Assistant Professor of Geosciences-Mineralogy/Petrology
- Employer
- Tarleton State University
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Date posted
- Oct 26, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Geology & Earth Sciences
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Assistant Professor
(Geosciences)- Tenure Track: The successful
candidate will support the geosciences program through engaging,
student-centered teaching, develop an active research program that
involves undergraduates, and actively contribute to service and
outreach initiatives that advance the department, college, and
university. Candidates will be expected to instruct the following
courses: Mineralogy, Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, core geo-
and earth sciences, and other courses as deemed fitting. Primarily
responsible for the teaching/learning process and will also
participate in the necessary operations of
the institution. Work hours:
Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and
teaching requirements indicate
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
80% Teaching and Service: Develop, implement and
review effective teaching/learning processes, incorporating
appropriate methodology, technology and other tools.
Remain current in discipline and update course content when
appropriate to reflect the current levels of knowledge in the
discipline; Exhibit willingness to work in partnership
with immediate supervisor through a formal system of
evaluation of instruction to identify professional development
activities which will lead to effective student
learning outcomes. Participate in institutional service roles
such as but not limited to, college committees, club
sponsorships, advisory
committees, student/faculty recruitment
and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.
20% Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity:
Demonstrate a record of evidence of scholarly contributions to the
profession; Demonstrate through teaching, research and service
a substantial command of
their academic discipline.
Minimum Requirements Earned
doctorate/terminal degree approved by the University and recognized
by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission
on Colleges
with appropriate academic credentials verified by Tarleton’s faculty credentialing processes. Must
attach CV, Cover Letter, and Unofficial Transcripts.
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities Candidates will be expected to instruct and
be knowledgeable in the following disciplines: Mineralogy, Igneous
and Metamorphic Petrology, and core geo- and earth sciences.
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