Assistant Professor of Earth Sciences

UO HR Website • Eugene, OR

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About The Position

The Department of Earth Sciences is seeking a geoscientist for a tenure-track faculty position starting Fall 2025, with a broadly defined emphasis on subduction zone science. The successful applicant will conduct innovative work on the processes that define active tectonic provinces or that are associated with geohazards in subduction zones. This could include earthquakes and faulting, volcanism, petrology and geochemistry, surface processes, structural geology, mantle geodynamics, and marine science. The position will emphasize data-driven science via sensor systems (e.g., remote, terrestrial, satellite, or airborne), laboratory measurements, field work, and model development. Transdisciplinary collaboration with a wide array of partners and community members is valued, both for fundamental science as well as for work applied to connecting science to meaningful social impacts. We seek a creative colleague who will develop a vigorous, externally funded research program, teach new and existing undergraduate and graduate courses, and work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the geosciences.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or related field.
• Evidence of commitment to scholarly excellence, as seen in peer-reviewed publications, grants, fellowships, and/or research collaborations appropriate to their rank.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to complement existing departmental disciplinary strengths and infrastructure, such as the Cascadia Region Earthquake Science Center (CRESCENT), the Oregon Center for Volcanology, and the Oregon Hazards Lab (OHAZ).

Responsibilities

• Develop a vigorous, externally funded research program
• Teach new and existing undergraduate and graduate courses
• Work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the geosciences.

Benefits

• The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees