The Department of Geology and Geophysics invites applications for a tenure-track Instructor position, commencing July 1, 2006.

Candidates require a PhD in Geology and a strong and substantial record demonstrating teaching excellence. Duties will include instructing a variety of geology courses, instructing geology field school sections, and coordinating/instructing geology laboratory sections as required. Course assignments will depend on the area of expertise and will be designated by the Department Head. The typical teaching load for an Instructor is the equivalent of three half-courses in each of the Fall and Winter sessions. Public science educational outreach and scholarly activities are strongly encouraged.

Qualified applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching ability (including teaching evaluations, if available) to the address below prior to the closing date of May 1, 2006. Applicants are also asked to arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent directly to:

Dr. R.J. Spencer, Assistant Head
Department of Geology and Geophysics
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive N.W.
Calgary, AB, Canada
T2N 1N4
Fax: (403) 284-0074
E-mail: geoscience@ucalgary.ca

The Department of Geology & Geophysics has more than 300 undergraduate majors and offers undergraduate B.Sc. degrees in Geology, Geology with a concentration in Petroleum Geology, Applied and Environmental Geology, and Geophysics. The department also participates in multidisciplinary programs in Earth Science, Environmental Science, and Natural Sciences. More information about the Department can be found at http://www.geo.ucalgary.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Calgary respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ONLINE, AS WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR TEACHING OR RESEARCH POSITIONS AT THIS TIME.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.