Associate/Professor of Geology & Geophysics

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The Department of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor beginning as early as July 1, 2027. We are particularly interested in prominent leaders with innovative, internationally recognized research programs that investigate interactions among components of the solid Earth, surface processes, and the environment. We strongly encourage applicants whose work will complement and amplify that of current faculty within the department and who will engage with Utah’s natural laboratory for research, education, or both. We seek individuals who enhance the undergraduate and graduate educational mission and opportunities of the Department and University with creative and visionary curriculum and mentoring. The University of Utah offers exceptional multidisciplinary analytical and computational facilities and opportunities for research collaboration and education. Applicants must have a PhD and a substantial track record of academic excellence.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Applicants should send the following, and adhere to the page limits for each section: (1) a cover letter that addresses your interest in the position and the University (one page maximum); (2) a C.V., (3) a description of your research vision, including opportunities for collaboration and leadership within the department (two pages maximum); (4) a description of your experience and plans related to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring across our various degree programs (two pages maximum); (5) contact information for a minimum of 3 references; and (6) up to three publications or preprints. Our review of applicants will begin January 1, 2027.