Assistant or Associate Professor in Critical Minerals and Energy Resources

Overview

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Faculty Rank:
Open Rank (Tenure Track)

Posting Number: F2574P

Working Title:

Assistant or Associate Professor in Critical Minerals and Energy Resources

Department:
Franklin-Geology

The University of Georgia is chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785 and is the state’s flagship university. UGA is frequently recognized among the top public universities in the United States. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs faculty and staff across multiple units and serves a large student population.

The Department of Geology at UGA is committed to a collegial and integrated work environment, valuing research creativity, teaching, and service. The department advances geoscience through research, education, and industry collaboration, with initiatives such as the Georgia First Industry Partnership Program. UGA aims to strengthen applied geoscience and fundamental research while supporting faculty success.

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Posting Type:
External

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Anticipated

Start Date:

08/01/2026

Job Posting Date: 11/19/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026, and will continue until filled. Required documents include a CV, cover letter, teaching and research philosophy statements, and a list of 3 references with contact information. For questions, please contact search committee chair Dr. Doug Crowe at dcrowe.

Athens Area

EEO Statement:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Accommodations for accessibility can be requested via hrweb.

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Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG policy materials online . USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in policy materials online.

Classification

Title:

Open Rank

Faculty Rank:
Open Rank (Tenure Track)

Contract Type:
Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status:
Tenure Track

Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in geology, geophysics, Earth science, or a related field.

The Department of Geology invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with a focus on critical mineral resources, in particular Economic Geology or Geophysics. Candidates are expected to establish a funded research program with peer-reviewed publications, industry partnerships, and connections to governmental agencies. Teaching and advising at graduate (MS and PhD) and undergraduate (BS) levels are required.

• Economic Geology
  :
  Conduct research on formation, exploration, and production of critical minerals deposits; teach Economic Geology and Exploration Techniques; integrate field, laboratory, and modeling approaches. Access to core facilities and collections for collaboration and technology development.
• Geophysics
  :
  Teach Geophysical Exploration Techniques and related classes; conduct research on development and application of geophysical techniques for critical mineral resources. Integration of field, laboratory, and modeling approaches is encouraged.

Academic credentials should be commensurate with promotion and tenure guidelines at the University of Georgia. More information is available at the Provost Faculty Affairs site: .

The candidate should have a strong record in ore deposit-related research linked to critical mineral resources. Geophysics candidates must demonstrate expertise in ore-deposit related geophysical exploration techniques.

Is this a Position of Trust?:
No

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