Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution, consistently listed with highest honors among The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For.” Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas through the efforts of Baptist pioneers, Baylor is the oldest continuously operating university in Texas. The university provides a vibrant campus community for over 15,000 students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries by blending interdisciplinary research with an international reputation for educational excellence and a faculty commitment to teaching and scholarship. Baylor is actively recruiting new faculty with a strong commitment to the classroom and an equally strong commitment to discovering new knowledge as we pursue our bold vision, Pro Futuris (www.baylor.edu/profuturis/).
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Geomicrobiology The Baylor University Department of Geosciences (http://www.baylor.edu/Geology/) seeks a dynamic scholar to fill this position beginning August, 2017. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Geology, Microbiology, or a closely related discipline with a strong emphasis on microbial mediation of biogeochemical and hydrological processes within the vadose and shallow saturated zones. Utilization of unique analytical techniques or conceptual modeling coupled with field-based measurements is desired. Research areas may range in scope from the Critical Zone to global biogeochemistry with relevance to hydrologic cycles. Regardless of research focus area, enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and cultivation of new collaborations is essential to this position. The successful candidate may teach courses in geomicrobiology, soil hydrology, or biogeochemistry, establish and participate in externally-funded research, and successfully mentor M.S. and Ph.D. candidates to graduation. The Department currently consists of 17 tenured and tenure-track geoscientists, and supports the Baylor Center for Reservoir and Aquatic Systems Research (CRASR at http://www.baylor.edu/crasr/ for further information). Research space is available in the 500,000 ft2 “state-of-the-art” Baylor Sciences Building. Applications for the position will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, official transcript showing highest degree conferred (if ABD, also send official transcript of completed Ph.D. hours), and a description of your research plan and teaching philosophy. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation to: Dr. Steven G. Driese, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geosciences, One Bear Place #97354, Baylor University, Waco, TX 76798-7354 USA; +1-254-710-2194; please submit all applications electronically to [email protected]. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applications will be reviewed beginning 11/01/2016 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by 11/15/2016. Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy status, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.
