Meierjurgen Faculty Fellow - Earth Sciences

UO HR Website • Eugene, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Earth Sciences invites applications for a three-month residential fellowship as a Meierjurgen Faculty Fellow for one term during the academic year 2025-2026. The Meierjurgen Fellowship provides the opportunity for faculty on sabbatical and visiting researchers from other universities and institutes to collaborate with those in the Department of Earth Sciences. This endowment-funded position provides for salary, travel, and/or living support for a term. Requirements are one term in residence (UO is on the quarter system, so this is approximately 11 weeks) and one departmental seminar. The Department and University house an array of modern instrumentation (e.g. igneous petrology laboratories, stable isotope lab, SEM, CT-scanning facility), and opportunities for geologic field work are only a short drive away. This position will collaborate on research with faculty and graduate students and will have the opportunity to use departmental facilities or work at field sites during the contract period. Candidates with experience serving the needs of diverse populations are strongly desired.

Requirements

• PhD in geology or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Record of academic merit based on research and publications, teaching experience/excellence, service, and/or leadership.
• Record of and potential for collaborative ties with faculty and graduate students as demonstrated through activities such as research or teaching collaborations, mentorship, and professional networking opportunities.
• Experience serving the needs of diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• One term in residence (approximately 11 weeks)
• One departmental seminar
• Collaborate on research with faculty and graduate students
• Use departmental facilities or work at field sites during the contract period

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.
• For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits

What This Job Offers

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