Tenure Track Position Structural Geology/Active Tectonics Boston College

The Dept. of Geology and Geophysics at Boston College anticipates hiring three new Earth Systems Scientists over the next three years. The first position, to begin in fall of 2005, is in the area of Structural Geology/Active Tectonics. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program integrated with excellence in teaching within the geology/geophysics/environmental geoscience curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Teaching responsibilities include Structural and Field Geology as well as other courses in the candidate's area of research expertise, which could also include fields such as crustal dynamics, paleoseismology, and/or basin analysis. The appointment is expected to be made at the Asst. Professor level, but outstanding individuals qualified for appointment at higher rank will be considered. Information on the Department, its faculty, and research strengths can be viewed on the Department's web page. Applicants should send a curriculum vita, a statement of teaching and research interests, and the names and contact information of at least three references to Professor Alan Kafka, Chair, Department of Geology and Geophysics, Devlin Hall 213, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467-3809. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2004, and applications must be received by January 15, 2005 to receive full attention. Department faculty will be available at the GSA and AGU meetings for interviews.