Assistant Professor of Geoscience
Warrensburg, Missouri
Employer: University of Central Missouri
Industry: Geoscience
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Position Information
Position Title
Assistant Professor
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Geoscience
Department
220715- Geoscience
Pay Rate
Per Faculty Model
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Position Number
998470
Classification
Faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To apply online, go to https://jobs.ucmo.edu . Apply to position #998470. The following items should be attached: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, a research statement that includes a detailed proposal that is appropriate for undergraduate student participation, copies of transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and a list of three professional references including their names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses. Official transcripts and three letters of recommendation will be requested for candidates invited for on-campus interviews. For more information, contact:
Sally Zellers, Ph.D.
Professor of Earth Science
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO 64093
szellers@ucmo.edu
Initial screening of applications begins October 1st, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity employer. We accept applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, or abilities. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans are encouraged to apply. UCM is located in Warrensburg, MO, which is 35 miles southeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is a public comprehensive university with over 10,000 students.
The University of Central Missouri is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Working hours:
Professional Faculty Hours
Bargaining Unit
No
Work Location
Warrensburg Campus
Posting Date
05/17/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Purpose
The Department of Physical Sciences at the University of Central Missouri is accepting applications for a tenure-track position in Earth Sciences at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin in August 2025, with the potential for a January 2025 start date. Applicants must be able to offer lectures and laboratories associated with Earth Sciences courses (e.g., Geology, Weather and Climate, Geographic Information Systems), develop a robust research agenda that includes undergraduate students, and to assist with department, college, and university-level service activities.
Education & Formal Training
Doctorate degree (Specify field(s) of study below)
Other Education & Formal Training
Required Qualifications:
Experience
Required Qualifications:
Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Physical & Environmental Factors:
Special Working Conditions:
Ability to Keyboard
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Assistant Professor
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Geoscience
Department
220715- Geoscience
Pay Rate
Per Faculty Model
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Position Number
998470
Classification
Faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To apply online, go to https://jobs.ucmo.edu . Apply to position #998470. The following items should be attached: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, a research statement that includes a detailed proposal that is appropriate for undergraduate student participation, copies of transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and a list of three professional references including their names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses. Official transcripts and three letters of recommendation will be requested for candidates invited for on-campus interviews. For more information, contact:
Sally Zellers, Ph.D.
Professor of Earth Science
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO 64093
szellers@ucmo.edu
Initial screening of applications begins October 1st, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity employer. We accept applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, or abilities. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans are encouraged to apply. UCM is located in Warrensburg, MO, which is 35 miles southeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is a public comprehensive university with over 10,000 students.
The University of Central Missouri is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Working hours:
Professional Faculty Hours
Bargaining Unit
No
Work Location
Warrensburg Campus
Posting Date
05/17/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Purpose
The Department of Physical Sciences at the University of Central Missouri is accepting applications for a tenure-track position in Earth Sciences at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin in August 2025, with the potential for a January 2025 start date. Applicants must be able to offer lectures and laboratories associated with Earth Sciences courses (e.g., Geology, Weather and Climate, Geographic Information Systems), develop a robust research agenda that includes undergraduate students, and to assist with department, college, and university-level service activities.
Education & Formal Training
Doctorate degree (Specify field(s) of study below)
Other Education & Formal Training
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in a traditional Earth Science discipline or Earth Science education
Experience
Required Qualifications:
- Formal coursework and laboratory experience in Earth Science topics
- Demonstrated ability to teach existing course offerings
- Ability to develop a vibrant research program that includes undergraduates
- Commitment to engage in curricular development and assessment
- Commitment to excellence in teaching, research, service, and professional development
- Excellent communication skills
Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Physical & Environmental Factors:
Special Working Conditions:
Ability to Keyboard
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you understand that the university requires a background check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected candidate is contingent upon the results of this check? (Open Ended Question)
- * Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- References
- Transcripts
- Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Research Statement
Created: 2024-05-19
Reference: 998470
Country: United States
State: Missouri
City: Warrensburg