Assistant Professor of Geology

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Type of Position:
Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track

Workstudy Position:
No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:
Yes

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock’s thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state’s growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

School of Physical Science

The UA Little Rock Geology Program invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Geology - 9 Month. The position will be in the Geology Program within the School of Physical Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Our program is dedicated to high-quality education at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and the successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain a strong research program.

This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Required Education and/or

Experience:

• Ph.D. in Geology or related field; ABD candidates will be considered.

Preferred Education and/or

Experience:

• Ability to teach courses in environmental geology, environmental science, geographic information systems (GIS), critical zone science, and elective courses in the applicant's field of expertise;
• College-level teaching experience is desired;
• Postdoctoral research experience is desired.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in environmental geology, environmental science, critical zone science, and geographic information systems (GIS);
• Teach introductory‑level geology courses as needed;
• Develop and sustain a productive, externally funded research program;
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research;
• Contribute through service activities, such as participating in school, college, and university‑wide committees, assisting with recruitment efforts, and advising majors.

• Committed to students' success as indicated by prior teaching experience and/or mentoring and supervisory experience of employees;
• Expertise in face‑to‑face and virtual teaching methodologies, including active learning practices;
• Expertise in Geology topics;
• Knowledge and use of best teaching and safety practices;
• Knowledge of general laboratory equipment and laboratory practices.

Salary Information: $68,500.00

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Statement of Research Philosophy
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

None

None

• Michael DeAngelis, Director
• Phone:
• Email: mtdeangelis

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

• Criminal Background Check
• Sex Offender Registry

Th…