chair (kajjohns@indiana.edu).

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Enhancing diversity within our faculty and students is an important aspect of departmental and university strategic planning. The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars.